Lifestyle Medicine

Health made simple.
| The latest in Lifestyle Medicine, from us to you

Lifestyle Medicine articles

To get the latest articles by email as soon as they land, sign up to our newsletter.

  • All articles
  • Nutrition
  • Health conditions
  • Menopause
  • Stress management
  • Sleep
  • Being active
  • Healthy habits
  • woman laying on bed

    Why We Can’t Switch Off –

    If you’ve ever struggled to get to sleep at night, you’re not alone. Insomnia is becoming increasingly common in modern life, quietly affecting millions of people behind closed doors. Many people experience restless nights, difficulty falling asleep, or waking in…

    Annelies Basten
    May 24, 2026
  • brown and white heart shaped hanging ornament

    Stronger, Healthier, Happier: Your Ultimate Guide to Weight Management In Peri/Menopause

    Are you in perimenopause or menopause and suddenly finding your weight more challenging? Maybe the scales are creeping up, your body shape is changing, or what used to “work” just… doesn’t anymore. If that sounds familiar—you’re not alone. Unwanted weight…

    Dr Marissa Kelaher
    April 17, 2026
  • woman in white tank top

    What If It’s Not Just Hormones?

    Understanding The Missing Pieces of Perimenopause Perimenopause is often spoken about as a purely hormonal story. But for many women, that explanation alone doesn’t fully capture what’s happening in their bodies. Yes, shifting levels of oestrogen and progesterone play an…

    Dr Marissa Kelaher
    April 7, 2026
  • assorted-color lear hanging decor

    Setting Intentions: How Clarity, Emotion, and Science Merge to Create Change

    In a world that constantly pulls our attention outward—towards productivity metrics, comparison, and external expectations—it’s easy to feel disconnected from what truly matters to us. Many people sense that they want change, yet struggle to translate that desire into sustained…

    Dr Marissa Kelaher
    February 6, 2026
  • Optimise Your Health Through Perimenopause and Beyond.

      Are you in your late 30s, 40s, or 50s and noticing that your body—and life—feel a bit more complicated than before? You’re not alone. Hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menopause bring profound changes, yet these stages are rarely discussed…

    Dr Marissa Kelaher
    January 31, 2026
  • How to thrive, not just survive, this festive season

    It’s that time of year that everything seems to speed up, getting faster and faster until the days go by in a blur.. Many of us are trying to juggle work, family commitments, social events , while holding the excitement…

    Dr Marissa Kelaher
    December 9, 2025
  • Beautiful Young Brunette Woman Sleeping In A White Bed.

    What to eat for a better night’s sleep

    Science-backed nutrition tips to help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and wake feeling refreshed We all know sleep is essential—but getting a good night’s rest can often feel out of reach. Whether it’s tossing and turning, waking in…

    Dr Marissa Kelaher
    January 3, 2026
  • What Every Woman Needs To Know About Protein

    Confused about protein? You’re not the only one! Protein is one of the hottest topic in women’s health right now, and for good reason. We need it for so many functions in our body, and it’s key to thriving through…

    Dr Marissa Kelaher
    February 1, 2026
  • Hormones and Your Blood Sugar: The Hidden Link

    Are you a woman in your late 30’s or beyond, and noticing your body inexplicably changing shape? Or perhaps your energy levels are all over the place; sugar cravings are taking over; your HbA1c levels are creeping up; or you’re…

    Dr Marissa Kelaher
    November 30, 2025
Show more