Hormonal changes in menopause can cause mood fluctuations. Consider your moods a little like the weather. Some days are sunnier than others. When clouds (wind, rain, hail, snow!) come, just let them pass without too much despair. Remember that blue sky & sunshine will return again. In the meantime, these things may help improve your … Continued
Nutrition can be confusing! But digging a little deeper into the source can help determine if you’ve found info you can trust. Try these 3 things: Is the the source selling anything? Financial motivation can definitely color the ‘science’ that is presented. Do other reputable scientists agree with the theories? A quick google search from … Continued
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Want to lose weight without eating less? Do you have 15 minutes? Be honest, how much time do you spend on social media or Netflix? If you devoted those 15 min to a daily walk, you can do an additional 1500 steps daily. This could make the difference between being in a calorie deficit or … Continued
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Because you asked, here’s a typical day. (Just press pause to read each slide if you need more time.) It’s NOT a one size fits all! But a key to healthy aging & weight maintenance is consistent habits. Truthfully, I live a fairly boring & predictable life, but I feel great & I’m the same … Continued
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You can’t ‘balance your menopause hormones’ with food. Quality foods can make you feel better, but in menopause, estrogen and progesterone are going to be wonky. Declining estrogen can cause inflammation and pain. Eating anti-inflammatory foods can help. Try to reduce processed foods and include more of these foods in your regular diet: Want more … Continued
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