I know the thought has crossed your mind...

You’ve noticed that alcohol hits differently now

• the restless nights,
• the sudden anxiety spikes,
• the sluggish mornings.

Or maybe you just don’t bounce back like you used to.

Yet, giving it up? That feels like a big step.

Because for years, alcohol has been a reward, a social norm, a way to unwind.

But here’s the thing:

After 40, alcohol is secretly working against you. The friend you once knew has gone and in her place is vindictive B, ...

Why Am I So Angry?

I stood at the smoothie counter, tapping my foot, willing the server to move faster. She clearly wasn’t a get-shit-done kind of person. Five minutes turned into ten. She spent more time chatting than actually making smoothies.

“Mum, can I have a—”

“NO.”

Sharp. Clipped. Immediate regret.

My son picked up on my mood instantly, stepping back, creating space. I wasn’t yelling, but the frustration in my voice was enough.

And here’s the thing—I didn’t even really know why I wa...

Why You Need Protein for Breakfast in Perimenopause (And How It Changes Everything)

Skipping Protein in the Morning? Here’s Why That’s a Big Mistake

Not having protein for breakfast is like trying to run a marathon in flip-flops—you might get through the day, but it’s going to be wobbly, exhausting, and full of unnecessary struggles.

If you’re in perimenopause, what you eat in the morning can set the tone for your entire day—impacting your energy, cravings, metabolism, and even how your bo...

If you’re post-menopausal and still thinking about weight loss the way you did in your 30s—stop right there.

The goal now?

Muscle gain and muscle maintenance.

Because muscle is the organ of longevity (As Dr Lyon Says in her great book Forever Strong)—and the #1 way to support it?

Eating enough protein.

Why Protein is Crucial After Menopause

As estrogen levels decline, everything from metabolism to muscle mass to insulin sensitivity is affected. If you’ve noticed your body feeling ‘so...

I have never—not once—in my 20 years as a nutritionist—told a client to count calories. And I never will.

Let me tell you why.

The Science Doesn’t Add Up

I was lucky enough to do my Master’s in energy intake and expenditure—basically, studying how we eat and burn energy. And here’s what I learned:

👉 Counting calories is wildly inaccurate.

To gain or lose 5 kg in a year, all you need to do is overeat by one medium banana per day. That’s it. Or a teaspoon of peanut butter. Or half a sli...

I’m talking to you—the one who feels like something is off, but you can’t quite put your finger on it.

Maybe you’re waking at 3 a.m., experiencing tingly skin, or noticing more hair in the shower drain. You’re wondering if you might be entering perimenopause, but surely you’re too young… right?

Your periods are still showing up month after month, so it couldn’t be that.

Or maybe you’ve noticed your clothes feel tighter, your mood swings are unpredictable, and that one glass of wine now feels ...

You’re Not Feeling Like Yourself…

Moments of brain fog. Snapping at loved ones over something small. Watching yourself have a meltdown and thinking, "Who even is this person?"

Your emotions are running the show, and you don’t know how to get off the train. One moment, you’re managing just fine, and the next, you’re overwhelmed, irritable, or inexplicably sad.

If you’re in your 30s, 40s, or early 50s, and these feelings seem to come out of nowhere, they might not be "just stress"—they could be...

Why Weight Loss Feels Different After 40

Let’s face it—our bodies after 40 feel like they’ve thrown out the old rulebook. The weight loss tricks that worked in your 30s suddenly don’t. You’re eating the same, exercising more, and yet the scale seems to have a mind of its own. What’s going on?

Here’s the truth: hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause completely shift the way your body handles fat, muscle, and energy. But this isn’t about blaming hormones; it’s about learning to w...

Perimenopause can feel like a constant rollercoaster.

One minute, you’re feeling fine, and the next, you’re bloated, sluggish, or suddenly intolerant to foods you’ve eaten for years.

These unpredictable shifts in your body are largely driven by fluctuating hormones, which not only affect your mood and energy but also have a significant impact on your gut health.

Your gut microbiome—home to trillions of bacteria—plays a key role in digestion, immunity, and even your mental health. When your ho...

When it comes to supplements, many of us dive straight into the world of pills, powders, and capsules with the hope of boosting our health. But here’s the thing: just like a toolbox full of tools, the right supplement is only effective when you know what you need. Imagine trying to fix a leaking pipe with a hammer—you wouldn’t do that, right? The same goes for choosing supplements. So, what’s the missing ingredient?

It’s simple: start with your needs.

We often fall into the trap of choos...