A guide to menopause stomach issues, and what to do about them.

Around 60% of us will experience menopause stomach issues; from new intolerances to food, to bloating, constipation, weight gain and blood-sugar imbalance too, research shows the health of our gut microbiota is critical in keeping us well in midlife.

The good news? Our guts respond to a little care and attention relatively swiftly. And once back in balance, our gut makes everything work harder - including optimising:

1. The digestion and absorption of the nutrients you put on your plate - there is no point carefully managing macros if your gut can not digest
   
   
2. The medication you take - including Hormone Replacement Therapy - simply put, if your body is not in balance the drugs we take can not work as hard as they should
   
   
3. Your body’s ability to recover following exercise - yes! - it reduces inflammation and aids muscle recovery and growth as well as supporting endurance too.
   
   

When considering addressing menopause stomach issues, it’s important to rule out any underlying health conditions with your medical doctor first. Then, if you’re advised that the changes and discomfort you’re experiencing are the result of your biochemical transition, botanicals can play a powerful role if used synergistically and consistently:

1. Ginger: This humble plant has a growing body of evidence supporting its potential to address menopause stomach issues naturally. Research shows it reduces bloating, nausea, and inflammation and aids digestion too. Drink it in a simple tea, add it fresh to your dishes and find it in our best selling Peri-Boost foundational powder too.
   
   
2. Slippery Elm: used for generations and loved by our naturopathic and herbal medicine practitioner community, this hard to source herb coats the stomach lining, soothing acid reflux and IBS and has been shown to support gut healing and digestion as well. You can find it, blended synergistically for optimal impact in MPOWDER Gut-Instinct and Meno-Boost.
   
   
3. Flaxseeds: Flaxseeds are a rich source of  phytoestrogens (lignans) and support hormone balance beautifully. They’re also part of a class of wholefoods called prebiotics, which mean they feed your gut so it can produce the ‘good’ bacteria it needs to keep you well. Like all prebiotics, they’re also high in fibre which helps with digestion and bowel movements too. You can find them, with 29+ other carefully considered wholefood-led ingredients in Peri-Boost now.

To read more about the science behind the whole foods and botanicals we select - and how they may further support menopause stomach issues, check out the independent research sources HERE.

Then, finally, a reminder to also pay attention to your mindset when navigating midlife. The most powerful intervention may be the way you talk to yourself. Be kind. Focus on nourishment and listening in. Be curious. Work out what works for you. And, if we can help at all - signposting to trusted sources or sharing our expert team’s collective knowledge, get in touch with our Health Concierge Team, for free now.