Handcrafted Health

27/02/2026

🌿 Easy Protein Breakfast Tweak!

In menopause you want to increase your protein intake to counteract decline in estrogen.

When estrogen declines, we start to lose muscles, and our bone density reduces. With protein, this can be regulated.

You can implement easy diet changes, like oatmeal breakfast with Greek yoghurt, sprinkled with nuts, seeds, or nut butter with some berries.

This kind of breakfast contains plant protein, antioxidants, fibre, and healthy fats, and it is a great start to simple diet changes.

Save for later.

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25/02/2026

Meno Belly is a common thing for women going into menopause. 🤷‍♀️

Estrogen levels shift, and that triggers all sorts of changes in the body, and one of them is storing more fat around the belly area.

It can be very frustrating and challenging to get weight without no apparent reason, but with correct mindset, diet, exercise, and herbals, you can support your body through this transition.

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23/02/2026

Have you experienced getting weight but nothing in your diet has changed?

One of the big changes in menopause is gaining weight without no apparent reason.

The way you are eating is the same, but you keep putting weight, especially around tummy area.

So what's happening here?

Due to changes in oestregon hormone, the body is storing more fat and is more sensitive to glucose spikes and stress, and therefore, you can start gaining weight.

The first step would be to implement small changes in daily life, change a bit of a diet, support the body with supplements, and reduce stress.

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28/01/2026

These myths create so much unnecessary fear and self-blame.

The most important truth?
🌿 You are not broken.
🌿 You are not weak.
🌿 You deserve support.

23/01/2026

Let’s take the fear and confusion out of this 💛
Here’s what’s actually happening in perimenopause — in plain English.

Perimenopause usually begins in your 40s (sometimes late 30s) and can last several years before periods stop.

During this time:
🌿 Oestrogen doesn’t simply decline — it fluctuates
One week high, the next low. This affects mood, sleep, skin, joints, and brain function.
🌿 Progesterone drops earlier
This calming hormone supports sleep and nervous system balance — so anxiety and poor sleep often appear first.

21/01/2026

“I don’t feel like myself anymore… and it’s scary.”

Have you had this thought quietly pass through your mind?
You’re more emotional than usual.
Your patience is thinner.
Your confidence feels shaky.
Your body doesn’t respond the way it used to.
And you wonder…
👉 Is this menopause? Or am I losing myself?
Here’s the truth I want you to hear clearly:
🌿 You are not broken.
🌿 You are not weak.
🌿 You are not imagining this.
Perimenopause can affect far more than periods and hot flushes.
It influences your brain, mood, nervous system, sleep, confidence, and sense of self.
Many women tell me they feel:
• Flat or disconnected
• Anxious “for no clear reason”
• Tearful or irritable
• Foggy and unsure of themselves
This isn’t a personal failing.
It’s a hormonal and neurological transition — one that deserves understanding and support.
💛 With the right care, clarity returns.
💛 With the right support, confidence rebuilds.
💛 And yes — you do feel like yourself again.
You’re not losing yourself.
You’re moving through a powerful transition — and you don’t have to do it alone.

If this resonates, pause and take a breath.
Support exists — and help can be personalised. 🌿

01/01/2026

🌟🎇 🌟Happy New Year 2026. 🌟🎇 🌟
May your year be filled with good health, gratitude and happiness.
Love from Handcrafted Health, Sue xx

01/01/2026

01/01/2026

Durbar (royal palace) square is a UNESCO world heritage site. Construction dates from the 3rd century. The final door is that of the Kumari (the embodiment of the living Goddess f the Hindu Goddess, Durga.

25/12/2025

✨Wishing you a safe and happy holiday season from Handcrafted Health ✨

🎄 Merry Christmas 🎄

10/12/2025

Did you know that the brain burns more nutrients during stress?

That means the holiday rush can quietly drain your reserves.

🌿 Focus on foods that soothe your nervous system:
- Whole grains for slow-release energy
- Avocado, nuts & seeds for calming healthy fats
- Magnesium-rich greens for muscle and mind relaxation
- A calm cup of herbal tea to mark the end of the day (think peppermint, chamomile or rooibos)

Breathe, eat slowly, and enjoy the moment, your nervous system will thank you.

23/10/2025

🎙️ PODCAST Let’s Talk Natural Medicine | Expert Insights on Holistic Health & Wellness
Presented by the Australian Traditional Medicine Society, for a powerful and honest conversation about a stage of life that affects every woman—perimenopause.

Whats covered in the episode:

What perimenopause really is (and why it’s so often misunderstood)

Common symptoms like brain fog, anxiety, hot flushes, sleep disturbance, and mood swings

The role of hormonal shifts and how they impact mind and body

Natural therapies and lifestyle changes that can ease the transition and restore balance

Why listening to your body and seeking support can make a huge difference

Sue offers a compassionate, holistic approach that empowers women to navigate this time with confidence, support, and clarity—without feeling dismissed or overwhelmed.

If you’re approaching midlife and feeling unsure about what’s happening to your body, this episode will help you feel seen, heard, and supported with practical, natural solutions.

🎧 Listen now to uncover the truth about perimenopause—and how natural medicine can support your journey
The full episode is via the link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bdqJacV9eEE&list=PLLwKMCh7bIg3lsJaMyHBHyYtX722jlLWx&index=7