My Natural Midlife Wellness Journey
See and Feel Real Results After 50
Hi, I’m Izzy. I’m 59 - and I’ve spent years as my own human guinea pig, testing supplements, natural remedies, hormone strategies, gut protocols, and every trending health solution for women over 40… so you don’t have to.
If you’re a woman over 40 who wants to stay slim, feel energised, balance hormones naturally, and still enjoy life - you’re in the right place.
Because yes - you can lose weight after 40 without extreme dieting.
Yes - you can support menopause symptoms naturally.
And yes - you can feel vibrant without giving up fun.
We talk about the real midlife struggles:
Poor sleep and night waking
Migraines and hormonal headaches
Brain fog and that “fuzzy head” feeling
Histamine sensitivity and gut issues
Stress overload and nervous system burnout
Here, you’ll find practical, honest experiments with supplements, natural health protocols, bioidentical hormones, gut healing strategies, and lifestyle shifts that actually move the needle.
No hype. No perfection. Just real results - tested on a real 59-year-old woman navigating midlife health.
If you want sustainable weight loss after 40, better sleep, clearer thinking, calmer digestion, and balanced energy- while still enjoying your coffee, your social life, and your sense of humour - start exploring.
Because midlife isn’t the beginning of decline. It’s the beginning of doing it smarter.
My Wellness Journal 2026
Follow my 2026 health and wellness journal as I share the real-life experiments, successes, setbacks and discoveries on my journey to better health. From gut healing and healthy ageing to nutrition, exercise and natural remedies, I'll tell you honestly what's worked for me—and what hasn't.
Why Self-Discipline Is the Real Key to Losing Weight After 40
Struggling to Stick with Your Goals?
If you’ve ever set big goals only to fall off track within days, you’re not alone. Building self-discipline is difficult.
This free 30-Day Self-Discipline Challenge uses proven psychology to help you.
Schisandra Benefits for Women Over 40
Natural Energy by Day, Night Sweat Relief by Night
Schisandra is a powerful adaptogen for women over 40 that boosts energy, sharpens focus, and lifts your mood during the day—while easing night sweats and promoting better sleep at night. It really works for me.
Candida Symptoms You Might Be Ignoring (And What to Do About Them)
Struggling with Candida, Histamine intolerance, or both? Discover my step by step protocol I follow to support gut healing and reduce die-off symptoms. Designed for women over 40 navigating fatigue, bloating, brain fog, and hormone imbalances.
Organic vs. Non-Organic: What’s Worth It & Why It Matters
Is Organic Food Better? What to Buy Organic & Why It Matters Especially to Women.
Adaptogenic herbs for menopause and beyond
Balance your mood, hormones, and stress naturally with adaptogenic herbs like Ashwagandha and Maca—perfect for women navigating menopause.
How to Stop Recurring UTIs (Without Antibiotics or Drama)
How I stopped chronic urine infections naturally — and what every woman should know about healing UTIs for good. One simple solution.
My Wellness JOURNAL 2025
Check out my JOURNAL and what supplements, gadgets, routines I’m experimenting with. No filters, no fluff—just what’s working (or not!).
Feeling Low? Natural Remedies for Depression, Anxiety, and Emotional Healing
When depression hits I call out the big guns that take 1 or 2 days to kick in with no side effects. It’s magic!
Hormone Balance After 40 - Menopause Relief
Hot flushes, night sweats, weight gain, mood swings, brain fog, headaches ….it doesn’t have to be that way. This is how I solved my menopause symptoms.
Feeling Emotionally Drained?
Feeling overwhelmed once in a while? Emotionally drained? I know these feelings well. This is what works for me…
Healthy breakfast
Ever felt you couldn’t find a breakfast that’s healthy AND tasty? It took me decades to find it…
I Thought My Night Sweats Were Menopause… They Weren't.
Histamine dump at night affects a lot of women in their 40`s and 50`s and can be confused with menopause insomnia.
Exercise After 50: Why I Feel Better in My 60s Than I Did in My 40s
I've never been a fitness fanatic, but I've always loved to dance. From the occasional tennis match, salsa and ballroom, I now have to do much more to keep fit. This is my journey to staying fit and healthy in my 60s.
Weight Loss After 40: Menopause Belly Fat & Metabolism Reset
This is what I do for menopause weight loss and maintenance to keep extra pounds from creeping on. It also works for losing them steadily.
Perimenopause & Menopause Insomnia: 3 A.M. Wake-Ups, Night Sweats & Cortisol Spikes
Sleeping well is a big thing for me. In my early 50’s I had a routine that helped but now I have changed it. My nights have improved dramatically.