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Protein needs for women over 40 explained simply

If you’re eating well but still feeling hungry, tired or struggling to maintain your weight...

Why bloating gets worse during perimenopause

If you’ve noticed that bloating has become more frequent, more uncomfortable or harder to...

The best foods for energy and appetite control in perimenopause & beyond

If you constantly feel hungry, exhausted, or stuck in a cycle of cravings and energy crashes the...

Why what used to work for weight loss often stops working after 40

One of the most common things I hear from women in their 40s and 50s is: “I’ve always been able to...

Why women gain weight during perimenopause — even when nothing has changed

If you feel like your body has changed overnight during perimenopause you’re not imagining it. Many...

Smoky Chipotle Beef & Cabbage Skillet

So tasty & satisfying! Serves 4 Ingredients: Beef Chipotle Lime & Coriander Yoghurt Method...

Not About Getting ‘Bulky’: Why Muscle Matters in Perimenopause

With perimenopause our bodies start to change with fluctuating hormone levels, and building (or...

Why You Crash at 3 pm (and How to Fix Your Energy with Balanced Meals)

If you crash mid-afternoon, your meals earlier in the day might be the reason. High-carb...

Raspberry & Banana Chia Pudding

Great for bulk prepping your breakfasts! Serves 2 Ingredients: Method: Tips:...

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