Be Well Vitality

22/01/2026

Ever feel like your waistline has a mind of its own even though your food and exercise haven’t changed?

Your gut might be behind it.
With oestrogen shift in midlife, your gut microbiome changes. And when those microbes fall out of balance, your body starts talking:
😩 More bloating
😫 Brain fog
😒 A belly that won’t budge — no matter what you try

It’s not about eating less.
It’s about feeding your gut better.

Each colour, texture, and flavour on your plate feeds a different microbe — and those microbes keep your metabolism, mood, and hormones in sync.

Herbs, seeds, nuts, legumes, veggies — they all count.
When your gut thrives, your whole body responds.

I dive deeper into this in my latest blog
👉https://bewellvitality.com/waist-weight-gain-in-midlife

30/10/2025

Skipping lunch, is it a big deal?

Here is what's happening behind the scene:
🔅Your logical mind says, “I’m busy, I’ll eat later.” But your primitive brain starts to scream famine.
🔅Instantly, your stress response kicks in, draining your energy, and setting you up for cravings later.

Skipping meals is a counterproductive habit during menopause, when stress makes your symptoms worse.

💡 Find more repercussions of random meal skipping in my latest blog and what to do instead.

👉 Read here:

The Backfires of Skipping Meals During Menopause Without a Plan Backed by Science You want to feel sharp at work, steady in your energy, and grounded when you finally step through the door at home. But… Instead, you find yourself battling

02/10/2025

You're the one others count on — at work, at home, everywhere.

You manage a thousand moving parts and still show up, even when your brain feels foggy and your energy is on empty.

What if there were a smarter way to move through menopause, without powering through it alone?

I created a guide for women who are used to getting things done… but are ready to take care of themselves with the same clarity and drive.

📘 Power Through Menopause – 5 Smart Shifts for Energy, Focus & Flow

A free guide for those who want real solutions.

📩 Download it here: https://mailchi.mp/e82785d28e1f/power_through_menopause

25/09/2025

Do you ever push through the day without lunch thinking you’ll “catch up later” or it’ll help you manage your weight?

This habit can quietly drain your energy, and even stall your weight loss.
In my latest blog, I break down why skipping meals backfires in menopause and what to do instead.

✨ Here’s what you’ll discover:
✅ Why your brain flips on stress mode
✅ How its fuels your afternoon slumps and cravings
✅ The surprising reason why skipping meals is not fasting
✅ A simple shift that helps you feel sharper, calmer, and more in control

💡 After reading, you’ll know how to stop the cycle of fatigue and cravings, and take the first step toward steady energy and confidence again.

👉 Read the full article here:https://bewellvitality.com/portfolio-items/the-backfires-of-skipping-meals-during-menopause-without-a-plan-backed-by-science

17/09/2025

🌸 Women who join the Fasting Lifestyle System™ often use one powerful word to describe their transformation: liberated.

Here’s what that looks like:
✨ No more constant cravings, restless nights, or bloating.
✨ Relief in having a clear guide they can trust, without shame or guilt.
✨ A deep understanding of their body, so they stop blaming themselves and step back into the driver’s seat of their health and life.

And the best part? They realise menopause doesn’t have to mean “giving up.” With the right tools, it can be a chapter of clarity, vitality, and renewed confidence.

💡 So if you’ve been feeling stuck in frustration or fatigue, know it's is possible to turn the page.

👉 If you could wave a magic wand, what would you want most from your health right now?

11/09/2025

For years, I worked in HR. I loved guiding women in their careers, helping them grow in confidence and step into leadership.

But behind the scenes, I saw something else:
👩‍💻 Women skipping breaks, powering through deadlines, running on caffeine…
😔 And slowly, their energy, patience, and health were slipping away.

I recognised myself in them. I was doing the same. And I knew we needed a different kind of roadmap - one that supported both our careers and our health.

That’s when I transitioned into natural health.
Through training in nutrition, fasting, yoga, and mindfulness, I built what I wish I’d had back then: a doable, adaptable system that helps women regain balance without overhauling their entire life.

🌿 The Fasting Lifestyle System™ was born from this blend: corporate structure + natural health wisdom.
It’s not about dieting or deprivation — it’s about creating a lifestyle that fits real women’s lives.

👉 Tell me: have you ever felt difficulty to manage your career alongside your health?

04/09/2025

📉That 3PM crash again? It might not be what you eat… it might be how you eat.

How you chew could make or break your afternoon energy.

Chewing slowly activates your vagus nerve, which tells your body: “It’s safe to rest and digest.”

The payoff? Less cortisol, better nutrient absorption, and steady energy instead of the 3 PM crash.

✨ Mindful chewing is free, takes no extra time, and works immediately. 💪

Curious about what else might make your afternoon slump worse (and how to get consistent energy back)?

👉Take 5 minutes now to read my new blog post. Your future self at 3 PM will thank you. Link in comment.

20/08/2025

Ever feel like you live two different workdays?
☀️ Morning: focused, sharp, unstoppable.
🌙 Afternoon: foggy, tired, craving sugar, and questioning your confidence.
If this pattern has crept in since hitting your mid-40s, it’s not in your head. It’s your hormones talking - and ignoring them only makes things harder.
That’s why I wrote: “Why Corporate Women over 40 Struggle Most at 3 PM – And How to Fix It.”
Take 5 minutes to read it now - your 3 PM self will thank you 😉
👉 https://bewellvitality.com/portfolio-items/3pm-slump-worse-over-40-why-how

07/07/2025

👉 Your Wardrobe Doesn’t Have to Keep Expanding!

You are not to blame: Menopausal weight gain and bloating can be driven by more than diet and exercise - your hormones are playing a role, too!

✨ Lymphatic drainage massage is a gentle, effective way to reduce water retention and restore your balance.

✨ But remember, no external fix replaces a personalised nutrition and movement plan tailored to your life and goals.

💬 Curious about how to address hormonal weight gain for good? Let’s chat!

28/05/2025

Could hormonal shifts, pressure to perform, and not taking a pause contribute to foggy thinking and poor focus?

💡The answer is yes. And there is a name for it: Cortisol Cognitive Cost.

When cortisol, your primary stress hormone, keeps running the show, it affects specific areas of the brain such as the hippocampus and prefrontal cortex, impacting your learning, memory and decision-making.

The good news is that you can use your brain plasticity to your advantage to sharpen your mental clarity and focus.

Here is a snapshot of my favourite targeted tweaks to lift the veil on the fog and bring your confidence back:

🌿 Start with hydration and intention: Begin your day with a glass a water sipped consciously, instead of grabbing your coffee on the go – You rehydrate your brain and set the scene for a mindful, stressless day

☀️ Step outside at lunch: go for a walk instead of devouring your lunch at your desk - Natural light is the brain’s powerhouse, reducing stress and supporting memory and cognitive function. Movement will further oxygenate your brain

📝 Ritualise your evening: block five to ten minutes each night to journal about all the positives of your day instead of finishing a report or binge-watching a TV series. Higher levels of gratitude are positively associated with improved cognitive function.

No quick fixes - just a thoughtful and science-based approach that honours each unique hormonal evolution.

If you are unsure where to start, let’s have a conversation to explore how to upgrade your brain (and body) during your 10-year menopausal window.

💬 Drop a comment or DM, and I will be back to you.

19/05/2025

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06/05/2025

How you think about menopause can change how you experience it!!!

Menopausal symptoms often show up uninvited:
💭 Brain fog in the boardroom
💤 Fatigue after a full day
⚖️ Weight gain that doesn’t shift

You push through. You ignore the signs. You fell drained and dread.

But your mindset can influence it all.

✨ Shift from “Coping” to Curious
✨ Shift from “this is happening TO me” to “what is this phase opening up FOR me?”

That’s what we do in my Menopausal Reset program.

Not just food.
But how you eat. How you move. How you relate to your thoughts.

We follow the Hormonal Hierarchy from the top down with strategic shifts to fuel your focus, your hormones, your performance.

💡 With the right mindset, menopause becomes a season of deep wisdom, clarity, and strength.

👇 Tell me in the comments: What helps you stay mentally strong?