If you’ve noticed more heartburn or acid reflux since entering perimenopause or menopause, you’re not alone — and it’s not a coincidence. Digestive symptoms, particularly in the upper gut, are far more common during the menopause transition than most women realise, and yet they’re rarely talked about alongside the more well-known symptoms like hot flushes … Continue reading Heartburn and Acid Reflux in Menopause – Why It Happens and What to Eat
This week we will be discussing foods that help you sleep during menopause. We all know the importance of a healthy diet, but sleep is also an important contributing factor toward overall good health. To learn more about nutrition and menopause, read our blog post here. 1 in 3 people suffer from poor sleep, with factors … Continue reading Foods That Help You Sleep: Menopause
In recent years there has been more talk about intermittent fasting as a weight loss tool. But, what role does intermittent fasting and menopause play in weight loss for females during this period of their life. What is Intermittent Fasting? Intermittent fasting (IF) is a diet involving periods of fasting and eating, for different periods … Continue reading Intermittent Fasting and Menopause: Does it Help with Weight Loss?
There are many supplements on the market aimed at women going through menopause. They include claims such as “Vitamin B6 helps to regulate and balance hormonal activity”, “Magnesium helps to support healthy psychological function”, and “Iron, Vitamin B2 and B12 contribute to reduction of tiredness to support normal energy levels”. But how many of these … Continue reading Supplements for the Menopause: what should you take?
This week, we will be exploring the symptoms of menopause, usually starting at the perimenopausal stage, and learn about diet and menopause symptoms. Previously, we discussed the three stages of the menopause: perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause, and the nutritional considerations for each stage. Perimenopause: the lead up to the menopause, where most of your symptoms … Continue reading Nutrition and Menopause Symptoms: Your diet
