Menopause

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Losing your desire for sex is an uncomfortable subject to talk about but asking for help is the first step to reclaiming your sexuality.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Friday 1 April 2016

Conversations about menopause should be a normal part of working life. Working during the menopause can make a difficult time even more stressful, so it’s important we all better understand the common challenges that can arise in the workplace during this time.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Friday 15 October 2021

Gosia Bowling, Mental Health National Lead at Nuffield Health, discusses five key things you should know to support your partner through the menopause.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Monday 28 October 2019

During the menopause, many women experience hot flashes. These can vary in intensity and cause confusion, disorientation, and anxiety if you aren’t used to them. Dr Unnati Desai shares some insight into what hot flashes are and how you can manage them.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 18 October 2023

There are many benefits of exercise during menopause, some of the most important being maintenance of muscle and bone mass. Adam Byrne, Regional Clinical Fitness Lead, explains why strength training is particularly helpful and provides some example exercises and tips for performing them.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Friday 16 September 2022

This gym or at home workout aims to strengthen your muscles and improve your bone density with a mixture of cardio and strength exercises. Nuffield Health Clinical Fitness Regional Lead Adam Byrne explains the benefits for post menopause and how to perform each exercise safely.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 22 March 2023

Looking for a workout that targets both your cardiovascular system and muscles while improving bone density? Wellbeing Personal Trainer Alexandra Cadman, explains the benefits of perimenopause exercises and how to perform them safely.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 22 March 2023

Stress can take its toll on your body over time and one way it does this is by depleting your body’s stores of nutrients. Don’t let stress beat you – find out what you need to do to get back on form.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 24 May 2016

A good lunch will fill you up and provide all the energy and nutrients you need to last until dinner time. Our mix and match guide will help you create delicious and healthy lunches.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 27 November 2018

The years leading up to the menopause can be a difficult time due to the hormonal changes that occur, but help is available. Dr Unnati Desai, National Lead for GP Services at Nuffield Health explains the main symptoms that could mean you’re experiencing perimenopause, and how to get support.

Updated: Friday 28 August 2026

Published: Friday 29 April 2016

Celebrities like Davina McCall and Mariella Frostrup have recently raised the profile of all things ‘menopause’. It’s no longer a word you need to whisper under your breath to your girlfriends. It’s okay to admit you’re ‘going through it.’ It’s even something you can talk to your manager about if you’re having issues at work. Jo Dafforn, Clinical Lead for Pelvic Health Physiotherapy explains the lesser-known pelvic symptoms of menopause and how to ease them.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 13 October 2021

Sleep is not an ‘option’, it’s something our bodies require to function at our best. Head of Preventative Medicine, Dr Ben Kelly, explains the benefits of quality sleep, what happens if you don’t get enough of it, and how you can improve your sleep.

Updated: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Published: Monday 5 June 2017

Those going through their menopause journey can experience symptoms severe enough to impact their physical and mental wellbeing, such as night sweats and disturbed sleep. Louise Wright explains why this happens and how you can improve your sleep with ten lifestyle tips.

Updated: Monday 3 August 2026

Published: Thursday 9 February 2023

Getting the right nutrition during the menopause can help in a number of ways. Research shows that there are also particular vitamins and minerals to pay extra attention to, to both support your health and alleviate symptoms of the menopause.

Updated: Tuesday 7 March 2023

Published: Friday 24 February 2023