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 …
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 …
The holidays are joyful, but for many women over 40, they can also bring bloating, sluggish digestion, and uncomfortable fullness that lasts for hours. As hormones shift during perimenopause and menopause, your digestive system becomes more sensitive to stress, heavier meals, sugar, and irregular eating. The good news? Your digestion can absolutely feel better this …
By Leah Cheshire, NBC-HWC | Health & Wellness Coach for Women 45+ As women, our bodies shift dramatically in perimenopause and menopause—and what worked for us in our 20s and 30s may not serve us anymore. One common issue I see with my clients over 40 is under-nourishment—especially when it comes to protein, healthy fats, …
Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro – they’re everywhere – Have you or someone you know been thinking about using medications like these if struggling with weight? As a health and wellness coach, I’m asked about them almost weekly. And I’ve worked with clients who are taking them and others who wanted to. If you’re a woman …
Do you have symptoms like gas, bloating, cramping, constipation, or diarrhea? And have you been to your doctor or health practitioner and they ignored you or said it’s in your head or basically made you feel unheard? If so, you’re not alone. I’ve been there. I’ve had doctors basically ignore me or treat me as …
Have you ever heard of exercise snacking? I know you know what snacking of food is – eating a small portion of food for energy and to help satisfy the hunger pains until mealtime. But exercise snacking is an interesting concept. And no, it’s not munching on potato chips while riding your exercise bike! : …
Did you know an unhealthy gut (AKA digestive system) can not only cause digestive symptoms but also lead to inflammation and make perimenopause and menopause symptoms worse? Why? It’s because of the gut-hormone connection. What is the Gut-Hormone Connection? The gut or digestive system begins in the mouth and ends at the anus. It is …
Do you get more stressed during the holidays? If so, you’re not alone. Many people do. There are many reasons why. We discussed unrealistic expectations and time management and ways to help in part 1. If you didn’t read that yet, click here. How does stress show up in our body and mind? Here are …
Is your gut health affected by perimenopause or menopause? So if you’re in the perimenopause or menopause phase of life, has your gut health – your digestive system — changed? I have women ask me often why as they age has bloating, stomach pain, or food sensitivities worsened? Why are they having constipation or diarrhea …