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Healthy heat
I went through a phase in my mid 20s of really enjoying a weekly sauna. At the time it was at a sports centre, in the corner of the changing rooms, not a private country club. Luckily for me there was seldom anyone else using it. Now years later I’ve rekindled my enjoyment of saunas…
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Exercise
During the festive season we may have over indulged and gained a few unwanted kilos. January is a time when new gym memberships are at their peak, however research shows within a few months the motivation slows down and attendance. New Years resolutions have fallen by the wayside our gym membership isn’t appealing. Most of…
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The 2nd half
Peri, meno and most importantly post menopause gives me much food for thought. More years behind me than in front. The big question is. Am I living the life I want? Grateful to say yes, however a Hermès Birkin wouldn’t go a miss!! “None of us gets out alive” don’t worry I’m in a hurry…
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Style
“Fashion changes, but style endures.” – Coco Chanel Has your style changed? I have to say mine definitely has. The biggest change was towards the end of my 30s when I left the corporate world and embraced skiing more. I’m much more casual these days. I’ve switched from high heels to mid or kitten and…
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Midlife
“The true measure of your potential is not the height of the peak you’ve reached, but how far you’ve climbed to get there” – Adam Grant, author. Perimenopause and menopause mark change, an ideal time maybe to take stock re-evaluate, our health, well-being, career, passions or even purpose. Circumstances might be challenging, you could be…
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Helping our brain
Vitamin B12 I read by the time we reach 50 the chances are we’re 40% lacking in vitamin B12. Eating poultry, shellfish and dairy products helps. If you’re low signs could be brain fog, memory loss, tingling or numbness in fingers or toes, feeling constantly tired. Tips Choline Choline is an essential nutrient, made in…
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Memory loss, low mood, brain fog
Mental health is a hot topic and an important one. Family and friends were and are effected during menopause also after child birth. In my opinion I believe my mum along with other ladies in my family were misdiagnosed with depression. Through studies and research we’ve learned child birth, perimenopause and menopause are pivotal times…
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Wake-sleep cycle
I’m a good sleeper 7 to 8 hours suits me. However when I was peri menopausal my sleep was disrupted for a while. I found doing things to work with my wake-sleep cycle helped me have a good nights slumber so I thought I’d share. I’m sure you’re familiar with the hormone cortisol. Often only…
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7 waistline tips
snacking I try to avoid snacking it spikes my blood sugar. If I’m hungry I usually reach for a few slices of smoked salmon, bresaola is my new fav and walnuts. sugar I’ve reduced my sugar intake for obvious reasons. Don’t get me wrong I still tuck into a slice or two of carrot cake…
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Inspired by a fab friend
I count myself fortunate to meet inspiring ladies and grateful some are wonderful friends. Many I admire from afar. I mention in my Try Something New post, during and post menopause we may lack confidence. Trying new things can be real challenge, so all the more reason to have supa dupa gal pals, who are…