Why do we become so interested in birds in midlife?
Why do so many people suddenly become obsessed with birds in their 40s and 50s? Explore the psychology of midlife birdwatching, generativity, mortality, and the quiet joy of noticing — including New Zealand’s unique native birds.
Fueling Endurance Through Perimenopause With a Trauma History
Practical fueling and recovery guidance for perimenopausal endurance athletes with a trauma history — why “listen to your body” often fails, and what to do instead.
Is Cortisol the Reason You Can’t Lose Fat While Training in Perimenopause?
Struggling to lose weight in midlife despite working out harder? Estrogen drops and low energy availability are triggering the "Cortisol Trap." Here is the clinical science explaining why, and how to fuel to fix it.
Can you permanently damage your metabolism by not eating enough?
Can you damage your metabolism by not eating enough? Explore the science of adaptive thermogenesis, glycogen depletion, perimenopause, and reverse dieting.
Why New Zealand’s Ancient Forests Might Be the World’s Most Powerful Pharmacy
How New Zealand's ancient forests use airborne phytoncides and forest bathing (Shinrin-yoku) to combat digital burnout and lower stress.
Signs Your Hormone Therapy Dosage Might be Too High
Brain fog or inflammation worsening on HRT? Discover why standard hormone therapy doses backfire for some women, and how to spot the signs of over-treatment.
If your legs never change no matter what you do, lipedema and inflammation are probably why
Lipedema is not obesity but it can co-exist, and it does not respond to caloric restriction the way obesity does. New 2024 and 2025 research explains biology, staging, nutrition, and why perimenopause can be a catalyst for progression.
The two HRT stories we're being sold, and why you're probably stuck in the middle
Are you doing the training, exploring HRT, eating well and still not feeling right? A nutritional scientist explains the two dominant perimenopause narratives, what the research says, and what you need to consider when making a decision.
Why the Mediterranean diet isn't enough in perimenopause, and why precision nutrition might be the key
The Mediterranean diet has a strong evidence base. But for active women in perimenopause, general guidance isn't specific enough. Here's what blood marker-based precision nutrition does differently.
What to Eat for Perimenopause: A Nutritional Scientist’s Perspective on Quinoa and Hormonal Balance
Nourish your body. Explore the scientific heritage of the Andean Mother Seed and discover how the dense nutritional profile of quinoa provides the structural foundation for perimenopause, supporting metabolic stability, muscle integrity, and hormonal balance
The real science behind runner's high, and why women feel it more intensely. P.s It’s not endorphins.
That post-run "glow" isn't endorphins. It's your body producing cannabis-like molecules called endocannabinoids. New research suggests women experience significantly higher increases in anandamide (the "bliss molecule") after exercise than men, and your menstrual cycle dramatically affects when you'll feel it. Here's the science behind why some workouts feel effortless while others feel like resistance.
Hummingbird Cake with a Lighter Touch
A thoughtful spin on classic hummingbird cake using half the sugar (because it has banana and pineapple, gluten-free flour, roasted pecans, and a tangy Greek yogurt icing. All the flavor, none of the crash.
Ginger for Perimenopause: Evidence-Based Benefits & How to Use It
How ginger reduces hot flashes, inflammation, and perimenopause symptoms. Evidence-based guide with dosing, recipes & safety info from recent studies.
What My Bloated Belly Taught Me About Worthiness -And Why Your Gut Issues Might Be Trying To Tell You Something
I thought I'd healed my body shame, until I couldn't let my partner see my bloated belly. Here's what my gut was trying to tell me about worthiness, trauma, and why your digestive issues might be asking you to heal something deeper
Reverse Dieting for Active Women in Perimenopause: A Science-Based Guide to Rebuilding Your Metabolism
How to strategically increase calories and rebuild metabolic health during perimenopause. Science-backed strategies for active women navigating hormonal shifts.
I'm a Nutritionist, I'm Curvy, and My Labs Are Optimal
I'm a qualified nutritional scientist in New Zealand. I'm 103kg, curvy, run ultramarathons and do endurance sports, and my metabolic health markers are optimal. Here's why my genetics mean I'll always need to track my food - and why I have made peace with it (even when I still have hard days)
Stop Trying to Fix What Shows on the Outside
Your external health reflects your internal state. Learn why fixing symptoms doesn't work and what actually creates lasting metabolic wellness for perimenopausal women.
But I'm Eating Less Than Ever - Why Am I Not Losing Weight?
Not losing weight despite eating less? Learn why calorie deficits don't always work, how metabolic adaptation and stress affect fat loss, and why reverse dieting might be the solution you need.
When Your Body Says No. 5 Surprising Truths About Trauma, Healing & Metabolic Health
Our culture tells a simple story about recovery: experience hardship, feel broken, then follow a straightforward path to being "fixed." But the science of resilience reveals something far more complex and hopeful. These 5 research-backed insights will reshape how you understand healing—from the surprising role of self-compassion to how unresolved trauma disrupts your metabolism and nervous system.
The Sérénité Womens Wellness Program. Teaching you how to manage your health & take care of yourself well.
Metabolic Balance is a medically-founded, personalized nutrition programme meticulously designed to recalibrate metabolic pathways and restore physiological homeostasis. Developed from decades of clinical experience and extensive research, it provides a structured, sustainable approach to health that moves beyond temporary diets. This white paper offers health practitioners a comprehensive overview of the programme's scientific principles, structured methodology, and evidence base, providing a clear understanding of its application and efficacy. Christchurch New Zealand