Heart disease is often thought of as a men’s health issue, yet cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in women post-menopause.

One of the key reasons for this is the decline in oestrogen, a hormone that has protective effects on the heart and blood vessels. Understanding this connection can help us make informed choices that support our long-term cardiovascular health.

Waking up at 3am can be incredibly frustrating, but you don’t have to suffer through sleepless nights. Understanding the underlying causes—whether they’re hormonal, stress-related, or due to poor blood sugar control—allows you to make practical changes. By adjusting your diet, managing stress, and being mindful of your evening habits, you can improve your sleep quality and feel more rested.

Have you noticed that you’re gaining extra inches around your middle despite the fact that your diet and exercise routine haven’t changed?

Yes we can eat carbohydrates in menopause and lose weight but there are a few things to bear in mind. This is one area where personalising your nutrition can help.

We all know that weight loss can be challenging and it definitely gets more difficult as we age. Once perimenopause creeps in the strategies that we used in our 20s and 30s just don’t seem to work anymore.