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You’re already doing so many of the right things. You move your body, you try to eat well, you take your supplements. You care deeply about your health—and it shows. You’ve had the formula that worked in your 20s and 30s. But now, your body is asking for something different. It’s not about doing more—it’s about doing what works now.

You, you’re ahead of the curve. Just by being here looking for this information I already know that about you. What you need is updated tools to match the work you’re already putting in. It’s not about doing more—it’s about refining your formula to move the needle with ease instead of so much effort.

It’s time to stop serving your past self and start supporting your highest self.

Most health advice wasn’t written for women in midlife. And chances are, you’re operating from outdated information that no longer works for your body. That’s why the first step isn’t to overhaul everything. It’s to understand what’s shifting underneath the surface—and how to support your body with the right foundations.

If you’re over 35, your hormones are changing. That’s not something to fear. It’s something to work with. At 48, and in full menopause for over a year, I’m here to tell you it gets SO GOOD! When you start working with your evolving hormones, you unlock the strength, vibrancy, and energy that’s always been yours for the taking.

Here are the five most important (but often overlooked) areas that influence your hormone health every single day:

1. Gut Health

Your gut isn’t just for digestion—it’s home to the estrobolome, a collection of gut bacteria that helps regulate estrogen. A dysfunctional gut can lead to estrogen dominance, inflammation, and even mood issues. Supporting your gut with diverse plant foods and regular bowel movements (adequate hydration is key) is the first step to balanced hormones.

Tip: Count your plants. Aim for 30 unique plants a week. They all count. Herbs, veggies, fruits, legumes, nuts, seeds. Figure out where you’re at and try to add a few new ones each week. And if you’re not pooping 1-3 times a day every day, consider adding this first thing in the morning.

2. Blood Sugar Stability

When your blood sugar spikes and crashes all day long, it throws off your insulin levels—and insulin is a major player in hormone balance. Stable blood sugar supports metabolism, reduces inflammation, and prevents the hormonal rollercoaster.

Tip: Eat breakfast within 60 minutes of waking up and make it savory. Aim for 10-12g of fiber and 30-40g of protein. Not sure how to calculate that, download the HolistiCalie app and use the meal log feature. You can photograph your meals or type in the ingredients and it will calculate for you AND give you tips to make the meal more blood sugar and hormone friendly.

3. Nervous System Regulation

If your body doesn’t feel safe, your hormones won’t work properly. Chronic stress keeps you in fight-or-flight mode, disrupting everything from cortisol to ovulation. Simple daily practices can help calm your nervous system and restore balance.

Tip: My go to recommendations that my private clients swear by, 1 min of box breathing before meals. It supports enhanced digestion and nutrient absorption for better gut health while also moving your nervous system back into a state of calm. If you already downloaded the HolistiCalie app, you can create morning and evening routines for nervous system regulation that match your schedule whether you have 1 min or 20 min there’s something for everyone. The routines are free to anyone who downloads the app. No subscription required.

4. The Rhythms of Your Cycle

Whether you still have a period or not, your body is cyclical—not linear. Understanding the four phases of your cycle helps you sync your nutrition, movement, and energy to what your hormones are doing, so you start working with your body. I promise you, when you get this piece, you won’ believe how much more ease and flow you find your day to day life. You’ll feel more creative, more fun, and maybe even more interested in intimacy when you stop trying to force the wrong energy at the wrong time of the month.

Tip: If you no longer have a bleed, use the date of the last new moon as your day 1 to create a cycle rhythm for yourself. Yes, there’s a cycle tracker in the HolistiCalie app. Obviously if I’m going to build something to help you with your hormone optimization it’s got to cover these important foundations 🙂 Use it to get gentle daily and weekly updates on your energy, what to expect, nutrition and movement tips plus energetic/rest needs.

5. Mindset & Expectations

What you believe about midlife matters. If you expect to feel awful, you’ll look for symptoms. If you choose to define midlife as old age, you’ll feel old. But when you shift your mindset and start making aligned, supportive choices, your body responds.

This season of life isn’t about shrinking—it’s about expanding. Midlife is magnetic. Our brains literally begin to shift with declining estrogen—reducing people-pleasing tendencies and helping us care less about external approval. Confidence rises. Clarity sharpens. This is the era of becoming unapologetically you.

Fun Fact: Did you know the average age of a female CEO is 51? Or that many women start their most successful businesses after 45? This is a time of reinvention and redefinition. You’re no longer proving yourself—you’re becoming yourself. Start telling yourself: Midlife Gets To Be Magnetic!

You don’t need more pressure. You need more alignment. When your health practices match your phase of life, everything feels more doable. That’s not just inspiring—it’s science-backed, soul-led strategy.

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When these five areas are working together, your hormones have a foundation to thrive. And when one is off, it can trigger a cascade of symptoms that feel impossible to pin down.

That’s exactly what we address inside The Hormone Garage—my signature course for women ready to take back control of their health without overwhelm.

Ready to go deeper? Check out the full course details here.