The Silent Saboteur of Your Midlife Vitality: Unmasking the Hidden Impacts of Inflammation
Let’s talk about something that doesn’t often come up in conversations about perimenopause and menopause — inflammation. Not the obvious, swollen-ankle kind. I’m talking about chronic, low-grade inflammation — the kind that quietly simmers beneath the surface and chips away at your energy, mood, skin, joints, hormones, and overall health.
You can’t see it. You can’t feel it — until one day, you realize you’re more exhausted than ever, your brain feels foggy, your body aches in ways it never used to, and the perimenopause symptoms you thought you could ride out are suddenly running the show.
Here’s the thing: chronic inflammation might be making your perimenopause or menopause experience harder than it needs to be.
So, what is inflammation anyway?
Inflammation, in its acute form, is a good thing — it’s your body’s natural healing response to injury or infection. But when inflammation sticks around too long, it becomes a problem. This silent inflammation starts to affect the very core of your health — from your cells outward.
And during perimenopause and menopause, when your hormones are already shifting, that extra layer of stress on your body can amplify symptoms like:
✔️ Brain fog
✔️ Joint pain
✔️ Fatigue
✔️ Mood swings
✔️ Weight gain
✔️ Skin issues
✔️ Digestive discomfort
Sound familiar? You might think “This is just midlife,” but often, inflammation is playing a much bigger role than you realise.
Why the Omega 6:3 Ratio Matters
One of the most reliable ways to understand what's going on inside your body is by checking your omega 6 to omega 3 ratio — a key indicator of cellular inflammation.
Modern diets tend to be heavy in omega-6 fats (from processed foods, vegetable oils, and snacks), which tip the scale toward inflammation. Omega-3s (found in fatty fish, flaxseeds, and certain supplements), on the other hand, are anti-inflammatory.
When this balance is off, your body stays in a state of low-grade inflammation — and that’s when the problems start to stack up.
The Good News? You Can Test It Easily from Home
The best part is: you don’t have to guess. There’s a simple at-home finger prick test that can reveal your omega 6:3 ratio and give you clear insight into your cellular inflammation levels.
It’s quick. It’s easy. And it’s one of the most empowering things you can do for your health in midlife.
Natural Ways to Lower Inflammation
Once you know your levels, you can start making changes that actually move the needle. Some simple, effective ways to reduce inflammation include:
- Eat more whole, anti-inflammatory foods – think leafy greens, berries, turmeric, wild-caught fish, and olive oil.
- Cut back on processed foods and seed oils – these are a huge driver of inflammation.
- Stay hydrated – even mild dehydration can increase inflammation.
- Move your body gently and regularly – walking, yoga, or resistance training can help reduce inflammatory markers.
- Get consistent sleep – your body repairs and recovers during rest.
- Use high-quality omega-3 supplements – but only if your test shows you're out of balance. No need to waste money or guess!
Don't Guess – Test and Take Back Control
If you're feeling like your body is working against you, it might not just be “hormones.” Inflammation could be silently sabotaging your efforts to feel good again.
Let’s change that.
Instead of guessing, let’s get clarity.
Contact me to get your simple at-home omega 6:3 inflammation test.
Once you have your results, I can help guide you with a personalised plan to rebalance and feel more like you again — vibrant, clear-headed, and in control of your midlife health.
You don’t have to just accept how you feel — let’s get the data, and take action together.