When your body suddenly feels unfamiliar

No. You may have noticed changes in your sleep, energy, mood, periods or weight without knowing whether perimenopause is responsible. We can look at what you’re experiencing and the wider picture. If anything needs medical investigation, I’ll encourage you to speak with your GP.

Nutrition and lifestyle changes can support areas such as energy, sleep, digestion, mood and weight during perimenopause. I’ll consider your symptoms, health history, current diet and everyday life to work out what is most relevant for you.

Yes. Nutritional therapy can work alongside HRT and other prescribed medication. I’ll take any medication into account and will never advise you to stop or change it. Where appropriate, I may encourage you to discuss something with your GP or consultant.

Perimenopause can coincide with changes in hormones, sleep, stress, appetite, energy and movement. Instead of assuming you need to eat less or exercise harder, we’ll look at the different factors that could be influencing your weight and decide what is realistically worth focusing on.

Blood tests can provide useful information, but they’re only one part of the picture. I’ll also consider your symptoms, periods, nutrition, sleep, stress, digestion and health history. If I believe something needs further medical investigation, I’ll encourage you to return to your GP.