Midlife health made simple

Whilst that may sound appealing - or is it just me? -  the truth is that, before we chase the latest trends in supplementation or gym routines, the most measurable impact we can have on our health lies in the simple things. This is what science tells us will deliver the most:

1. Book time with your doctor if you have symptoms you’ve not discussed: Whether you’re at the start of your perimenopause journey or noticing new signs of change, it’s important to talk to a medical professional. Not feeling yourself is enough. You deserve to feel well. You should always rule out underlying health conditions rather than self-diagnose. And the more open your dialogue in your doctor / MD the more supportive the relationship will be over time and the better able they are to give you the support you need.
   
   
2. Build every meal  around protein, fibre and good fat: A balanced plate will help you with energy, focus, bowel movements  and sweet sugar cravings too. 
   
3. Save your morning coffee to have when you eat: Instead, wake your body gently with warm water, ginger and lemon. You’ll find yourself less anxious and better able to spot your hunger signals too - which links to tip 4.
   
   
4. Micro-fast between meals: your body needs time to digest, optimise energy and repair. Snacking between meals interrupts this and messes with our blood sugar too.
   
   
5. Stop adding to your supplement regime: We know from our free consultations with our community, that most of us over-supplement in  midlife. With all the new brands crowding the menopause space, it’s impossible not to. Before you add anything new, check what you already have. Does your collagen already contain high dosages of vitamin C? Does your creatine already have the recommended daily amount of magnesium? Do you really need a mulit-vitamin if you’re individually taking a series of pills? It’s why our foundational powders can be so valuable; carefully formulated for maximum absorption, therapeutic dosage levels balanced for long term use. Everything you need in a single scoop.
   
   

Finally, start simple too.. As researchers we know that big changes in our daily routines set us up for failure before we begin. And when our inner critic is noisy, letting ourselves down only compounds our sense of vulnerability. So, rather than address all 5, start with the one you feel you can introduce tomorrow and stick with. The rest will follow.

With love, Rebekah and the MPOWDER team.