05/08/2026
Do you hit a wall around 3 PM, reaching for another cup of tea/coffee or searching the pantry for something sweet just to push through the rest of the afternoon?
If so, you are in very good company!
During perimenopause, changing oestrogen and progesterone levels naturally alter how our cells respond to insulin. This simply means our blood sugar can spike and dip more quickly than it used to, leaving us feeling suddenly fatigued, brain-fogged, or cranky by mid-afternoon.
It isn’t a lack of willpower, and it certainly isn't something you just have to put up with. It is simply your body letting you know it needs a steady, reliable fuel source.
One simple, daily habit shift: Prioritise a palm-sized portion of protein at breakfast.
Adding eggs, Greek yoghurt, h**p seeds, or a quality protein powder to your morning routine helps smooth out those blood sugar curves. It keeps your energy stable, supports neurotransmitter production, and protects you from that classic afternoon crash.
Small, consistent tweaks to your daily food can make a world of difference to how you feel operating out here in regional QLD.
🌸 Amanda Mullemeister and I will be sharing practical, low-fuss nutrition strategies like this at The Perimenopause Workshop in Emerald. We break down the biochemistry into simple, delicious steps you can use straight away.
🗓️ Saturday, 12th September 2026 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 The Boardroom, The HUB, Emerald
🎟️ Reserve your seat ($127 + fee): https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-perimenopause-workshop-saturday-12th-september-2026-tickets-1993406114349?aff=oddtdtcreator
