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“Should I be taking collagen supplements?”  So, I did some digging, and here’s what I found: Topical collagen Sounds promising, but the collagen molecule is too large to absorb through the skin. In other words, those expensive creams might not be doing much. Oral...

Two summers ago I woke up one night drenched in sweat. My mind went straight to the worst-case scenario. Is this something serious? Cancer? I freaked out. That’s not what I expected to feel as a doctor. And then it hit me. This was my perimenopause beginning. I'm a GP...

If you’ve ever felt bloated, congested, or just “off” after having a glass of milk or your usual latte, you’re not alone, especially in midlife. As hormones shift during perimenopause and menopause, our bodies become more sensitive to the foods we eat. Dairy is one of...

When discussing hormones in midlife with one my clients, we were talking about... Pets. When women navigate midlife, one of the most powerful hormones we can lean into is oxytocin. Known as the "love hormone", oxytocin is famously linked to childbirth and the bond...

So, let’s talk protein! If you’re training, trying to get stronger, leaner, or just feel better in your body, you might need more protein than you think. One of the most common pitfalls? Not eating enough protein,  particularly for women who are active, lifting, and...

You have probably seen the advice by now. Lift weights. Build muscle. Support your bones, your metabolism, your hormones. And yes, all of that is true. But what we rarely talk about is this. The quiet way strength training helps regulate stress. Because when you are...

This is something you may have been thinking about, but too embarrassed to ask… And here it is. Dry vagina. If your oestrogen is waving “good bye” to you, it may unfortunately lead to dry skin and vaginal dryness 😬. And none of us want a dry vagina! It can be...

Have you ever felt frustrated because exercise that used to “work” for you suddenly doesn’t?   Maybe hours on the treadmill or long runs no longer shift the weight, and instead leave you exhausted.   I’ll never forget when one of my clients, Sarah, came to...

There’s a story society tells women over 40. It says your best years are behind you. That energy, passion, and beauty fade with time. I call it nonsense. This stage of life isn’t an ending. It’s a new beginning. You’ve lived enough life to know this much: You can’t...