As we get older, the cumulative effects of life, stress, medications (like antibiotics or reflux tablets), hormone fluctuations, and dietary choices begin to show. Oestrogen and progesterone, both of which play a role in gut motility (the movement of digestive muscles that help move food, fluids, and waste through the gastrointestinal tract) and microbial balanceContinue reading “Gut Health in Your 40s and 50s: Why It Matters & What You Can Do to Improve It”
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“Why am I always so bloated?”
Understanding midlife bloating: hormones, gut health, and everything in between If you’ve found yourself asking, “Why am I always so bloated lately?” — you’re not alone. Bloating is one of the most common complaints I hear from women in their 40s, especially those heading into the later half of the decade. And while I’ve written about itContinue reading ““Why am I always so bloated?” “
Prebiotics vs. Probiotics: What’s the Difference and Why You Need Both
You’ve heard me talk about the importance of gut health quite a bit over the last few years. Emerging research highlights how connected our gut is to the rest of our body. A healthy gut doesn’t just mean fewer digestive issues—it’s linked to a stronger immune system, better hormonal balance, improved mood, and reduced inflammation.Continue reading “Prebiotics vs. Probiotics: What’s the Difference and Why You Need Both”
Why We Need to be Looking After Our Gut Health After 40
Research increasingly shows us how important gut health is for physical and mental health. Referred to by many as our ‘second brain’, our gut health plays a crucial role in our overall wellness, influencing everything from digestion to immunity and even mood. You can see why it’s important to pay attention to our gut health whatever ourContinue reading “Why We Need to be Looking After Our Gut Health After 40”
Understanding and Managing Bloating After 40: Paying Attention to Your Body’s Signals
Many women experience bloating around the time of menstruation, so much so that it’s considered a common part of the monthly cycle. For many, it brings discomfort, a swollen abdomen, and a sense of unease that affects daily life. You may not feel comfortable in your body, feel tired and sluggish and your clothes might not fit properly. The bad news is, this can get moreContinue reading “Understanding and Managing Bloating After 40: Paying Attention to Your Body’s Signals”
Boosting our mood with food
I think we can all agree January can be a challenging month. It’s cold and dark, the holidays have left us short of money and energy, and spring seems a long way off! All of which can contribute to many of us feeling low. Today, 15th January is commonly known in the UK as ‘Blue Monday’ and is thought to be the most depressing dayContinue reading “Boosting our mood with food”
Let’s take a look at Food Intolerances
Food intolerances are so common now that we can find ‘free-from’ sections in most shops and the majority of places we go to eat. Whether it’s a restaurant, event, meeting, or retreat, you will often be asked if you have any food allergy or intolerance. Around 1-10% of the population has a serious food allergy with symptoms ranging from skin redness, hives and swelling to, in theContinue reading “Let’s take a look at Food Intolerances“
3 Simple Daily Habits For a Healthy Gut
A healthy body and mind go hand in hand, and the health of our gut affects both. It’s so important to look after it, I have written many articles on the subject. Many nutritionists and health professionals refer to our gut as our ‘second brain’. An information highway known as the vagus nerve connects the brain and gut allowing them to be in constant communication with each other. TheContinue reading “3 Simple Daily Habits For a Healthy Gut”
How to Easily Change your Diet for Healthy Living and What to Avoid
As we enter our 40s; it becomes more important to look at what we are consuming so we stay healthy and fit with an abundance of energy as we get older. You may find that what worked for you in your 20s and 30s may not work in your 40s and beyond. Some women put on unwantedContinue reading “How to Easily Change your Diet for Healthy Living and What to Avoid”
Improving Constipation and Gut Health
This week we are going to talk about your bowel movements, or specifically, the lack of. Yes, as a health coach, it’s quite normal for me to talk about this subject. Why? Well, because regular bowel movements are essential for optimum health. One way the body gets rid of toxins, is through your stools. If you’re constipated, thenContinue reading “Improving Constipation and Gut Health”