Trish Tucker May Nutrition

22/03/2026

Ladies, if you’ve started noticing ADHD symptoms in your 40s..... found yourself wondering…

💛Do I actually have ADHD?
💛Why is this showing up now?
💛Do I need to do anything about it?

You are not alone.

This is something I’m seeing more and more, and it can feel confusing when these traits seem to appear or intensify out of nowhere.

I think it’s really important we talk about it rather than ignore it, which is exactly why I’ve written today’s blog.

If this resonates with you, I’d love to know… what traits are you noticing, and how are they affecting your daily life?

You’re very welcome to comment below or message me privately 💛

Many women begin to notice ADHD symptoms in perimenopause, including changes in focus, memory and emotional regulation. Common experiences include: For some, these symptoms raise an important and often confusing question: “Do I have ADHD, or is this related to menopause?” Understanding why these...

19/03/2026

One of the most powerful things you can do for your gut is also one of the simplest.

Support it with the right foods.

Bone broth is something I come back to time and time again with clients, especially when digestion feels off, bloating is present or the body needs gentle nourishment.

Here’s why it works so well.

When simmered, bones release nutrients like collagen, gelatin and amino acids. These help support the gut lining, which is important for reducing irritation and improving digestion.

Adding ingredients like turmeric and ginger takes it a step further.

Turmeric is known for its anti inflammatory properties, helping to calm the gut and reduce internal inflammation.

Ginger supports digestion and can ease bloating and nausea.

Together, this creates a simple but powerful base for gut healing.

🥣 Turmeric Chicken Bone Broth

Ingredients
- Brown onion
- Carrot
- Celery
- Fresh turmeric
- Fresh ginger (optional)
- Bay leaf
- Black peppercorns
- Chicken wings
- Filtered water
- Sea salt

Simmer everything gently for a couple of hours to allow the nutrients to be released into the broth.

This is the kind of nourishment that works quietly in the background.

Sometimes it is these small, consistent habits that make the biggest difference to how your gut feels.

17/03/2026

If you are struggling with any of the following, this may be worth exploring.

👉Difficulty switching off at night
👉Poor or disrupted sleep
👉Constant stress or anxiety
👉Emotional overwhelm
👉Grief or trauma that still feels present
👉Difficulty focusing or ADHD type symptoms
👉Digestive issues that flare when life feels stressful

These challenges often share something in common.

The nervous system is stuck in survival mode.

When this happens, the body struggles to rest, digest and recover properly.

That is why I am so excited to introduce Cognitive Pattern Reprogramming, created by the team at Mindshift Mentors.

This approach combines psychotherapy, neuro linguistic programming and clinical hypnotherapy to help retrain the subconscious patterns that drive stress responses.

Many people notice improvements in sleep, emotional regulation and mental clarity within a relatively short period of time.

To celebrate this new collaboration, we are offering 40% off sessions, bundles and subscriptions.

Simply use the code RESET40 when booking.

Explore here:
https://mindshiftmentors.com

Your nervous system deserves support too.

16/03/2026

One of the biggest things I see with women struggling with gut health is this.

They are doing everything right.

They are eating well, taking supplements and trying to manage stress.

Yet the symptoms keep returning.

☹Bloating.
☹Poor sleep.
☹Anxiety.
☹Food sensitivities.
☹Digestive discomfort.

Often the missing piece is the nervous system.

When the body is stuck in stress mode, digestion cannot fully relax and function properly. The gut and the mind are deeply connected.

This is why I am so excited about the new collaboration I’ve launched with Mindshift Mentors.

Through Cognitive Pattern Reprogramming, the subconscious patterns that drive stress and overwhelm can begin to shift, helping the body move out of survival mode.

Many people notice improvements in sleep, emotional regulation and mental clarity surprisingly quickly because the work targets the automatic patterns running in the background.

To celebrate the launch, we are offering 40% off all sessions, bundles and subscriptions.

Use the code RESET40 at checkout.

Explore here:
https://mindshiftmentors.com

Better sleep and a calmer nervous system may be closer than you think.

12/03/2026

Your gut can't heal if your nervous system feels unsafe. This is something I see constantly with the women I work with.

This past year has pushed my nervous system more than any other.
Moving countries while grieving the loss of my twin brother made me realise something powerful about the gut–brain connection.

Doing everything right for your gut… but still bloated, anxious or exhausted?

The missing piece might not be your diet. It could be your nervous system.

Like many women I work with, for years my nervous system has rarely felt fully rested. I pride myself with my work ethic and that can come at a cost when under strain. Trying to keep all things going at home, work and caring for mum has been really hard.
As you know, when the nervous system is under pressure, digestion feels it too.

The gut and the mind are deeply connected. When the body feels safe and calm, digestion works more smoothly. When the nervous system is on high alert, symptoms often appear. Bloating, poor sleep, anxiety, food sensitivities and fatigue can all be influenced by this connection.

Over the past months I have been exploring something that surprised me with how powerful it can be.

Please let me introduce you to Cognitive Pattern Reprogramming.

I have personally experienced amazing benefits and it made me realise how important it is to support both the mind and the gut together.

That is why I have decided to collaborate with the team at Mindshift Mentors.

Cognitive Pattern Reprogramming combines strategic psychotherapy, neuro-linguistic programming and clinical hypnotherapy to help retrain the automatic mental patterns that drive stress, anxiety and overwhelm.

Interested to know more?
Comment 🤔 below. ❤️

06/03/2026

As we head into the weekend, I thought I would share a nourishing recipe from my book that is simple, satisfying and very kind to your gut.

🥗 Roasted Beetroot, Walnut and Goat’s Cheese Salad

Ingredients
- Beetroot, peeled and chopped
- Olive oil
- Rocket or mixed salad leaves
- Goat’s cheese
- Walnuts
- Fresh thyme
- Balsamic vinegar
- Sea salt and black pepper

How to make it

- Roast the beetroot with olive oil, thyme, salt and pepper until tender and slightly caramelised.
- Arrange the salad leaves on a plate and add the warm beetroot on top.
- Scatter over walnuts and pieces of goat’s cheese.
- Finish with a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

💛Why I love this recipe
Beetroot is wonderful for supporting liver function and circulation, which plays an important role in hormone balance and digestion.

It’s light, colourful and nourishing, perfect for a relaxed weekend meal or served alongside grilled fish or chicken.

Sometimes the simplest meals are the most supportive for your body.

02/03/2026

I’m working quietly behind the scenes on expanding the support I offer… and I would really value your input.

Over the past year, I’ve noticed more and more women over 40 struggling with sleep, overwhelm and what they describe as ADHD tendencies.

Not because they suddenly developed ADHD.

But because the coping strategies that worked for decades are no longer holding everything together.

Many women were never diagnosed because:

- You weren’t disruptive at school
- You were bright and capable
- You were labelled anxious instead
- You were treated for depression
- You were told you just needed to be more organised

So many high functioning women internalised the idea that they were too sensitive, too emotional, bad at time management or just disorganised.

Then perimenopause arrives. Oestrogen drops. Dopamine regulation shifts. Sleep becomes fragile.

Suddenly there is:

- More overwhelm
- More forgetfulness
- More emotional intensity
- More exhaustion from masking

And it feels harder to cope.

I’m curious… does any of this resonate with you?

Do you struggle with sleep, focus, overwhelm or feeling mentally scattered more than you used to?

Comment below with “yes” or share which of these you relate to. I’m listening 💛

24/02/2026

If you are over 40 and feeling bloated, tired, moody or not quite yourself… it may not just be “hormones”.

Your gut and your hormones are deeply connected.

👉Your gut helps regulate oestrogen.
👉It influences blood sugar balance.
👉It produces the majority of your serotonin.
👉It plays a huge role in inflammation and cortisol.

When the microbiome is out of balance, hormone symptoms often intensify. And this is exactly why so many women notice digestive changes, weight gain or mood shifts in their 40s.

In my latest blog, I explain:

💛How your gut affects oestrogen metabolism
💛Why blood sugar becomes more sensitive after 40
💛The link between stress, cortisol and bloating
💛Simple foundations that support both gut and hormone health

If you have been trying to “fix your hormones” but still feel stuck, this will help you connect the dots.

You can read the full blog via the link 💛

https://trishtuckermay.com/hormone-health/the-gut-hormone-connection-how-your-microbiome-affects-oestrogen-blood-sugar-and-mood-after-40/

17/02/2026

When your digestion feels sluggish or your energy dips mid afternoon, this is one of my favourite supportive meals.

🥣 Turmeric Chickpea and Spinach Stew

Ingredients
- Chickpeas
- Red onion
- Garlic
- Fresh ginger
- Ground turmeric
- Cumin
- Coconut milk
- Fresh spinach
- Olive oil
- Sea salt

💛How to make it
Gently sauté the onion, garlic and ginger in olive oil.
Add turmeric and cumin and cook until fragrant.
Stir in chickpeas and a splash of water or stock, then simmer for 10 minutes.
Add coconut milk and fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
Season with sea salt and serve warm.

💛Why it's great for you!
Turmeric is naturally anti inflammatory, which can help calm the gut and support hormone balance, especially if bloating or joint stiffness has been creeping in.

Simple, warming and deeply nourishing.

15/02/2026

One of the case studies in my book is a woman in her mid 40s who felt like her body had suddenly turned against her.

She was waking between 3am and 4am most nights.
She felt nauseous in the mornings.
Her stomach was bloated by lunchtime.
Her weight was slowly creeping up despite eating “healthily”.

Her GP told her everything looked normal.

What she did not realise was how connected her gut, blood sugar and stress response had become.

We did not start with restriction.

➡️Regular meals with protein and healthy fats.
➡️Reducing alcohol and not eating and drinking at the same time.
➡️Supporting her liver and digestion.
➡️Calming her nervous system so cortisol was not constantly elevated.

Within weeks, her mornings felt different.
➡️The nausea eased.
➡️Her sleep deepened.
➡️Her bloating reduced.
➡️Her blood sugar stabilised and her weight began to shift naturally.

She told me, “I finally understand my body. I don’t feel broken anymore.”

This is what personalised support does. It connects the dots.

If you recognise yourself in this story and feel like you have been trying to figure it out alone, a discovery call is a gentle place to start.

It is simply a conversation about what is happening in your body and what the right next step might be for you.

Book your call here: https://my.practicebetter.io/ #/5e7e107a2a9c2406e4d31d15/bookings?s=60474c382a832604b4da3e8b&step=date

12/02/2026

One of the biggest shifts for women over 40 is realising that your body now responds more to rhythm than restriction.

Skipping meals, eating on the go, grazing all day or relying on caffeine to push through can quietly disrupt blood sugar, stress hormones and digestion.

When blood sugar swings, cortisol rises.
When cortisol rises, digestion slows.
When digestion slows, bloating, fatigue and cravings often follow.

It is rarely about willpower. It is usually about foundations.

Simple habits like:
💛Eating balanced meals with protein and healthy fats
💛Drinking water consistently
💛Slowing down when you eat
💛Prioritising sleep

These small shifts create stability in the body, and stability creates change.

If you would like gentle guidance on how to build these foundations in a way that fits real life, my free Thrive Guide is a beautiful place to start.

It is designed especially for women over 40 who want clarity, structure and realistic support for their gut, energy and hormones.

You can download it and begin at your own pace.

https://trishtuckermay.com/over-40-thrive-guide/