I’ve been taking probiotics for around ten years now, and I can tell you, my gut feels so much better. Especially as I’ve entered perimenopause. With all the hormonal changes happening during this stage, things in my gut can get pretty irregular, and probiotics are one of the few things that have truly helped me stay balanced. If you’re curious about how probiotics can help your through gut health during perimenopause, I’m breaking it all down based on my own experience, what the science says, and tips if your new to the subject. Why Gut Health Matters in Perimenopause Gut…
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If you’re finding your way through perimenopause and noticing stubborn weight that just won’t budge, you’re not alone. The body’s changing hormones can make weight management trickier, and inflammation often sneaks in, making everything feel tougher. I’ve seen that a smart, anti-inflammatory meal plan can really help tone down symptoms and support healthy weight loss during this transition. This is my practical guide to a 7 day anti-inflammatory meal plan specifically for perimenopausal weight loss. Why Focus on Anti-inflammatory Foods During Perimenopause? Perimenopause is when hormone levels, especially estrogen, start to go up and down before menopause officially sets in.…
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I’ve tried plenty of supplements over the years to help with staying healthy, energized, and feeling good as my body has changed. Navigating perimenopause brought on changes I didn’t expect. New weight showed up in places it never used to, and my old tricks sometimes felt less effective. If you’ve noticed similar weight sticking around or don’t feel your best, you’re definitely not alone. There are countless supplements out there claiming to help with weight loss during perimenopause, but figuring out which ones actually make a difference is another story. Here, I’ll lay out what’s available, what’s worked (and what…
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Smoothies always land at the top of my quick meal list, and not just because they’re tasty or easy to throw together. When I started looking for ways to naturally support my hormones, smoothies became a super useful tool. They can give you a healthy protein boost, help you sneak in those extra veggies, and, with the right combo, support hormone balance in ways that taste a whole lot better than plain salad. Understanding Hormone Balancing Ingredients in Smoothies Hormones are involved in just about everything our bodies do, from energy to stress, sleep, skin, and moods. What we eat…