Gut & Digestion

Managing gut health during menopause may involve dietary adjustments, staying hydrated, regular physical activity, and stress management.

Menopause and perimenopause can have a significant impact on gut health and digestion due to hormonal fluctuations, particularly the decline in oestrogen and progesterone. These hormonal changes affect the digestive system by altering gut motility, enzyme production, and gut microbiome balance. Oestrogen helps regulate the digestive tract, and as its levels decrease, women may experience slower digestion, constipation, bloating, and other gastrointestinal issues. Additionally, progesterone’s relaxing effect on smooth muscles can lead to slower bowel movements and discomfort. These changes can also affect appetite, causing cravings or changes in dietary preferences.

Choose A Symptom

Browse Our Menopause Symptom Guides Based On Gut & Digestion

Bloating And Gas

Struggling with bloating in menopause? Learn the causes, triggers, and relief strategies that work in real life, not just on paper.

Dizziness or Light-Headedness

Learn why menopause can trigger dizziness and how to feel steady again with simple, effective solutions you can start today.

Dry Mouth

Discover why menopause triggers dry mouth and the expert-backed fixes that bring lasting comfort and protect your oral health.

Hair Loss & Thinning

Discover why menopause affects hair and the proven ways to protect, regrow, and style it for lasting confidence.

Itchy Skin

Discover why menopause triggers itchy skin and the proven ways to soothe it. From skincare to medical options, here’s what finally brings relief.

Joint Pain & Muscle Aches

Struggling with stiff joints or aching muscles in menopause? Discover why it happens and the best ways to ease pain and feel stronger again.

Increased Allergies

Discover how menopause triggers new allergies and proven ways to manage them. Get science-backed relief and take control of your symptoms today.

Headaches & Migraine

Learn why menopause triggers migraines and how to reduce them with expert tips, treatments, and lifestyle changes tailored for this stage of life.

Reflux & Indigestion

Reflux and indigestion are common symptoms during menopause, caused by hormonal changes, particularly the decline in oestrogen and progesterone.

Skin Splitting or Tearing

Skin splitting or tearing during menopause is a common issue due to hormonal changes which affects skin hydration, elasticity, and thickness.

Menopause Fatigue

Feeling drained no matter how much you rest? Discover why menopause causes fatigue and the proven steps to regain balance and energy.

Vulval Pain/Itching

Vulval pain and itching during menopause can lead to tissue thinning, dryness, and increased sensitivity.

Weight Gain

Weight gain during menopause is common and primarily caused by hormonal changes, particularly the decline in oestrogen, which slows metabolism.