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Menopause and Mental Health – What Every Woman Needs To Know
Mental Health in Menopause Anyone can experience changes in their mental health at menopause. In most consultations, I hear from women who are losing confidence in their abilities at work, doubting themselves. Many are experiencing anxiety while driv…
Read MoreMenopause and the Workplace
Menopause is a natural life stage, yet its impact on the workplace is often overlooked. With nearly 900,000 women in the UK leaving their jobs due to menopause symptoms and many others reducing their hours, the impacts for both businesses and individ…
Read MoreUnderstanding Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI)
Premature ovarian insufficiency (POI) is when menopause occurs before the age of 40. It affects 1 in 100 women under 40, 1 in 1000 under 30, and 1 in 10,000 women under 20. Why does it happen? For most, frustratingly, the cause is unknown, alth…
Read MoreGLP-1s, what mid-life women need to know
I want to start by acknowledging the privileged position I hold as a mid-life woman who has a straightforward relationship with food and weight. I know from my consultations with thousands of women over the last 25 years how unusual that is. Fo…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Metabolic Changes at Menopause: The Hidden Impact on Health
Metabolic Changes at Menopause During the menopause transition, hormonal fluctuations trigger a variety of internal metabolic changes. These can affect how the body processes energy, stores fat, and regulates blood sugar and cholesterol. Some of the …
Read MoreRecognising Perimenopause
Here’s what you need to know about how to recognise perimenopause, aswell as insights into consulting with your healthcare professional about perimenopause.
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