Paula Fenegan Nutrition Support for Your Midlife Years
It’s an unfortunate fact of life, for many women, that the menopause transition can bring on bloating, digestive problems, sleep issues, depression and much more.These can continue postmenopause. However, your 50s can be the best decade yet!
As a Nutritionist, I know from my own personal experience the effects good nutrition can have on your symptoms. Whether that’s combating bloating, weight gain, brain fog or the constant tiredness. How we support our bodies during those midlife ‘menopause’ years can have a profound effect on our future ageing.
I specialise in providing nutrition support for women in their 50s, who want to regain their energy and vitality and don’t want to dispappear into the background.
I use an approach that looks at you holistically, so that I can see your current state of health and what may be driving your symptoms.
We then work together to create a plan that works for you, that fits into your already busy life. No hard diets, just eating real food that will support your body at this transition.
I am based in Honiton East Devon. Consultations can also be online via Zoom.
Midlife Rebalance 12 Week Guided Programme
Because this stage of life should feel powerful, energised and full of possibility.
Imagine waking up with more energy, feeling confident in your body again and finally understanding what your body needs in this stage of life.
This 12 week guided wellness experience is designed for women in midlife who want to feel healthier, lighter and more in control of their wellbeing.
The programme is built around four key pillars that support lasting health and vitality, nutrition, movement, self care and mindset. Together we focus on the foundations that make the biggest difference, nourishing your body with the right foods, moving in ways that support strength and energy, creating space for restorative self care and developing a mindset that supports lasting change.
What you will receive
• Nutritional guidance tailored for midlife wellbeing
• Simple, nourishing recipes and practical shopping advice
• Practical advice on exercise and movement to build strength and maintain energy
• One to one health coaching support
• Regular Zoom sessions for guidance, motivation and accountability
By the end of the programme you will feel more energised, more confident in your body and equipped with practical tools to support your wellbeing for the years ahead.
£595
The Midlife Shift
A supportive 4 week online programme
Imagine feeling calmer, sleeping more deeply and having steadier energy throughout the day, with a clearer understanding of what your body needs in midlife.
Midlife Refresh is a supportive four week online group programme designed to help you better understand your changing hormones and take simple, practical steps to improve how you feel each day.
Together we focus on the areas that make the biggest difference to your wellbeing, including balanced nutrition, managing stress, improving sleep, supporting digestive health and understanding the most beneficial ways to move your body in midlife.
These sessions run throughout the year and provide a supportive space to learn, reflect and begin making positive changes to your health and wellbeing.
What you will receive
• Four supportive online group sessions
• Guidance on nutrition, stress management, sleep and digestive health
• Practical advice on movement that supports your body in midlife
• Access to a private Facebook community between sessions
• An eBook of nourishing recipes designed for midlife
By the end of the programme you will feel more informed, more supported and more confident about the steps you can take to improve your wellbeing in midlife.
For some women this programme is a helpful starting point before moving on to the more in depth Midlife Rebalance programme.
£149
Groups run throughout the year and places are limited to keep the programme supportive and personal.
The Importance of Nutrition in Menopause & Postmenopause
The hormonal changes of menopause can affect your mood, bones, and energy levels. A healthy diet packed with essential nutrients can help you manage these shifts and thrive.
- Balance Hormones Naturally: Foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, phytoestrogens (like soya), and magnesium can help reduce hormonal imbalances.
- Maintain a Healthy Weight: High-fibre foods, lean proteins, and wholegrains keep you feeling full and energised.
- Support Bone Health: Calcium and vitamin D are key to keeping bones strong and reducing the risk of osteoporosis.
- Protect Your Heart: Antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables support cardiovascular health, which is especially important during menopause
Why Gut Health is Essential for Women in Midlife
Your gut health influences nearly every part of your wellbeing, especially during the menopause transition. Often called the ‘second brain,’ the gut impacts hormone regulation, mood and immunity The gut and brain are connected by a nerve called the Vagus Nerve
- Hormone Metabolism: A healthy gut microbiome plays a role in breaking down and managing oestrogen, reducing common menopause symptoms.
- Boost Immunity: Gut-friendly foods such as live yoghurts and fibre-rich vegetables promote a healthy immune system.
- Improve Mood: The connection between the gut and brain (the gut-brain axis) means better digestion can help reduce stress and improve mental clarity.
Gut health is important in order to help the body to absorb any HRT that you may be taking. This system is only two thin layers of more than 100 million nerve cells lining your gastrointestinal tract from top to bottom.
It is home to a diverse number of gut bacteria, that work with your body to create your neurotransmitters. In fact, 95% of your serotonin,the happy hormone, which influences your mood and GI activity, is created in the gut by bacteria. They also create chemicals that help both with physical and mental processes such as learning, memory and mood.
Clever little critters eh!
“A happy gut,equals a happy mind and body. It’s as easy as putting the right foods in your mouth.”
