What Should You Eat During Perimenopause – An Evidence Informed Guide
What Should You Eat During Perimenopause? An evidence-informed holistic guide to protein, carbohydrates, fibre, healthy fats, fasting and eating well
What Should You Eat During Perimenopause?
Confused about what to eat during perimenopause? Learn what the evidence says about protein, carbs, fibre, fasting and healthy eating in midlife.
Broccoli Sprouts in Perimenopause: What the Science Actually Suggests
Broccoli Sprouts in Perimenopause: What the Science Actually Suggests Perimenopause can feel like a strange in-between place. You may still
Why Perimenopause Feels Harder Than It Should
Perimenopause isn’t just a hormonal transition, it can also be an emotional, neurological and identity transition. Rather than seeing this season as decline, perhaps it’s an invitation to reconnect with ourselves in a completely different way.
Why Fat Loss Feels Harder in Perimenopause (And It’s Rarely Just Hormones)
Is Weight Loss Harder In Perimenopause? Many women ask this question only to be met with conflicting answers. The reality
Perimenopause Isn’t Just Hormones: What’s Really Driving Your Symptoms
Perimenopause Isn’t Just Hormones: What’s Really Driving Your Symptoms If you’re in your late 30s or 40s and struggling with
5 Signs Your Nervous System Is Overloaded in Perimenopause (And Why It Matters)
Many women experiencing perimenopause symptoms like fatigue, anxiety, poor sleep, and weight gain are told it’s “just hormones dropping.” But
5 Signs Your Liver May Be Affecting Your Hormones in Perimenopause
Perimenopause isn’t just about declining hormones If you’re in your 40s (or heading there), it’s easy to assume that every
5 Hidden Gut Issues Driving Weight Gain and Symptoms in Perimenopause (And Why This Isn’t Your ‘New Normal’)
If you’re in your late 30s or 40s and suddenly dealing with:• unexplained weight gain • low energy • PMS
Perimenopause and the Immune System | Why Symptoms Increase in Midlife
Discover how the immune system changes during perimenopause and why symptoms like inflammation, histamine intolerance, and fatigue can increase.
Is It Perimenopause or Your Thyroid?
Not sure if it’s perimenopause or your thyroid? Learn why symptoms overlap and how to get clear answers for fatigue, weight gain, and brain fog.
7 Nutrient deficiencies that can worsen perimenopause symptoms
Your body may already be depleted before perimenopause even begins Most women don’t enter perimenopause with a “clean slate.” By
Living with lipoedema in New Zealand – My story, diagnosis and what actually helps
My lipoedema story and how I got a diagnosis in New Zealand and what has helped me.
5 Perimenopause Symptoms Caused by Blood Sugar Imbalance
Many women entering perimenopause notice changes like: increased cravings fatigue mood swings stubborn weight gain These symptoms are often
5 Keys to Boost Energy in Perimenopause (Without Relying on Caffeine or Overdoing It)
Feeling tired all the time in perimenopause? Learn 5 root-cause ways to restore energy naturally — no caffeine, extreme diets, or burnout required.
5 Keys to Reducing Weight Gain During Perimenopause (Without Extreme Diets)
5 Keys to Reducing Weight Gain During Perimenopause (Without Extreme Diets)
Natural Perimenopause Support: What This Life Phase Isn’t (and What It Can Be)
Let’s change the conversation about midlife hormones. If you’ve been told that perimenopause is a downhill slide into hormone chaos,
Fat Loss in Perimenopause: Why It Feels Different and How to Succeed
Fat Loss in Perimenopause: Why It Feels Different and How to Succeed Losing weight during perimenopause can feel like an
The Histamine and Perimenopause Connection
Many women in perimenopause find themselves dealing with unexpected symptoms like itching, hives, headaches, or digestive issues. Often, these symptoms
Perimenopause Fatigue
Why Do We Feel So Lethargic During Perimenopause? You might have noticed it: the mid-afternoon slump that feels heavier than
Perimenopause Sleep Disruption
Why Sleep is Disrupted During Perimenopause and How to Find Rest Again Sleep—the thing you once took for granted—can suddenly
Brain Fog and Brain Changes in Perimenopause
Perimenopause can feel like a whirlwind of changes—emotionally, physically, and even mentally. Among the most frustrating symptoms many women face
An Overlooked Root cause of Perimenopause & Menopause Symptoms: Nitric Oxide
Nitric Oxide and Menopause: Could Low Nitric Oxide Be Making Your Symptoms Worse? If you’re in your 40s, 50s or
DIM is not a universal hormone balance supplement
DIM (Diindolylmethane) is often hailed as a solution for hormonal imbalances, but it’s not the magic fix it’s made out to be. While it plays a role in oestrogen metabolism, it’s not suitable for everyone—and taking it without understanding your unique hormonal needs can lead to unintended side effects. Curious to know why DIM might not be the right choice for you? Read on to learn more.
Hi, I'm Julie
I’m a holistic clinical nutritionist specialising in perimenopause and women’s midlife health.
I help women understand what’s happening in their bodies and take a practical, evidence-informed approach to nutrition, metabolic health, thyroid health and healthy ageing.
My philosophy is simple: Foundations Before Formulations. There’s no one-size-fits-all menopause protocol, just the right support for the woman in front of me.
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