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You will likely have heard of or experienced the classic well known symptoms of perimenopause and menopause, including hot flushes, fatigue, and mood changes; however, today we are going to talk about some of the weirder and lesser-spoken-about symptoms such as vaginal dryness, dry skin, bloating and brain fog, and what you can do to reduce them!
The liver is one of the largest organs in the body and is most commonly known for its role in detoxification, but did you know the liver performs over 500 essential jobs every day?
Our cardiovascular system carries out several essential functions within the body and a healthy heart is crucial for our overall health and wellbeing – but menopause can increase the risk of a woman developing cardiovascular disease (CVD). Let’s dig a little deeper and see why this is the case, and how women can support heart health at menopause.
As the nights draw in and the temperature starts to drop, many of us will occasionally feel a bit sluggish and experience the “winter blues”. However, for those who experience season affective disorder (S.A.D.), the changing seasons can dramatically affect mood and for many, it can be debilitating enough to have an impact on daily life.
Going into the new year is often a time to start a new hobby or exercise routine, whether it is with a view to improving your overall fitness or getting back on track after the festive period. Exercise has numerous physiological and psychological benefits for health and well-being, including reducing your risk of diseases, supporting a healthy weight, and improving mood.
The holiday season is synonymous with joy, love, and, of course, delicious food! While this can often mean over-indulgence in rich foods, alcohol, gluten and sugar, which can often leave us feeling sluggish and experiencing a range of digestive symptoms – it doesn’t have to be that way! Embracing the festive spirit doesn’t mean compromising on your commitment to health and wellness, and your Christmas meal has the potential to be incredibly supportive of your gut health, as well as your overall wellbeing.
With a hint of festive cheer in the air, and our calendars inching closer to Christmas and New Year joy and celebration, it is worth taking the time now to give your liver a little extra support and protection. Our expert Nutritional Therapist, gives her top liver supporting tips.
Many of us will have begun working through our to-do lists for Christmas and the last thing we need is a seasonal cold or flu virus making us feel less than merry. As the nights are drawing in, and the temperatures dropping, now is the time to focus on giving your immune system the extra support it needs to stay strong and resilient over the whole Christmas period.
As women approach their 50s their requirements for nutrients change and health priorities may need to shift towards focusing on bone and heart health, muscle maintenance and supporting hormonal fluctuations
Bio-effective supplements are designed to ensure that the nutrients they contain are not only absorbed well by the body but are also used effectively to provide the intended health benefits. This involves using the best forms of nutrients (usually ones that are as close to nature as possible), and ensuring a balanced formulation for efficacy.
