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www.bnhc.ca Bellevue Natural Health Clinic helps individuals restore health through functional medicine. Full laboratory testing available.

Bellevue Natural Health is a multi-disciplinary alternative health clinic offering: naturopathic medicine, registered massage therapy, acupuncture, and far-infrared sauna therapy sessions. We focus on women's health, hormone balancing, sports medicine, injury rehabilitation, allergies and more!

01/31/2026

Ready to stop guessing about your symptoms? This carousel is your crash course in Hormones 101 for midlife! 🎢

Perimenopause isn't just one hormonal shift—it's a chaotic trio working behind the scenes. SWIPE to decode the 3 P's that drive your anxiety, heavy bleeding, mood swings, and fatigue:

Pillar 1: Progesterone (The Calming One)
Pillar 2: Estradiol (The Rollercoaster)
Pillar 3: Androgens (The Motivator)

Understanding which hormone is driving which symptom is the first step to finding targeted relief! Save this post to remind yourself of the role each hormone plays.

01/29/2026

Chronic, unmanaged stress doesn't just affect your mood—it actively depletes essential hormones and directs your body to store more metabolically risky visceral fat around your organs.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀?
The solution starts small. 5 minutes of breathwork, quiet time, or just stepping outside counts. Schedule your rest like you schedule your workouts and meetings. It’s a crucial investment in your future strength and health.

What's the one thing you can schedule today to protect your hormones from stress? Share below!

01/28/2026

If your emotions feel bigger, your focus feels harder, or your anxiety feels unfamiliar — this episode is for you.

Perimenopause is a neurological transition as much as a hormonal one. Changes in estrogen and progesterone directly affect neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine, and GABA — which means mood, focus, and emotional regulation can shift dramatically.

This is not weakness.
It’s biology.

In this episode, we unpack:
• Why mood changes are so common in perimenopause
• The estrogen–ADHD connection
• What evidence-based support actually looks like
• How to advocate for yourself when your brain feels different

🎧 Listen to the full episode — and remember: you’re not broken. You’re becoming.

01/26/2026

If you’re struggling with midlife weight changes, energy crashes, or increased hunger, let's talk about protein. 🥩🥚🐟

It’s often the single most impactful dietary change you can make during perimenopause and menopause. Aiming for at least 30 grams of high-quality protein per meal helps:

𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗕𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝗴𝗮𝗿: Essential for managing insulin sensitivity.
𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆: Keeps you feeling full longer, reducing cravings.
𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗯𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗟𝗼𝘀𝘀: Preserves the metabolically active tissue that keeps your metabolism running.

This is a non-negotiable step for long-term health and vitality! Need help figuring out your daily protein goal? We discuss it in detail in the "Menopause & Longevity" episode of Pause, Please!

What's your go-to high-protein meal? Share in the comments!

01/24/2026

That dreaded 3 A.M. wake-up call is a signature move of perimenopause, but you don't have to surrender your sleep! 😴

Your fluctuating hormones and temperature swings are making it impossible to stay asleep.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀?
We have a clear plan to help you reclaim those peaceful nights.

SWIPE through this 5-step rescue guide to learn:
How to anchor your sleep rhythm (Slide 2).
Why keeping your bedroom cool is critical (Slide 3).
Which hormones and supplements can support your GABA pathway (Slides 4 & 5).
The simple mind hack to try instead of reaching for your phone (Slide 6).

Save this post and commit to one step this week! Which one are you starting with?

01/22/2026

This is the core belief that drives everything we do here. For too long, midlife and menopause have been framed as a slow decline—a time to "tough it out." We reject that narrative.

This transition is an opportunity to tune into your body, prioritize your well-being, and redefine what health looks like for the next half of your life. It's time to trade confusion for clarity, and surviving for thriving.

If you are ready to use perimenopause as your personal launchpad, join the conversation on the Pause, Please! podcast. Let's rewrite this playbook together. 🚀

Are you ready to use midlife as your launchpad? Tell me one thing you’re redefining today!

01/21/2026

If you’ve been feeling more anxious, irritable, distracted — or wondering why your brain suddenly feels different — this is for you.

Perimenopause doesn’t just affect your cycle.
It affects your brain.

Fluctuations in estrogen and progesterone directly influence neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine, and GABA — which means mood, focus, sleep, and emotional regulation can all shift during this transition.

This isn’t a personal failing.
It’s hormonal neuroscience.

In this episode of Pause, Please, we talk about the invisible mental health impacts of perimenopause — including anxiety, depression, irritability, and why so many women are first diagnosed with ADHD in midlife.

You’re not broken.
Your brain is recalibrating.

🎧 Full episode available now
✨ Link in bio

01/19/2026

This quote is a core part of my philosophy. There is no right or wrong way to navigate your perimenopause or menopause journey. Whether you choose MHT, non-hormonal solutions, or a blend of both, the decision is deeply personal and should be free of judgment.

My goal is simply to give you the science and the support you need to make the best choice for you.

What does this quote mean to you?

01/17/2026

If you only focus on one area of fitness after 40, make it muscle. It is truly your Metabolic Gold and longevity superpower! 👑

As estrogen declines in perimenopause, it accelerates muscle loss (sarcopenia), which directly slows down your metabolism.

SWIPE to learn why muscle is non-negotiable for midlife health:
It's the furnace that burns more calories at rest.
It protects your bone density against osteoporosis.
It regulates your blood sugar, actively fighting visceral fat.
The fix is non-negotiable: 2-3 sessions of progressive resistance training weekly! Save this carousel for motivation!

What's your biggest barrier to starting strength training? Let me know below! 👇

01/15/2026

Time to break the supplement stereotypes! Creatine is one of my favorite tools for midlife health, and it’s definitely not just for bodybuilders.

Research supports its powerful benefits for women during perimenopause and menopause:
𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲: Crucial for preserving the muscle mass we lose as estrogen declines.
𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 & 𝗖𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Helps reduce fatigue and supports cognitive function—great for that brain fog!
𝗠𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁: Studies show it can enhance the effects of antidepressants and improve overall mood resilience.

It’s an evidence-based way to fight fatigue and support your strength from the inside out. Aim for a minimum of 3g a day.

Have you tried creatine? Share your experience in the comments!

01/14/2026

Hormone testing is everywhere right now — and it’s understandable why it feels tempting.

When your body is changing and you’re not getting clear answers, a test can feel like validation. But here’s the part that often gets missed:

Perimenopause is not a lab result.
It’s a clinical transition — guided by symptoms, cycle changes, age, and context.

Hormone levels fluctuate wildly during this phase. You can feel exhausted, anxious, foggy, or unlike yourself and still have “normal” labs. That doesn’t mean nothing is happening — it means the snapshot didn’t tell the full story.

There are times when hormone testing is useful.
And there are times when it adds confusion instead of clarity.

What matters most is having a provider who knows when to test, what question the test is meant to answer, and how to interpret results alongside your lived experience.

You don’t need a lab test to validate what you’re feeling.
You need context, support, and care that listens.

🎧 Listen to the full episode of Pause, Please: The Empowered Perimenopause Playbook
✨ Link in bio

01/12/2026

MYTH: Midlife exhaustion is just burnout.

FACT: Your changing hormones (like progesterone and estrogen) affect your energy on a cellular level. It’s physiological, not just psychological.

Your hormones play a huge role in how your body produces and uses energy. When they fluctuate and decline in perimenopause, it can leave you feeling truly depleted, no matter how much you try to rest. Understanding this connection is the first step to reclaiming your vitality!

If this resonates, head to the link in bio to listen to the "Burnout or Hormones?" episode of Pause, Please! We dive deep into the science and solutions.

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22-285 17th Street
West Vancouver, BC
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Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 6pm

Website

http://www.bellevuenaturalhealth.ca/

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