Perimenopause doesn’t always start with hot flashes. Often, it begins with subtle changes in weight, sleep, cravings, mood, and energy. If you’ve felt “not like yourself” lately, these quiet symptoms might be your hormones whispering for attention. Here’s what to look for — and how to advocate for yourself. Warm, inviting, relatable — perfect to pull readers into the story.

You’re eating clean, exercising, and doing everything right — yet the scale won’t move. I’ve been there too. After my mom’s thyroid misdiagnosis and my own fibroid discovery, I realized how often women are told “it’s just hormones.” Sometimes it is — and sometimes it’s something more. Learn how to talk to your doctor, what tests to ask for, and how natural support can help you feel like yourself again.

Ever wonder why you suddenly crave something you rarely eat — like chocolate, oranges, or salty snacks? Sometimes cravings are emotional, but other times, they’re your body’s way of signaling what it’s missing. In this post, I share how one surprising craving revealed I was low on vitamin C — plus five common cravings women over 40 experience and what your body might actually be asking for.

You’re eating clean, staying consistent, and doing everything “right” — but you’re still hungry all the time. It’s not about willpower or discipline. After 40, hunger is influenced by hormones, nutrients, and how balanced your meals really are. In this post, we’ll break down the five most common reasons women stay hungry even when eating healthy — and how to fix it with protein, rhythm, and the right macro balance.