Perimenopause: what’s happening and how food can help
Oestrogen and progesterone fluctuate, affecting mood, digestion and glucose. Food habits can sit alongside your GP’s plan, including HRT.
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Straightforward insights from Irina on digestion, hormones, energy, and common practitioner questions (how to choose a nutritionist, qualifications, fees, irritable bowel syndrome - IBS, thyroid disorders - Hashimoto, arthritis, chronic fatigue, and similar).
If you're looking for more personalised support, FoodConnection consultations focus on turning these ideas into practical weekly meals, targeted functional testing where appropriate, and follow-up that fits realistically into your routine and supports long-term metabolic and hormonal balance.
Thinking of working with a nutritional therapist? Read this first
Qualifications, research literacy, registration, personalised plans and communication: what to look for before you book.
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Why do I crash in the afternoon?
Glucose dips, cortisol and skipped structure: why the 4 pm slump is often biology, not willpower, and what steady meals change.
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Is it worth paying for a nutritionist or nutritional therapist?
Free tips rarely replace interpretation: how digestion, hormones, sleep and stress shape the same plate for two different bodies.
Read articleGet in Touch to discuss your needs with Irina to explore whether FoodConnection services could support your goals. These articles educate, they are not a substitute for medical diagnosis.
