Alison Bladh Nutrition

Still feeling incredibly proud of this moment 💗

Seeing Have a Magnificent Menopause recognised as a finalist at The Business Book Awards 2026 Business Book Awards was such a special milestone.

My mission has always been to help women feel informed, empowered and confident as they navigate menopause. ✨

Here’s to helping more women feel good, look good and thrive through menopause and beyond. 💕

📖 Want to get yourself a copy? Link in my bio!

Women over 40: strength training is about so much more than how your body looks.

New 2026 research in perimenopausal and early postmenopausal women found that heavy strength and impact training twice a week improved lean mass, strength, power and lumbar-spine bone density.

That matters because during the menopause transition, protecting muscle AND bone becomes increasingly important for our long-term health.

My takeaway? Stop exercising simply to burn calories.
Train for the woman you want to be at 60, 70 and 80. 💗

Strong isn’t just how you look. It’s an investment in your future health.

✨ Något spännande är på gång… ✨

Jag har arbetat med något väldigt speciellt under en längre tid och nu är jag så nära att äntligen kunna dela det med er. 💗

Det här projektet ligger mig otroligt varmt om hjärtat och känns som ett viktigt nästa steg i mitt arbete med att hjälpa fler kvinnor att förstå sin kropp, sin hälsa och klimakteriet.

Jag kan inte avslöja allt riktigt än… 🤫

Men ni som tittar noga på bilden kanske hittar en liten ledtråd. 👀

Snart får ni veta. ✨

Your body isn’t working against you after 40. 💗
But it is asking you to work with it differently.

As hormones fluctuate during perimenopause and menopause, you may start noticing changes that seem to come from nowhere…

✨ Weight gathering around your middle
✨ Less energy
✨ Poorer sleep
✨ Brain fog
✨ Feeling more stressed or anxious
✨ Changes in your skin, hair and body composition
✨ What worked in your 30s suddenly doesn’t seem to work anymore

And this is where I want women to stop blaming themselves.

The answer isn’t simply to eat less and exercise more.

Your body has changed and the way you support it needs to change too.

🥗 Prioritise protein, fibre and nutrient-dense foods
🏋️ Build and protect muscle
🩷 Support healthy blood-sugar regulation
😴 Make sleep a priority
🌿 Give your nervous system time to recover
🚶 Move your body consistently

And perhaps most importantly, look beyond the number on the scales.

The choices we make in our 40s, 50s and beyond aren’t just about weight.

They’re about protecting our muscle, bones, metabolic health, brain health and independence for the years ahead.

You don’t need to fight your changing body.

You need to understand it. 💗

What’s the biggest change you’ve noticed since turning 40? I’d love to hear from you below. 👇

Creamy roasted red pepper chicken 🍗✨

If you need a quick dinner that feels a bit special, this is one of my favourites. High protein, full of flavour and it supports steady energy.

Serves 2

Ingredients
280 g chicken breast
1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
Sea salt and black pepper
110 g roasted red peppers, drained
1 garlic clove, minced
Juice of half a lemon
1 tsp smoked paprika
Small handful parsley, chopped

Method
1. Heat the oil in a pan over a medium heat. Season the chicken, then cook for 10 to 12 minutes until lightly browned, turning halfway.
2. Blend the roasted red peppers, garlic, lemon juice, and smoked paprika until smooth.
3. Pour the sauce over the chicken, cover, and simmer on a medium to low heat for 7 to 10 minutes until cooked through.
4. Top with parsley and serve.

Serving ideas
Try it with steamed broccoli, green beans, courgette ribbons, cauliflower rice, or a big rocket salad.

Macros per serving, approx
290 kcal
Protein 44 g
Carbs 5 g
Fat 8 g

If you love simple, no nonsense health advice that help you feel better in your body, my book Have a Magnificent Menopause is packed with practical food and lifestyle strategies you can actually stick to. Link in bio 💗

A few wonderful days in London and now I’m heading off for a few days of golf ⛳️☀️ and looking forward to watching the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth too! 🏌️‍♀️✨

One thing I’m passionate about for women over 40 is remembering that looking after our health isn’t only about what we eat or how we exercise. It’s also about getting outside, moving our bodies, having fun and making time for the things that bring us joy. 💕

That’s all part of feeling strong, energised and well as we move through the menopause years and beyond.

Here’s to a few days of fresh air, golf and switching off! ⛳️✨

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