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Part 4 - Insulin Resistance in Menopause: Lifestyle Recommendations
Diet is crucial for improving insulin sensitivity in perimenopausal and menopausal women. Equally so, exercise, stress management, and quality sleep are important. This blog explains why these are so important and emphasise the different types of exercises that can directly improve insulin
Myths of Perimenopause
As women, we will spend just as much time, if not more, in perimenopause and menopause as we did in the prepuberty, puberty and fertile stages combined. Therefore, understanding what is happening, embracing the change and having a positive mindset is critical to navigating this major part of our life with ease and grace.
Stress and Mindset
We discuss the role of nutrients and herbs in managing stress, emphasizing that they are supportive rather than curative solutions. We highlight the importance of mindset in handling stress effectively. Three key aspects of mindset are outlined: 1) foundational practices such as quality sleep, exercise, and self-connection; 2) regularly monitoring stress levels and identifying stressors, adopting a positive perspective; and 3) acute care actions like seeking support from friends, healing therapies, taking breaks, or seeking professional help. Nutrients and herbs are suggested to complement these practices, enhancing their effectiveness in managing stress and related symptoms.
My Favourite Supplements - Keeping It Simple
Here are a few of my favourite supplements - ones that I think most people would benefit from taking. Of course, a person's medications, medical hist and goals would need to be considered.
Stress - A Tale of Two Undies
Explores how the state of my underwear drawer highlights a key way that we may increase our own stress levels.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome - My Thoughts
Exploring IBS and the different types but also some concerns I have over how it is diagnosed and managed. Some recommendations on how to manage IBS are provided as well.
Stress and gut function
Explores the two key ways that stress affects gut function and health.
Who is taking care of you?
Recommendations on how to best take care of yourself so that you can look after those in your life.
Change - Setting yourself up for success
As we enter a new year and decade, many aim to improve their lives, but change can be tough. Mindset plays a crucial role, along with SMART goals. Language matters too; swap "resolution" for something meaningful like "non-negotiables." Know your why, seek support, and anticipate hurdles for lasting change.
Holiday Balance
Practice gratitude – every night before you got to bed, think or write down three things you are grateful for in your life. The more specific the better. This simple activity down-regulates the stress response allowing for better sleep.
These may seem quite basic for some of you, which is great. However, when we get busy, tired or simply change our routine, the basics can be the first to go. At this busy time of year, it is important to achieve a balance amongst the fun, food and friends and family, by honouring yourself with these health foundations
Symptoms of Stress
Improving gut health involves piecing together a holistic health picture for clients. Stress is a common puzzle piece, with variations in its nature, impact, and responses. Today's world thrives on immediate responses, causing chronic stress. But is it making us healthier or more productive? Chronic stress leads to fatigue, erratic gut issues, hormonal imbalances, weight gain, low confidence, anxiety, depression, and addictions. Recognizing stress's impact is crucial, followed by addressing lifestyle factors like diet, sleep, exercise, mindset, and breathing to enhance stress resilience. Explore a self-paced Stress Resilience Program for more insights.