Dec 13, 2023 | Nutrition, Perimenopause
Lucienne Steel – Naturopath Why is protein so important in perimenopause? Blood glucose levels – protein takes much longer to digest so blood glucose spike is much more gradual uses twice as much energy to metabolise (aids weight loss) Sleep –...
Dec 7, 2023 | Movement, Perimenopause
By Lucienne Steel – Naturopath This post will talk about the link between muscle mass, exercise and perimenopause – an important topic. Muscle Mass and Exercise Our mitochondria are the powerhouse of the cell, where energy is created. Their highest...
Nov 29, 2023 | Perimenopause, Sleep, Stress
by Lucienne Steel – Naturopath In the previous post, we talked about the link between your blood glucose levels and perimenopause. In this post, we will be talking about perimenopause and the importance of quality sleep. Low amounts or poor quality of...
Nov 22, 2023 | Hormones, Perimenopause
by Lucienne Steel – Naturopath In your 40s is the perfect time to make lifestyle changes to help improve the symptoms of menopause. The average life expectancy for Australian women is now 83 yrs with 1⁄3 reaching 100 yrs The average age of menopause is 51 yrs...
Nov 22, 2023 | Hormones, Perimenopause
By Dr Lydia Altini – Lifestyle Medicine and Health Coach Premature menopause, also known as premature ovarian insufficiency, is a loss of ovarian function before the age of 40. Early menopause is when a woman has her last menstrual period between the age of 40...
Oct 31, 2023 | Pelvic Floor Health, Perimenopause
By Courtney Payne – Physiotherapist Common symptoms of menopause that aren’t spoken about as much are changes in your pelvic floor. The reduction of – oestrogen is what causes your menstrual cycles to become less regular, and puts you into the...
