33. 5 Wellness Mistakes I Made in Perimenopause (and What I Do Differently Now)

Perimenopause is hard enough without adding in mistakes that make you feel even more tired, inflamed, and stuck. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the 5 biggest wellness mistakes I made during my perimenopause journey, so you can skip the frustration and finally feel more like yourself again. From wasting money on supplements that didn’t help, to ignoring my mental load, to thinking I could fix everything with a total life overhaul… these are the traps that so many women in midlife fall into. If you’ve been feeling drained, foggy, or frustrated that nothing seems to work the way it used to, this episode will help you see what’s really going on, and give you simple first steps you can try right away. You’ll Learn: The biggest mistake women make with supplements in perimenopause Why overhauling everything at once leaves you more exhausted The surprising truth about food labels and what’s really in your pantry How your invisible mental load keeps sabotaging your health Why “learning more” isn’t the same as feeling better — and what to do instead   🔍 This Episode Is For You If You’ve Been Searching… “Why do I feel so tired in perimenopause?” “Nothing is working — what am I missing?” “Best supplements for women over 40” “Why do I keep starting and stopping diets?” “Perimenopause weight gain and fatigue” “Why do I feel inflamed all the time?” “Simple perimenopause tips that actually work”   🧪 Resource Mentioned: Function Health One of the biggest shifts in my wellness journey was realizing that supplements aren’t the engine, they’re just the seatbelt. What actually moves the needle is data. That’s why I love Function Health,  it’s a membership that gives you access to over 100 advanced lab markers with clear clinician summaries. You get a full picture of what’s happening inside your body, from hormones and thyroid to inflammation and nutrient deficiencies, without having to beg your doctor for labs or guess what’s missing. Instead of chasing the next powder or pill, Function Health helped me see exactly where the gaps were, so I could make smarter choices that actually fit my body. Learn More Here   🎁 Want a Simple First Step?Grab The Protein Reset 14 Day Protein Game Plan— your free guide to fueling better in perimenopause without overhauls or guesswork. → Grab it here