Part 3: Bone, sleep & key nutrients in menopause Perimenopause and menopause can bring hot flushes, mood changes, and sleep disruption but theres also a quieter side of this transition: bone density changes, shifts in muscle mass, and the way sleep and metabolism start to influence each other.At Deep Water Medicine, we approach menopause support […]
Part 2: Heart health & blood sugar in menopause (what changes, what helps) If you’re in perimenopause or menopause and noticing weight shifting to the middle, cholesterol creeping up, or blood sugar becoming less stable, youre not imagining it.Hormonal changes during the menopausal transition can influence lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides), insulin sensitivity, visceral fat, and […]
PART 1: WHY MENOPAUSE CHANGES METABOLISM & WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT Menopause is a real physiological transition that can change how your body uses energy, how hungry you feel, and where you store fat.We see many women in their 40s, 50s and beyond who feel like their body has suddenly started playing by different […]
This blog summarises a case report I wrote to explore what may have contributed to a successful pregnancy, review clinical decision‑making, and outline practical considerations for integrating biomedicine and Chinese medicine in fertility care. Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine condition and a frequent presentation in fertility clinics. In Australia, PCOS is estimated […]
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When we talk about the “folate trap” in fertility and pregnancy, the key idea is that it’s not only about taking nutrients, it’s about whether your body can absorb, convert, and use them effectively. This matters even more in preconception and early pregnancy, when the body is doing a lot of building: healthy blood cells, […]
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Emotional safety and quality relationships help us feel cared for and nurtured, and a strong foundation is just as important in motherhood as it is anywhere else. Especially as birth marks the entry into family life. By the time our first daughter, Finae, arrived, we had cycled through four doctors and two midwives. Each decision […]
Understanding the Overlap As women now live a third of their lives after menopause, optimising health during this time is increasingly important. While hot flushes, insomnia, and mood changes are well-known menopausal symptoms, joint pain—especially frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis, AC)—is also common but less often discussed. Research estimates that 2–5% of the population experience AC, […]
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If you live on the Fleurieu, you know that wine is more than just a drink—it’s part of the landscape, the culture, and the rhythm of our community. From the rolling vineyards of McLaren Vale to the coast, wine, craft beer, and gin are woven into our celebrations, our meals, and our social lives. But […]
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I first visited the Fleurieu eleven years ago, on a sun-drenched November day with temperatures soaring into the thirties. I was absolutely wooed by the place—its wild beaches, rolling hills, and the vibrant sense of community. It was love at first sight. I returned to my old home, packed my bags, and came back to […]
The small choices you make each day—moving your body, nourishing yourself, connecting with others, seeking support—begin to add up. Over decades, these habits pay dividends, supporting you through the transition and beyond. When I was in my twenties, I spent my Saturday mornings in the college library with Cameron, a vibrant lecturer in her late […]
We all have our own idea of what it means to live well, and that vision evolves as we age. Our unique blend of genetics, behaviour, environment, medical care, and even socioeconomic factors all play a part. No one likes being told what to do, especially when it comes to our health. But as Werner […]
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