Let’s Talk Testosterone: My Not-So-Secret Superpower I’ll say it right now: Testosterone is the unsung hero in my hormone line-up, the Most Valuable Player that has single-handedly kept me from collapsing next to the washing machine (or under the weight…
Oestrogen (or oestradiol, to give it its posh scientific name) is the ultimate multitasker in the human body. This hormone quietly underpins everything from your brain’s agility to your skin’s glow. Think of it as the behind-the-scenes genius ensuring your…
When someone mentions testosterone, what springs to mind? Muscles? Men’s health? An eighties gym advert featuring questionable moustaches? Fair enough. But let’s set the record straight—testosterone isn’t exclusively for men, nor is it just about biceps and bravado. It’s a…
When we talk about hormones, particularly in the context of perimenopause and menopause, oestrogen typically steals the spotlight. It is the diva of the hormonal orchestra, commanding attention and, when absent, making its absence keenly felt. But behind the scenes,…
Hello, lovelies! Let’s talk about SHBG, or as I unfairly, yet lovingly, call it: “the little gremlins” of the hormone world. Why? Because these sneaky little saboteurs can mess up the delicate balance of your hormones faster than you can…
Hey there, menopause warriors! Let’s talk bones. Whether you’re cruising through natural menopause or were fast-tracked into the surgical version (hello, uterus and ovaries vacating the premises!), your skeleton might be waving a tiny white flag. Why? Because oestrogen, that…
Welcome to Unfiltered at Forty: Real Talk for Women in Midlife Unfiltered at Forty is more than just a blog—it’s a passion project. I created it to spark real conversations, belly laughs, and genuine connections for women over forty who…
The Scene Is Set Right, so here’s the deal: I’m attempting to be efficient with my time because, as one does, I have to pop out to get my face lasered. Yes, lasered. The glamorous joys of surgical menopause, where…
The Pale Picture Alright, ladies, let me paint you a fucking picture—though you might need sunglasses to squint at it, it’s so blindingly pale. Picture this: my absolutely gorgeous, bronzed, smug-as-hell husband-to-be, strutting around stark naked, looking like he’s just…
Ladies, it’s time to address the elephant in the room—or rather, the one stomping around on every social media platform, disguised as a “support group” or “wellness influencer.” Women’s health has become a murky quagmire of advice online, with dubious…
The Marvelous Vitamin D: Sunshine in a Bottle ☀️ Ladies, we need to have a chat about Vitamin D, the underdog of the nutrient world. It’s not just another bottle gathering dust in the supplement aisle—it’s a bona fide…
That Got Your Attention, Didn’t It? Oh, Yes—This is a True Story! Picture the scene: you’re in the prime of your life, finally thinking you’ve escaped the monthly horror show that is premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). The so-called cure? Surgical…
