It's the time of year when overwhelm can creep up on you. Those words are flying around in your head that "everything has to be done by Christmas (who knows why??!) and you're struggling to cope. Before you know it or realise what’s going on, it happens. You’re constantly tired, there never seems to be enough hours in the day, brain fog has crept in and you can't think straight. Bang!   

​​GF, DF, Veg When you're in those menopausal years, research shows women benefit from a more plant based diet particularly if you've got belly fat you're trying to shift. Our dietary needs are different to men as we go through this stage. If you're estrogen dominant (think stubborn belly fat and more) then steer clear of soy and dairy, making this recipe perfect. Think a low GI, low acidic diet if menopause symptoms are causing you issues.
Here's an easy dinner, great for mid week, make extra and have leftovers for lunch. Get creative, this is a base recipe and you can add what you have on hand in the fridge.

Have you ever felt like you eat the perfect diet, nourish your body well, work out like there's no tomorrow but still struggle with weight, energy, sleep or other health issues? 
​It’s easy to overlook all of the things in life that contribute to our sense of nourishment and fulfillment. It’s not just the food we eat that affects our health, but all of the other factors present in our daily lives. Healthy relationships, a fulfilling career, regular physical activity, and a spiritual awareness are all essential forms of nourishment. When these are balanced, what you eat becomes secondary. 

I'd always presumed I got headaches due to a lack of coffee, if I'd cut back for example or not had my daily habitual "fix". Turns out, it's a very rare day now that I get a headache. 
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What's made the difference for me? ​It's been six months since I ended my relationship with coffee and had my last one - I admit I'm feeling very pleased with myself!