by Alison Joy | Oct 17, 2023 | Lifestyle tips, weight gain and perimenopause
The definition of madness is doing the same thing and expecting a different response. Perimenopause marks a change in what works for our bodies and an opportunity to change things up, try something new. This applies to diet and to exercise. As we travel through...
by Alison Joy | May 15, 2023 | Lifestyle tips
Hormone changes One of the first changes in our approach to menopause, is the increase of cycles where no egg is released. This means that our progesterone levels drop on these cycles. Typically, oestrogen levels remain high, creating an imbalance between the key...
by Alison Joy | Feb 28, 2023 | Lifestyle tips, Nutrients for health, nutrients for menopause
I often get asked if supplements are worth taking. Are they health heroes or expensive villains? There are opinions everywhere, even experts differ – Professor Tim Spector is in the villains camp whereas Patrick Holford is a supporter. Food First The...
by Alison Joy | Sep 20, 2022 | Lifestyle tips, Nutrients for health
Inflammation is a key contributor to pain and research has shown that a balanced approach to diet and lifestyle can reduce inflammation – wonderful foods to enjoy for their anti-inflammatory properties include ginger, turmeric, nuts, seeds and oily fish. For the...
by Alison Joy | Oct 15, 2021 | Lifestyle tips
A useful tool A tip I often use in clinic is to write down a list of the things you (usually) do regularly to keep yourself feeling well. We all have things that we do to keep us energised, often without recognising that is what we are doing. Keeping a list of these...
