Virginia Richardson Nutrition

14/11/2025

The gut and hormones are best friends — when one’s out of sync, the other follows.

A balanced gut supports oestrogen metabolism, mood and energy levels — key for perimenopause and menopause.

When digestion slows or bloating becomes frequent, it’s your body asking for a reset.

✨ Join my Winter Reset Programme in December to restore this gut–hormone harmony naturally.

Follow for more gut + hormone insights!

12/11/2025

Comfort food doesn’t have to derail your health goals.

Slow-cooked stews, warming spices, root veg and fermented sides — these are the foods that comfort and repair.

Supporting your gut through winter means choosing foods that soothe inflammation and stabilise energy.

My Winter Reset includes gut-loving recipes that bring back both warmth and balance.

10/11/2025

Your immune system doesn’t live in your medicine cabinet — it lives in your gut.

Around 70% of immune cells reside in the digestive tract, learning how to protect you from the inside out. When your gut is balanced, you’re better equipped to handle winter bugs, fatigue and stress.

This December, I’ll guide you through my Winter Reset Programme — nourishing your gut, your energy and your immunity with seasonal, satisfying food.

❄️ Starts soon — message me RESET for details.

05/11/2025

November Newsletter Out Now! ❄️💚

This month’s issue is all about building resilience through winter — with simple nutrition tips, mood-boosting habits, and a warming Ginger & Carrot Immunity Soup recipe!

Plus, find out more about my Winter Reset programme, starting 1st December — the perfect way to recharge before the festive season.

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03/11/2025

Great idea - do you do something similar? I’d also add turmeric root to this and a little black pepper.

27/10/2025

Just wrapped up day one of the Nourish & Flourish 2 week online course! We dove into perimenopause, set goals, and tracked symptoms. Excited for the journey ahead! 🤩

21/10/2025

18/10/2025

What an incredible afternoon we had at The Happy Menopause Workshop today 💕

It was such a joy to welcome a wonderful group of women and spend time exploring how nutrition, lifestyle and movement can make a real difference during perimenopause and menopause.

From our nutrition session and Pilates class to meditation, skincare session, facial massage and plenty of delicious hormone-supportive treats, the atmosphere was warm, supportive and full of shared experiences.

Thank you so much to everyone who came — your openness, questions and conversations made the workshop truly special. 🌿

If you missed out this time, don’t worry — there will be more events coming soon to support you on your menopause journey. 💫 Stay tuned for the next date!

08/10/2025

Hot flushes, low mood, brain fog, bloating or poor sleep? You’re not alone — and you can start feeling better.

There are just a few spaces left for my Happy Menopause Workshop on Saturday 18th October, 1–4 pm at MI Studio, Cockermouth.

Join me for an afternoon of expert nutrition guidance, Pilates, relaxation and practical tips to help you understand what’s happening in your body — and how to support it naturally.

💷 £57 includes refreshments, recipes, notes & a goody bag.
🌸 Don’t wait — this is your chance to take back control and start feeling like you again.

02/10/2025

Did you know fibre is one of the most powerful tools for women in perimenopause?

Here’s why ⤵️
✅ Helps remove excess oestrogen → easing PMS, heavy periods & bloating
✅ Keeps blood sugar steady → less cravings, better energy & mood
✅ Feeds your gut bacteria → supports digestion, immunity & hormones

💡 Target: Around 30g per day

👉 Example Day (~32g fibre):
🍓 Breakfast: Overnight oats with chia & raspberries (14g)
🥗 Lunch: Lentil & spinach salad with tahini (10g)
🍏 Snack: Apple + almonds (6g)
🐟 Dinner: Salmon + broccoli + quinoa (4g)

Inside my Nourish and Flourish Course, you’ll take part in a fun “Fibre Challenge” — designed to help you see and feel the benefits within just a few days.

🌿 Ready to join the challenge? Secure your spot in the Nourish & Flourish Course today — email info@virginiarichardson.co.uk.

01/10/2025

Bloating isn’t just annoying — it’s your body’s way of telling you your gut needs some TLC. 🌿

Here are 3 quick fixes you can try today:
☕ Peppermint tea
🚶 A gentle 10–15 min walk
💨 Deep belly breathing

✨ Inside the Perimenopause Reset Course - Nourish & Flourish (starting 27th October), we go deeper into gut health and hormone balance — plus you’ll get meal plans, symptom trackers, and fun challenges to keep you motivated.

👉 Ready to feel less bloated and more balanced? Join us — email info@virginiarichardson.co.uk.

30/09/2025

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Feel better from the inside out. Gut health, Pilates, and nutrition support for energy, clarity, and balance. Led by BANT therapist Virginia Richardson.