Wisdom

Iron deficiency is a common issue and is especially prevalent for woman of menstruating age or those on plant based, vegetarian or vegan diets.

Also known as Indian ginseng or withania somnifera, the herb ashwagandha has been used for centuries as a tonic with adaptogenic effects.

Women are increasingly exploring natural ways to ensure good health and wellbeing. Woman have unique needs and can often feel embarrassed to discuss them or, more worryingly, may feel that their needs are not taken seriously by the medical community.

Hormones influence every part of our body. For women in particular, there are many changes over time, both regularly and at different life stages. Learn more about supporting your balanced hormone levels from eating healthy to managing stress, sugar intake and improving your gut connections.

As a culture we have lost touch with being in sync with our body’s, often not prioritising sleep, exercise and diet, which we know are important influencers of female hormones. The menopause is a natural stage in any woman’s life but here in the West rather than viewed in a positive way, it is often treated as a disease and signifies loss, rather than celebrating the wisdom and liberation that other cultures round the world seem to.

Growing and nurturing a new life is an exciting time but one that places extra demands on the mother’s body. The importance of taking folic acid is well-known, but your requirements for many other nutrients also heightens during pregnancy.

Q: My colleagues might be wrapping up warm but I suffer terribly with hot flushes and am forever taking layers off. What do you recommend?

The menopause is a natural progression for every woman and typically begins between the ages of 40 and 50. Each woman will experience the menopause in a different way. The symptoms women experience during menopausal changes can vary with some women experiencing intense symptoms that affect their day to day lives, while others progress through the menopause with relative ease.

One of the best times for human conception, according to a study, found that human sperm are at their healthiest and “swim” faster in winter and early spring.