Helen Ritchie
Clinical Nutritional Therapist
A pooh a day keeps your menopause symptoms at bay
As off the wall as it sounds, you may not realise it, but the health of your digestive system and how regularly you empty your bowels has a direct effect on your hormonal balance. Research shows that constipation can exacerbate menopausal symptoms, such as hot flushes and mood swings. How? When your system gets blocked […]
Reclaim your mental clarity at work
Here's how to stay focused, sharp and on top of your game at work whilst navigating the menopause transition. ?Supercharge your nutrition? Ensure you’re eating foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids and protein, along with leafy greens & colourful fruits. Omega-3 fatty acids, found in fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, anchovies, sardine & herring are […]
Looking for a solution to your menopause symptoms?
If you're looking for a solution to your menopause symptoms, there are many pieces of the puzzle that you need to think about. I speak to women every day about how important nutrition and lifestyle factors are in driving their symptoms and most are surprised. If you're only thinking about the medical solution ie taking […]
Want to lose weight? Why it’s time to cut the calorie cr*p!
Weight gain is one of the most common complaints I hear from the women I talk to about menopause. It frustrates me that there is still far too much talk about counting calories and how achieving a calorie deficit is essential for losing weight. This outdated thinking is perpetuating the misery and frustration of all […]