Your gut does far more than digest food - in perimenopause, it plays a central role in how your body processes and clears oestrogen. From bloating and bowel changes to hot flushes and mood dips, the gut-hormone connection explains symptoms that are too often dismissed. This article explores the science behind the estrobolome, equol-producing bacteria, and simple dietary steps to support your digestive health through perimenopause and beyond.

Creatine is having a moment in the menopause space, and the research behind the enthusiasm is genuine. But the gap between 'may benefit some women' and 'everyone should take it' is significant — and it's being quietly filled with hype. Here's the honest, evidence-based picture.