I am often asked a very reasonable question: “Do you actually take your own supplements, or is this just marketing?” The answer is simple. Yes, I do. Every single day. And I have done for years. At 63, I personally take Clarity, Peri, Rosy, and Hair & Skin . Not because I am paid to, I am not. I am the founder. I take them because, after decades working in healthcare and more than 20 years specialising in women’s midlife and menopause health, these are the formulations I genu

Standing in front of a supplement shelf can feel overwhelming. Shiny labels, long ingredient lists, and marketing buzzwords, how do you know what’s worth your time and money? This guide breaks down how to read supplement labels like a pro.    What Every Label Must Show (Legally)   Name of the product (clearly stating “food supplement”)  List of ingredients (in descending order of weight)  Recommended daily dose  Warnings (e.g. “not a substitute for a varied diet”)  Company na

Supplements often come top of mind when women think about menopause support. But the truth? Supplements work best when they sit on top of solid lifestyle foundations.  Here’s how to build a “lifestyle first” approach and where supplements can help.    1. Nutrition as the Core Foundation   Protein : 1–1.2 g per kg bodyweight daily to preserve muscle mass  Wholefoods : colourful vegetables, wholegrains, legumes, nuts  Calcium-rich foods : dairy, fortified plant milks, leafy gre

World Menopause Day (18 October 2025) is a reminder that every woman’s menopause journey is unique. While lifestyle factors, diet, movement, sleep, stress management are foundational, many women also wonder whether supplements might help fill nutritional gaps or support overall wellness. This post explores how to think about supplements (not as treatment) safely, what evidence is emerging, and how to choose responsibly.    1. Why supplements are considered (but not a substitu

World Menopause Day is a reminder that menopause is not the end of vitality, it can be the start of a stronger, more intentional way of living. While every woman’s experience is unique, lifestyle medicine offers practical steps to thrive through this stage and beyond.  Nutrition for Energy & Balance   Focus on colourful vegetables, lean proteins, whole grains, and calcium-rich foods .  Limit ultra-processed foods, added sugar, and excess alcohol.  Hydration is often overlooke

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