Donna Peters Nutrition

17/02/2026

I’m genuinely over the moon to have been invited back to speak at the NHS Menopause Support Group.

It’s always a privilege to deliver these sessions — but when they ask you to come back and do it again, it really does mean a lot.

This time I’ll be talking about Nutrition for Hormone Balance — an online presentation followed by a live Q&A. I love this format because it gives women the space to ask real, honest questions about what they’re actually experiencing.

As a registered nutritional therapist specialising in women’s health (and navigating my own menopause journey), I see every day how much hormonal shifts can affect energy, mood, sleep, digestion and confidence. So many women are still left trying to figure it out on their own.

Nutrition isn’t about perfection or rigid plans. It’s about small, realistic changes that genuinely support the body through transition.

Alongside the session, I’ll be putting together a practical fact sheet and recipe pack — because I want women to leave feeling empowered, not overwhelmed.
Education is important, but knowing how to put it into practice is what really makes the difference.

It’s brilliant to see organisations like the NHS creating supportive spaces for women at this stage of life. This is exactly the kind of workplace conversation we need more of.

If you’re looking to support the women in your organisation with evidence-based, practical nutrition education, I’d love to chat.

I deliver online and in-person sessions including:

• Menopause & hormone health workshops
• Lunch & Learn sessions
• Drop-in clinics
• Longer-term wellbeing programmes
• Corporate health screening

Let’s make corporate wellness personal.

Feel free to message me directly or email contact@donnapetersnutrition.com to discuss how I can support your team.

04/02/2026

Every meal is an opportunity to support your health… or quietly work against it. Low energy and mood, poor sleep, bloating? How are your food choices impacting you?

This was my breakfast today:

🥣 Porridge
🫐 Berries
🌰 Pumpkin seeds + ground flax

Simple, but nutritionally balanced — protein, fibre and healthy fats to support blood sugar, digestion and hormone health as a woman in perimenopause.

This isn’t about perfection or “eating clean”.

It’s about understanding what your body needs right now and making small, realistic choices that add up over time.

Most of the women I work with are already eating fairly well — but still struggle with low energy, stubborn weight gain, poor sleep, mood changes or gut issues.

The missing piece is usually personalisation.

If you’re in your 40s+ and feel like your body has changed but no one explained the rules, my 1:1 nutrition programme is designed exactly for this stage of life. DM me for a chat to find out more.

03/02/2026

My heart is full because my client is flying. She's followed the plan despite having a huge job and family to juggle, and she's seeing and feeling the results in just 4 weeks.

✅ Lots more energy.
✅ The brain fog has cleared.
✅ Her digestion has improved, and the bloating has gone.
✅ Reduced joint pain.

We undertook some testing at the start of this 12-week programme, which identified several imbalances. Very low vitamin D and iron levels, which we were able to address.

The power of good nutrition, personalised to the individual, never fails to amaze me.

If you're struggling despite trying to eat well, something else may be going on. If you would like a chat to see if working together could help, drop me a message.

Photo - Today, ready for our Zoom call 🙂

02/02/2026

The Black Copper Marans have started laying

14/01/2026

Running a business is hard! Some days you’re buzzing with ideas, other days it feels like you’re carrying the weight of it all, and you're doubting yourself. That’s why I created The Female Founders Box – a power-packed toolkit of much-needed support to help you thrive while building your business.

Inside you’ll find beautiful products from premium brands, including a social media planner and productivity pad to keep you organised, a gold pen to make those big ideas feel special, and a beautiful scented candle to spark focus and clarity. There’s also a B Complex supplement for steady energy, an adaptogenic blend with ashwagandha to build resilience, a calming pulse point roller for moments of stress, and soothing bath salts for when the laptop finally closes.

Because you can’t pour from an empty cup – staying well is the only way to keep driving forward to hit those business goals.

There's also a downloadable guide full of expert tips to help you prioritise your health and well-being, alongside building your dream.

Ready to gift yourself (or another founder) the reminder that wellbeing matters just as much as work?

Worth over £145 - Yours for £95

Explore The Female Founders Box at www.thenourishandflourishbox.co.uk

14/01/2026

Menopause can be a huge transition — and for many women, it feels a lot (putting it mildly). Hot flushes, poor sleep, weight gain, low mood, dips in energy… I hear it every day in my clinic. And I’ve lived it myself, too.

That’s exactly why I created the Nourish + Flourish Menopause Box — to offer evidence-led self-care, alongside comforting little rituals that help to recharge your battery, leaving you feeling calmer, more balanced and cared for.

Inside our most popular box, you’ll find:

- A menopause-specific supplement
- Magnesium sleep butter
- Rose facial mist
- A soothing herbal tea
- A luxury candle
- A Well-being Journal & beautiful china mug

Plus, a free Menopause Wellness Guide packed with practical nutrition, lifestyle and self-care tips.

Menopause isn’t about pushing through — it’s about giving yourself the right support.

Perfect as a gift (or a much-needed treat for yourself).

Find out more right here - www.thenourishandflourishbox.co.uk

13/01/2026

Sleep is the foundation of good health — yet it’s often the first thing to unravel when life gets busy. So many of my clients struggle with sleep; these are the issues I hear most in clinic:

- I can’t switch off
- My thoughts race as soon as my head hits the pillow
- Bedtime has become stressful
- 3 am anxiety is becoming the norm
- I struggle to wake up when the alarm goes off

I get it — I went through the same thing when I entered perimenopause. It was horrendous! But experiencing it firsthand showed me exactly how to help. So rather than just talking about sleep hygiene, I created the 'Sleep Box' — a luxurious self-care box designed to help you develop the perfect wind-down routine.

Inside, you’ll find gentle, evidence-led support and soothing self-care, including:

- A premium magnesium-based sleep supplement
- A beautiful silk eye mask to block out light
- A calming herbal night-time tea
- Himalayan bath salts
- A soy wax candle with lavender & bergamot
- An evening gratitude journal

Plus, a free downloadable Good Sleep Guide with expert tips on stress, hormones, nutrition, and creating a calmer bedtime routine.

It’s not about doing more — it’s about creating a restful, nurturing transition from day to night.

Perfect if you struggle to sleep and want a realistic, soothing bedtime routine.

Beautifully packaged and available as a one-off purchase, it’s an ideal gift — for yourself or someone who really needs better sleep.

Because when sleep improves, everything else feels more manageable.

Check it out here: www.thenourishandflourishbox.co.uk

07/01/2026

A small lesson from the hen house this morning.

While the snow covers the majority of the Yorkshire Coast, they’re tucked up warm, unhurried, and exactly where they need to be.

Gentle living isn’t laziness — it’s sustainable.

It’s knowing when to protect your energy, when to rest, and when not to push through for the sake of it.

In business and in life, we’re often encouraged to keep going no matter the season. But real resilience comes from honouring our natural rhythms — slowing down when needed so we can show up stronger later.

A little reminder that warmth, rest, and boundaries aren’t indulgent — they’re essential.

Meet the chickens - L-R... Pinky, Goldie Hawn, Perky and Fred.

05/01/2026

A very snowy North Yorkshire Coast.

Full of gratitude for today’s view from my front door.

05/01/2026

27/12/2025

NEW BLOG POST -
The Secret to Weight Loss in Perimenopause
by registered Nutritional Therapist, Donna Peters
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Midlife weight gain isn’t about calories alone; it's much more complicated than that.

From hormonal shifts to stress, sleep disruption, insulin resistance, gut health, and gradual muscle loss — your body changes in ways the old “eat less, move more” rules don’t account for.

If losing weight feels impossible, it’s really not your fault.

Midlife weight gain is rarely about willpower; it’s about understanding and supporting your changing body.

In my latest blog, I break down why traditional approaches stop working and what actually helps women in perimenopause and beyond — from blood sugar balance and supportive movement to hormone-friendly nutrition, gut health, and sleep strategies.

Your body isn’t broken — it just needs a smarter, science-backed approach.

Read the full article here - https://www.donnapetersnutrition.co.uk/single-post/the-secret-to-safe-weight-loss-in-perimenopause

24/12/2025

Here we are on Christmas Eve 🎄

For many women I work with, today is a real mix — excitement, tiredness, last-minute jobs, family logistics… and food absolutely everywhere.

So this is your gentle reminder, from a nutritionist who specialises in women’s health and perimenopause: please don’t beat yourself up over Christmas food. A few (or let’s be honest, several) mince pies are not going to undo your health, “wreck your hormones”, or mean you’ve failed in some way.

Perimenopause is already a phase where your body is more sensitive to stress, poor sleep and blood sugar wobbles. Adding guilt, restriction, or that familiar “I’ll just be good again in January” mindset only pushes cortisol higher — and that’s far more disruptive to hormones than a festive treat ever will be.

Food at Christmas is about nourishment and enjoyment. It’s connection, tradition, comfort and pleasure — all things that genuinely matter for wellbeing, especially at this stage of life. Enjoy the foods you love. Eat slowly when you can. Tune into how you feel. But please don’t chase perfection — it’s not necessary and it’s not kind.

If there’s one thing to gently prioritise over the next few days, it’s rest. Sleep where possible. Get some daylight. Drink water. Add protein when you can. And allow your nervous system to ease, even briefly. These small foundations support your hormones far more effectively than trying to “control” Christmas.

From me to you, I wish you a Christmas that feels calm, nourishing and restorative — not pressured or full of guilt.

And if this season has highlighted just how tired or out of balance you’ve been feeling, know that support is there — and January doesn’t need to start with punishment.

Photo Credit - Donna Peters