Donna Peters Nutrition

25/11/2025

Workplace wellness isn’t just a nice-to-have — it’s essential.

I say that as someone who’s lived on both sides of the pressure cooker.

Years ago, I was deep in the corporate world. As Client Services Director, I managed high-profile publishing accounts, including Hello! Magazine, Express Newspapers, The Guardian & Observer, News International, Conde Nast and IPC. The pace was intense — and at the time, I thrived on it.

Now, as a registered Nutritional Therapist specialising in women’s health, I see what that pressure looks like behind the scenes. Every week in my clinic, I support women who are juggling full-on careers, family life, and the symptoms that come with running on empty.

And I see the same patterns again and again:

- Low energy
- Poor sleep
- Hormonal shifts
- Mood swings
- Gut issues

These aren’t “just” health issues.

They are productivity issues.

They are creativity issues.

They are retention issues.

That’s why I now partner with organisations — including the NHS — to deliver practical, engaging workplace wellness talks and workshops that meet teams where they are.

My most requested sessions include:

✔ Nutrition for energy, focus & hormonal health
✔ Stress, sleep & nervous system support
✔ Small daily habits with a big impact
✔ Safe and effective supplementation during the menopause transition
✔ How to create healthier work rhythms without adding more pressure

And for teams who want to take wellbeing beyond the session, I also offer The Nourish + Flourish Box — a bespoke range of wellness boxes designed to help attendees turn learning into real daily habits.

Because when people feel better, they work better — and life gets better too.

Planning a wellbeing event?

Looking to support your team?

Or would you like to start a meaningful conversation about employee health?

I’d love to chat and explore how I can support your organisation.

Let’s make workplace wellness personal.

24/11/2025

New on the blog!

So many women tell me they’re doing everything right in menopause — taking supplements, eating well, exercising, prioritising sleep, trying to manage stress — yet they still feel exhausted, low, or not quite themselves. The truth is, there’s one common mistake I see over and over again… and it could be the reason your supplements aren’t doing what you hoped. If you’ve ever wondered why you’re not feeling better, this blog might be the missing piece.

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So many women tell me they’re doing everything right in menopause — taking supplements, eating well, exercising, prioritising sleep, trying to manage stress — yet they still feel exhausted, low, or not quite themselves. The truth is, there’s one common mistake I see over and over again… an...

24/11/2025

The Monday Reset Ritual - If Mondays feel overwhelming, try this simple 5-step reset ritual, made for real women with real lives:

1️⃣ Drink a tall glass of water
2️⃣ Write down three priorities — not thirty
3️⃣ Step outside for 2 minutes of fresh air
4️⃣ Choose one nourishing meal for today
5️⃣ Do something small that feels like kindness to yourself

Little rituals create big shifts.

And I’m here to help you build the ones that bring your energy, your focus, and your calm back.

Here’s to a softer start.

23/11/2025

Watch this space! Message me to get an alert when the offer is LIVE as this will be limited to the first 10 bookings!!!

23/11/2025

I’ve opened just one more space for a new 1:1 nutrition client starting 1st December.

Why wait until January to finally take back control of your health? If you’ve been feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or just not yourself lately, this might be the gentle nudge you’ve been waiting for.

One of my favourite parts of my work is sitting down with women — on Zoom or in person — and really getting to the heart of what’s going on.

Not just the food on the plate… but the stress, the hormones, the sleep (or lack of it), and everything you’re carrying day to day.

Because personalised nutrition isn’t a quick fix, but it is where the best results lie.

It’s real, evidence-based support that helps you feel like you again.

Here’s what can shift in just a few months together:

✅ Easier, calmer peri/menopause symptoms
✅ More energy (the real kind, not coffee-powered)
✅ Better sleep and fewer 3am wake-ups
✅ A more balanced mood and less overwhelm
✅ A body that feels supported, not pushed

In my 3-month programme, we take things step by step — at a pace that feels doable alongside real life, work, family, and everything else you’re juggling.

No perfection.

No judgement.

Just personalised guidance, simple changes, and support that actually fits your world.

If you’re ready to feel better — truly better — send me a DM and we can chat about whether this is the right next step for you.

Photo - Roasted tomato + red pepper soup, with quinoa (underneath), avocado and halloumi. This is the kind of food we eat; delicious, wholesome and very nutrient dense. And it was made in my kitchen.
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About Me - I’m Donna, a registered nutritional therapist specialising in women’s health. I regularly contribute to publications including Women’s Health, Marie Claire and Happiful, and in my corporate work I support organisations including the NHS. My approach is practical, evidence-based and always personal.

22/11/2025

The Menopause Supplement Mistake Most Women Are Making — Without Realising It

This week, I had the pleasure of delivering a webinar on safe supplementation during menopause for a brilliant team at NHS Humber Teaching Trust.

One thing we talked about really sparked some conversation — before reaching for supplements, we need to make sure our core nutrients are truly where they should be. And when I say that, I mean at OPTIMUM levels for midlife women, not just inside the bottom or top of the 'normal' range.

It’s so easy to get swept up in “premium” menopause supplements promising quick fixes and miracle results. But even the most expensive blends won’t touch the sides if your foundational nutrients are low. Your body simply can’t do its best work without those basics in place.

A recent client of mine is the perfect example -

She came to me after spending hundreds of pounds on well-marketed menopause supplements… yet she still felt exhausted, flat, and like she was wading through treacle most days.

When we ran some simple tests, everything clicked into place — her vitamin D was extremely low, and her iron levels were depleted, which explained exactly why she wasn’t improving.

Once we corrected those foundations, the shift was incredible.
Her energy lifted, her mood steadied, and she finally started to feel like herself again.

So, which nutrient is at the top of my list for midlife women?

Vitamin D

Why?

Because it supports mood, immunity, bone density, muscle strength and hormonal balance — and most women in the UK have low or borderline levels.

Recent research is telling us:

- Women with low vitamin D often experience more intense menopausal symptoms such as low mood, fatigue, aches and poor sleep.
- Ensuring optimal vitamin D levels supports bone health during the menopausal transition.
- There’s growing evidence that vitamin D plays a role in metabolic health — something many women notice shifts with age.

The truth is: so many women I see are doing all the “right things”… but they are missing this one important part - making sure the foundations are in place and that they are supporting your health instead of working against it.

When was the last time you checked that you had your key nutrient levels checked? If it's a while (or maybe never), how do you know you're taking the right supplements for you and at the correct dosages?

If you’re feeling tired, flat, or not quite yourself lately, it might not be “just menopause” — it might be that your body simply isn’t getting what it needs.

If you’d like to get to the root of your symptoms with personalised testing and a plan that’s tailored to your body, message me or email me at - contact@donnapetersnutrition.co.uk or check out my website - www.donnapetersnutrition.co.uk

This could be the missing piece of your jigsaw.

20/11/2025

Feeling very lucky today! While the snow was piling up on the Yorkshire coast, I was warm and cosy delivering a webinar to the ladies of the NHS Humber Menopause Support Group on supplements to support menopause.

I was so engrossed in the topic that I completely forgot to take a screenshot of everyone on Teams – so here’s a snap of the first slide instead! 😅

We covered the core nutrients women need in midlife, how to check your levels safely, and what targeted support can help with symptoms like hot flushes, low mood, sleep issues, and fatigue.

I’ve already had some lovely feedback, and I’m so happy that everyone found the information helpful. Stay tuned – I’ll be sharing some of the key takeaways from the session very soon!

28/10/2025

14/10/2025

I'm featured in Your Healthy Living Magazine talking about the effects of chronic stress and lack of sleep on skin health, and how the right nutrition and lifestyle choices can help. Check it out on page 27!

Read the October Issue online right here - https://www.yourhealthyliving.co.uk/

14/10/2025

The Nourish + Flourish Box is in the October issue of Women's Fitness Magazine! Check us out on page 86, where our Menopause Box is featured.

To check out our wellness boxes click here - www.thenourishandflourishbox.co.uk

03/09/2025

Back-to-Routine Nutrition

September always feels a little like a fresh start, doesn’t it? The holidays are behind us, work and school routines are back in full swing, and suddenly life feels busy again.

This is often when I see women slipping into survival mode — grabbing whatever’s quick, skipping meals, or relying on caffeine and sugar to get through the day. The truth is, with a little bit of planning, you can nourish yourself (and your family) without the stress.

Here are 3 simple ways to ease yourself back into healthy habits this month:

1 - Lunchbox Love (for kids and grown-ups)

Think beyond sandwiches. Try boiled eggs with oatcakes + veggie sticks, mini frittatas, or a pot of overnight oats with berries and seeds. Balanced, portable, and satisfying.

2 - Energy-Smart Snacks

Swap the mid-afternoon biscuit for nuts + fruit, hummus with oatcakes, or energy balls. Keeping blood sugar steady by always including protein, it makes such a difference to mood and focus.

3 - Quick Midweek Dinners

Batch-cook one or two things at the weekend (like a soup or traybake of roasted veggies). Pair with protein (fish, chicken, beans, tofu) and you’ve got fast, nourishing meals ready in minutes.

Remember: routine doesn’t have to mean rigid. It’s about finding little habits that help you feel more energised, less stressed, and ready to thrive this season.

And if you’d like a little extra support, The Nourish + Flourish Box is designed to do just that — simple, beautiful wellness tools (curated by a nutritionist) to help you take care of you while you take care of everything else.

Check it out here - www.thenourishandflourishbox.co.uk