We all lose it at times, but an angry woman is not a beautiful woman! Try these simple tips to help you stay calm, collected and in control and gain the respect of your fellow colleagues. …
What is menopause? The medical definition of menopause is a cessation of menses for 12 months.(or 24 months if under 50) Menopause occurs when the ovaries stop making the hormones oestrogen and progesterone. While the average age to reach menopause…
What is Visualisation? If you are unaware of visualisation therapy, then let me explain… Visualisation is the act of imagining yourself in a peaceful and safe environment – a place that makes you relaxed and happy. By transferring yourself…
Believing in yourself is another way of saying having confidence, but I think it is a much more explicit way to say it. It explains what is required. What is confidence? Confidence is often liked with self-esteem and self-worth. It…
Our hormones, (or should I say lack of them!) have an awful lot to answer for. As we hurtle along, full blast on this unstoppable journey through menopause, our body experiences massive withdrawal symptoms from oestrogen and progesterone and with…
Usually, when we hear we should be practicing self-care, we think that means we should treat ourselves to a manicure, take a relaxing bath, or do something else to pamper ourselves. It’s easy to ignore because most of the time…
OMEGA 3 Omega-3s are essential for the production of hormones that regulate blood, heart, and genetic function. Seed-based vegetable oils (sunflower, canola, etc.) are high in omega-6 fats and low in omega-3 fats. Overall we are consuming way more omega-6s…
Many of us are familiar with lack of sleep during menopause. But are you aware it can also be contributing to your weight gain? Sleep is a regulator of two hormones that effect appetite, leptin and ghrelin. Leptin helps suppress…
Treat yourself to a slice of Liz’s famous menopause cake! Deliciously good for you, it’s packed with naturally occurring phytoestrogens, the oestrogen-like compounds found in soya, linseeds and some dried fruits. This cake is not going to sort out all…
Bananas are rich in potassium and magnesium, but what most people do not know is that the banana peel has, even more, potassium and magnesium than the banana itself, and it is often thrown away. Well, not anymore! With…