Navigating Perimenopause Naturally: A Nutrition-First Approach to Stress, Sleep, and Symptom Relief
If you're in your late 30s - 50s and you're suddenly finding yourself exhausted, foggy-brained, waking up drenched at 3 AM, or feeling like your body is staging a revolt, you're not alone. Perimenopause can feel like someone switched out your body overnight—but here's what I've learned both personally and as a functional wellness coach: your nutrition and lifestyle choices can be your most powerful allies during this transition. Let me share what's actually worked, not just in theory, but in real life. Why Nutrition Matters More Than Ever During perimenopause, fluctuating estrogen and progesterone don't just affect your cycle—they impact everything from your blood sugar regulation to your stress response, sleep quality, and inflammation levels. This is why the same diet that worked in your 20s and 30s might suddenly leave you feeling depleted. The good news? Strategic nutrition can help balance these shifts naturally. The Foundation: Blood Sugar Balance This...