Nourishment
Writing on nourishment through midlife and perimenopause, from Chrissy Sundt.
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Is a DEXA Scan Worth It for Body Composition in Your 40s?
A DEXA scan can give you real numbers on fat, muscle and bone in your 40s, but it is a data point, not a verdict, and there are cheaper ways to track what matters.
The Best Non-Alcoholic Drinks for Women in Midlife
What to drink instead of wine when you still want the evening to feel like something, from morning routines to dinner out.
How to Stop Sugar Cravings in Perimenopause (Without Cutting Out Sugar)
Sugar cravings tend to get louder in perimenopause, and the fix is steadier meals rather than more willpower or an outright ban on sugar.
The Easiest Foods to Digest Before Bed in Perimenopause
The easiest foods to digest before bed in perimenopause are small, warm and low in fat and fibre, and timing matters as much as the food itself.
Best Foods for Skin and Joints That Feel Dry in Your 40s
The fats, fluid and protein habits that help skin and joints feel less dry in your 40s, from oily fish to drinking with meals instead of relying on thirst.
How Much Water Should I Drink in Perimenopause?
Perimenopause changes how your body signals thirst and loses fluid, so here's a practical, non-prescriptive way to think about how much water you actually need.
Menopause Belly Fat: Why It Happens and How to Nourish Your Body Through It
A look at why fat tends to move toward the middle during menopause, and how steadier nutrition and strength work help you feel capable through the change.
High-Fibre Foods for Perimenopause Bloating: A Practical Guide
A practical look at which high-fibre foods tend to sit more comfortably during perimenopause, and how to introduce them without adding to the bloat.
High-Protein Snacks for Barre Days: What to Eat Before and After
Practical, high-protein snack ideas for before and after your barre session, without the tracking or the tricky planning.
A Budget High Protein Meal Plan for Midlife Women in the UK
How to build a genuinely affordable high protein day using UK store-cupboard staples, without powders, bars or a big supermarket bill.
Best Protein Powder for Women Over 40: What Actually Matters
A practical, no-nonsense guide to choosing and using protein powder in your forties and fifties, from type and label to timing.
Easy Protein Swaps for Midlife Women (No Overhaul Required)
Small, realistic protein swaps for midlife women that fit into meals you already eat, no shakes or overhauls required.