GLP-1 medications can be highly effective for weight loss, but they don’t replace the need for good nutrition. How you eat during – and after – treatment plays an important role in preserving muscle, supporting metabolic health and maintaining results long term.

Ageing is not simply a process of time passing. Research suggests it is shaped by changes in metabolic, immune and inflammatory systems — many of which are influenced by how we live. Midlife offers a valuable opportunity to support these systems and influence how we age.

Alzheimer’s has long been thought of as a disease of the brain. But emerging research suggests its origins may lie in the body – particularly in metabolic and immune health. This shifts the focus toward prevention and the role of everyday habits.

Fatigue is common during perimenopause, but it’s not always just hormonal. Iron deficiency is often overlooked and can significantly affect energy, concentration and overall wellbeing – making it an important area to address.

Calcium becomes increasingly important in midlife as bone density begins to decline, yet nutrition data shows 91.2% of women aged 51–70 are not meeting their requirements. Understanding how to include enough calcium in your daily diet becomes an important step in supporting long-term bone health.