Willow Menopause Therapy

28/10/2023

Medicinal herbs are just one of many treatment options of balancing hormones.

26/10/2023

A simple 5 minute pose that can help reduce anxiety & stress.

Don't forget to take to take some time out for yourself.

25/10/2023

Now available at Willow Menopause Therapy are some highly rated supplements and self help remedies for many of the common perimenopause/menopause symptoms.

23/10/2023

I have received this little therapeutic magnet from LaBalance.life to try out.

This two piece magnet has shown to help with many symptoms associated with PMT and menopause.

Magnet therapy has been used for thousands of years by many cultures and it is thought that it restores equilibrium to the autonomic nervous system so minimises the various symptoms.

I am currently on day 2 so it's early days, I will be keeping a record of each day so will keep you updated to how this goes!

21/10/2023

18/10/2023

If anyone is looking for one to one coaching to help their own perimenopause or menopause transition then remember that this is a service that I offer.

You can book a confidential session to discuss symptoms and lifestyle. We can also talk about solutions and tips to overcome any difficulties that you're going through. Advice for a natural approach or HRT is given and you will leave feeling empowered and positive.

13/10/2023

Increasing oestrogen levels naturally can also be done through dietary choices.

Phytoestrogens are plant based compounds have a similar chemical structure to oestrogen and may mimic its hormonal actions. Foods that are high in phytoestrogens include soybeans, flaxseeds, chickpeas and lentils.

A diet rich in fruits and vegetables can also regulate hormone levels and overall health.

Try this easy quinoa pancake recipe which is also vegan and gluten free.

240g quinoa flour (I get mine from buywholefoodsonline website)
360ml almond milk
1 tbsp ground flaxseeds
2 tbsp maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
coconut oil for frying

serve with fresh fruit for a simple lunch

12/10/2023

Managing stress is really important throughout our lifetime but even more so during perimenopause and menopause. High stress levels can disrupt hormonal balance so practicing stress-reduction techniques like meditation, yoga or deep breathing is highly recommended.

Sometimes, we may make excuses not to try or practice these tools so I'd like to suggest a free app called Insight Timer which has made it much easier for myself to partake in this kind of mindfulness.

There are lots of guided meditations and you can narrow down to your choice how long you would like to practice, from 5 minutes up to 30+ minutes. There are even live yoga classes that you can join at all times of the day to suit you.

07/10/2023

Still got one of these! 😂

06/10/2023

Struggle to get to sleep or stay asleep at night?

Try this easy, natural drink!

Add 2 banana skins to a pan of hot water and boil for 5 minutes. Strain the water into a mug and enjoy a cup of banana tea in the evening for a well rested night of sleep! If you don't want to eat a banana or two then you can cut them up and freeze for making a smoothie at a later date.

How does this work?

Bananas contain:
Magnesium - maintains human sleep cycles and vital for many bodily functions
Potassium - an electrolyte that research has shown if not enough is consumed then especially women can suffer with poor sleep quality
Tryptophan - an amino acid that is used to regulate sleep