I I work with women in perimenopause and menopause who also struggle with digestion, fatigue, and stress — and we build habits that support the whole body and mind, not just the scale.
How Stress and Hormones Impact Gut Health After 40 Many women over 40 focus on food first when digestive symptoms show up.They cut sugar, try new diets, or add supplements — yet the bloating, reflux, or unpredictable digestion continues. What often gets overlooked is this:Your gut responds to stress, hormones, and mindset just as much …
Many women over 40 tell me the same thing: “I’m eating healthier than I used to, so why do I feel more bloated?” If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone — and you’re not imagining it.Midlife hormone shifts can change how your gut responds to food. Foods that once felt fine may now cause bloating, …
Have you noticed your stomach getting pickier after 40? More bloating, more sensitivities, less tolerance for certain foods. It’s not just aging. Your gut and hormones are going through real changes. For many women in perimenopause and menopause, digestive discomfort slowly becomes normal. You may feel bloated after meals, tired even after sleeping, or frustrated …
Welcome back to our Thrive After 45 series. We’ve been talking this month what every women should know about Perimenopause and Menopause and understanding what’s going on in your body. In part 1 we did a deep dive into symptoms. In part 2 we focused on what’s one of the most visible changes in Perimenopausal …
If you grew up in the low-fat diet era of the 1980’s, chances are you’ve been told for years that fat is the enemy. But as a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach who works with Christian women over 40, I’m here to tell you that healthy fats are not the problem – they’re …
By Leah Cheshire, NBC-HWC, Health and Wellness Coach Let’s talk about one of the most misunderstood food groups out there: carbohydrates. As a health and wellness coach for women navigating perimenopause and menopause, I get this question all the time: “What about macros: should I be cutting out carbs?” And my answer? Not all carbs …
What if 90 days from now, you felt more energized, more confident, and more in control of your health? It’s not just possible—it’s completely within reach.And the best part? You don’t have to overhaul your life or do it all at once. As a health and wellness coach for women 40 and over, I’ve helped …
We’ve talked about GLP-1 lately since it’s so popular in our culture right now – the risks, rewards, pros, and cons. But can you get all the GLP-1 you need from the food you eat instead of using medications? As a refresher, remember GLP-1 stands for Glucagon-like Peptide-1 which is a hormone produced by your …
Do you feel like no matter what you do—eat clean, exercise, manage stress, pray, get outside in nature —you still struggle with bloating, fatigue, hormone imbalances, or mystery symptoms? If that’s you, read on because we are talking about something that’s often overlooked but incredibly important: hidden infections—like bacteria, viruses, and even parasites—and how they …
Are you over 45 and struggling with stubborn weight gain, mood swings, or brain fog? Or maybe you have digestive issues, poor sleep, or night sweats? What’s one of the biggest drivers of these symptoms? Your diet. And it’s not just what you eat, but how your body is reacting to it now that you’re …