26/07/2026
As a Specialist Menopause Doctor in perimenopause myself, these are 7 Hard truths that are worth the discomfort in Perimenopause 👇
1️⃣ The exercise that you keep putting off of “have no time for” needs to be a non-negotiable priority. A regular down payment on your future health.
2️⃣ Fibre. Even if you think you are eating a healthy diet you are probably not getting enough (30g/day). Increase pulses and legumes for an evidence-based way to optimise for weight management, cholesterol management & glycaemic control.
3️⃣ That bottle of wine? It’s making your symptoms worse and harming your long term health. Stop the excuses and cut down or cut out.
4️⃣ Supplements are not magic pills. Invest in building strong foundations instead of quick fixes that over promise and will probably under-deliver.
5️⃣ Fear of Hormone Therapy is keeping you stuck. Stop Googling, asking your mum and your mates and seek expert advice specific to you.
6️⃣ Not everything you are experiencing now is due to hormones. Age-related biological changes, shifts in metabolism & other conditions can cause and amplify symptoms. Don’t ignore‼️
7️⃣ Your body isn’t broken and you are NOT FAILING. But IT IS changing, adapting and recalibrating. She needs TLC not neglect or punishment. Time to start investing in yourself and your needs.
If you save one peri post today make
It this one. Come back, remind yourself & share with your bestie who needs the nudge too.
I’d love to hear from you in the comments. What discomfort have you wrangled with and was it worth it?
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