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Why do muscles seem to feel tighter from the age of 40?oestrogen directly affects the structure and function of bone, muscle, tendon and ligaments.hormonal changes of menopause, where there is…
Why do muscles seem to feel tighter from the age of 40?oestrogen directly affects the structure and function of bone, muscle, tendon and ligaments.hormonal changes of menopause, where there is…
Prunes are one of the superfoods in terms of mid life bone health (and core function – they help us prevent consipation, one of the saboteurs of optimal pelvic floor…
What a sun-drenched summer we've had this year here in the UK!All this vitamin D does wonders for our bone health, and on that subject, there was a really interesting…
Okay I know I'm biased, but even after almost 20 years of coaching women in Pilates, I'm still in awe of its many benefits, especially when it comes to midlife…
Hmm, well....no...Health shifts commonly associated with menopause can be felt in the years leading up to this transition - in 'peri-menopause'.What is peri-menopause?Peri menopause describes the years leading up to…
We Spring Clean our houses around this time of year right, so why not give our wellness a little boost too?1. Do Some Life LaundryWhat can you cut out of…
Did you know that dark chocolate, 70% cocoa or over, has some great health benefits in peri-menopause and beyond when taken in moderation? Why is it so good? Cacao has…
Usually, at this time of year, my arthritic fingers and toes start to complain as the weather gets colder. However, I noticed this year that I was into November and…
Do you find yourself in overwhelm, trying to deal with the stresses of life whilst also going through hormonal shifts? It feels like the perfect storm: at a time in…
Did you know that the right kind of exercise can help reduce mood swings, trigger your metabolism to aid weight loss and boost your energy levels, sex drive, sleep, bone…
I used to think I wasn't as good as them, you know those super fit people working out in the gym. When I rocked up at Central YMCA in London,…
What is a hot flush? Hot flushes occur in about 70 to 85 % of all perimenopausal women, and typically feel like a sudden sensation of 'getting hot and sweaty'…