Women’s Health & Wellbeing

Honest, informed stories about women’s health, menopause, hormones, wellbeing and the realities of looking after yourself in midlife.

Finally, the NHS will talk about menopause, but will women really be heard?

Finally, the NHS will talk about menopause, but will women really be heard?

WOMEN / MIDLIFE / MENOPAUSE Why this change matters. I’ve lost count of the number of NHS health checks I’ve dutifully booked, turned up … View Post
Why being an endomorph feels harder in autumn and winter – and what you can do about it

Why being an endomorph feels harder in autumn and winter – and what you can do about it

Why being an endomorph feels harder in autumn and winter. As soon as the clocks go back, so does my metabolism. Or at least … View Post
World Menopause Day: hormones, health and the power of a plateful

World Menopause Day: hormones, health and the power of a plateful

Photo courtesy of https://silviarita.de/ Saturday marks World Menopause Day. We’ve come a long way, but not far enough This Saturday marks … View Post
Why I exercise (and what I really want from a fitness instructor)

Why I exercise (and what I really want from a fitness instructor)

MIDLIFE · FITNESS · REAL LIFE Why I exercise (and what I really want from a fitness instructor) If my body can do it, surely my … View Post
Workout tips for sore muscles; exercise safely and recover faster

Workout tips for sore muscles; exercise safely and recover faster

FITNESS / MIDLIFE / WELLBEING The day after the workout. After a ridiculously energetic Easter break, I’m feeling every single bit of it, and maybe … View Post
Why the Yuka app is the best barcode whisperer  for healthy shopping

Why the Yuka app is the best barcode whisperer for healthy shopping

Why Yuka is what every supermarket trolley deserves Supermarket shelves are a jungle of ultra-processed foods and labels that whisper sweet nothings about “natural” … View Post
How to stay fit in your 40s and 50s: simple fitness routines that work

How to stay fit in your 40s and 50s: simple fitness routines that work

Midlife fitness is about showing up At 49, staying fit has nothing to do with chasing a flat stomach. It’s about energy, resilience, confidence, … View Post