Why your metabolism changes at menopause, and the nutrition and lifestyle strategies that actually help with weight, energy and blood sugar. Join Helen at the Reigate and Horley Meno Meet Ups to learn more.

Irregular periods, brain fog, disrupted sleep, mood changes, and fatigue that won't lift, these are the five early perimenopause signs most women miss, often for years, before connecting the dots.

A warm, gluten-free fruit crumble with no added sugar — made with whatever fruit you have to hand, from Bramley apples and blackberries to cherries. Simple, comforting, and ready whenever you need it.

What Changes at Menopause Menopause brings a significant drop in oestrogen levels. This hormone does more than regulate the menstrual cycle; it also influences how your cells respond to insulin, the hormone that controls blood sugar. When oestrogen decreases, your body's insulin sensitivity drops too. This means your cells don’t respond as well to insulin, causing blood sugar levels to swing more dramatically after eating sugar or carbohydrates. These swings can be tough to r