Struggling to fall asleep — or waking up at 3am, wide awake and anxious? You’re not alone — and you’re not doing anything wrong. In this episode, we unpack what’s really behind sleep disruptions in your 40s and 50s, including the hormonal shifts, blood sugar dips, and neurological changes that often go ignored.

You’ll learn:

– Why declining oestrogen and progesterone impact your brain’s ability to rest

– What those early-morning wake-ups actually mean

– The surprising link between sleep and blood sugar

– How alcohol, cortisol, and melatonin all play a role

– Simple, realistic strategies to help your body feel safe enough to sleep again

No pressure. No perfection. Just grounded support — and one small shift to start sleeping better tonight.

✨ Plus: Julia shares a gentle “Before the Salad” action step you can try this evening, along with details on her Morning Reset Ritual and live Mini Classes.

Grab your copy of The Morning Reset Ritual Here!

Thanks for listening to Before the Salad. If today’s episode resonated with you, I’d love it if you’d follow the show, leave a review, or share it with a friend who might need it too.

This is just the beginning — we’re diving deeper into what it really means to feel good again, from the inside out.

• Want more support between episodes? Join my email list for weekly tips and honest conversations about midlife, hormones, and healing.

👉 Ready to feel strong, clear, and calm again? Register for my free mini class here: [link]

Until next time, be kind to yourself. You’re not alone — and you’re not broken.

Have you ever woken up at 3am, heart racing, mind spinning with everything you’ve ever said or done… only to spend the next day exhausted, craving sugar, and wondering why you just can’t get it together?

Here’s what I want you to know:

You’re not imagining it. And you’re certainly not alone.

In this episode of Before the Salad, Julia Tyrer — The Menopause Guide — unpacks cortisol chaos: what happens when your stress hormones go haywire in midlife and menopause.

Together, we’ll explore:

• What cortisol really is and why it matters so much in menopause
• How hormonal shifts make your body more sensitive to stress
• Why weight gain, anxiety, cravings, and brain fog aren’t moral failings — they’re messages
• The hidden habits that quietly keep cortisol levels high
• Gentle, practical ways to calm your stress hormones — not through restriction or force, but through kindness, nourishment, and safety

Here’s the truth:

Calm isn’t a luxury. It’s a necessity.

Creating moments of calm in your day isn’t self-indulgent — it’s an act of courage, a choice to honour your body, and a way to protect your future health.

🌿 Before the Salad Action: Choose one small thing today that tells your nervous system, “You’re safe here.” Maybe it’s five slow breaths. Maybe it’s stepping outside with your tea. Maybe it’s saying no without guilt.

💛 If this episode speaks to your heart, share it with a friend who feels overwhelmed right now. Because we are braver, stronger, and kinder together.

✨ Ready for deeper support? Sign up to Julia’s free mini class Before the Salad: What Every Woman Needs to Know About Energy, Hormones, and Feeling Good Again. Link in the show notes.

And remember, lovely — healing starts Before the Salad.

Thanks for listening to Before the Salad. If today’s episode resonated with you, I’d love it if you’d follow the show, leave a review, or share it with a friend who might need it too.

This is just the beginning — we’re diving deeper into what it really means to feel good again, from the inside out.

• Want more support between episodes? Join my email list for weekly tips and honest conversations about midlife, hormones, and healing.

👉 Ready to feel strong, clear, and calm again? Register for my free mini class here: [link]

Until next time, be kind to yourself. You’re not alone — and you’re not broken.

If you find yourself reaching for chocolate at 3pm and thinking, “Why can’t I just get a grip?”, this episode is for you.

Because here’s the truth:

✨ It’s not about willpower.

✨ It’s not weakness.

✨ And it’s definitely not you failing.

In this honest conversation, we unpack:

• Why sugar cravings intensify during perimenopause and menopause
• What’s really behind those energy crashes that leave you foggy and frustrated
• How blood sugar rhythms affect your mood, focus, and confidence
• Three simple yet powerful shifts to ease cravings without restriction or shame
• The deeper truth: cravings aren’t moral failings – they’re messages from a body seeking safety and support

Imagine approaching cravings with curiosity, not criticism.

Imagine letting go of guilt and giving yourself what you truly need.

Imagine feeling steady, clear, and at peace with food again.

That’s what this episode offers you.

If this resonates, share it with a friend who feels like she’s fighting her body. Because when we tell the truth about what’s really going on, we create space to heal.

🌿 Grab my free mini class via the link in the show notes to begin supporting your hormones and energy with kindness.

💛 If this podcast helps you, I’d be grateful if you’d leave a review or buy me a coffee – it keeps me showing up here for you.

Remember, Lovely - You’re not broken. You’re human.

And healing starts Before the Salad.

Thanks for listening to Before the Salad. If today’s episode resonated with you, I’d love it if you’d follow the show, leave a review, or share it with a friend who might need it too.

This is just the beginning — we’re diving deeper into what it really means to feel good again, from the inside out.

• Want more support between episodes? Join my email list for weekly tips and honest conversations about midlife, hormones, and healing.

👉 Ready to feel strong, clear, and calm again? Register for my free mini class here: [link]

Until next time, be kind to yourself. You’re not alone — and you’re not broken.