Helen Ritchie
Clinical Nutritional Therapist
Did you know that 51% women say that menopause has affected their sex drive?
Happy Valentine’s Day! If you're not in celebratory mode you are not alone. The British Menopause Society report that 51% of women say that menopause had affected their sex drive. But before we think about what we can do about it, let’s consider the different problems it can cause. Not all of them require solutions! […]
Menopause exhaustion – here’s what to try…
If you’re feeling exhausted, constantly worn out and can’t work out why, it’s time to dig deeper and uncover what is zapping you of your energy. First things first – let’s start with the basics: 😴 Sleep – are you getting enough? 🥦 Nutrition – are you eating the right amount of nutrient dense food […]
How to stop the little voice in your head making your menopause anxiety worse
Is the little negative voice in your head making your menopause anxiety worse? You know the little voice I’m talking about, the one that gives us a running commentary on everything and anything from the moment you wake up to the second you fall asleep. Mostly, it’s bombarding you with negative self-critical thoughts such as […]
Did you know that 50% of all cancers are preventable?
You may be surprised to learn that being diagnosed with cancer is not an inevitable consequence of ageing, even if you have a family history or genetic susceptibility for cancer. Research shows that up to 50% of cancer cases and deaths are preventable through early detection and healthy lifestyle choices. This means that the food […]