The Surprising Link Between Perimenopause and Your Gut Health
Perimenopause and gut health connection
Gut health during Perimenopause
As women, we’re told to expect the hot flashes, the mood swings, the changes in our cycle. But what often gets left out of the perimenopause conversation? The gut. And trust me — as someone who’s lived it, coached through it, and dug deep into the research — your gut health during perimenopause is not something to ignore.
Let’s talk about it.
So, what does perimenopause have to do with your gut?
A lot, actually. Hormonal shifts during perimenopause — especially drops in estrogen and progesterone — can throw your gut microbiome completely out of whack. And when your gut’s not happy, neither are you. Bloating, constipation, diarrhea, food sensitivities, brain fog, anxiety, skin flare-ups — sound familiar? They’re all potential signs that your gut’s struggling to keep up with your changing hormones.
Healthy eating for balanced gut
Microbiome & Menopause
Your gut and your hormones are in constant conversation. Your microbiome helps metabolise oestrogen, produce neurotransmitters like serotonin, and even influences how well you sleep and how stable your mood is. So when your gut’s not functioning optimally, your perimenopause symptoms can feel so much worse.
Perimenopause symptom relief
This isn’t about perfection. It’s about awareness and action. Start by tuning in:
Notice your symptoms. Is bloating getting worse around your cycle? Are certain foods suddenly not sitting right?
Support your microbiome. Fibre, fermented foods, diverse plants — your gut thrives on variety and nutrients.
Reduce gut disruptors. Think ultra-processed foods, excessive alcohol, and chronic stress.
Consider a reset. Sometimes your gut just needs a little help. That’s exactly why I created the BioME Gut Reset — a 4-week, $15 program to help you remove the bad stuff, rebalance your microbiome, and get your gut (and you) back on track.
Gut reset for women over 40
Health coach for women in their 40s
Perimenopause is a wild ride, but you don’t have to white-knuckle your way through it. When you support your gut, everything gets a little easier — your energy, your sleep, your mood, your skin. It’s all connected.
If you’re curious where your gut stands, take my free Gut Check Quiz — it takes under 2 minutes and could be the first step toward feeling more like you again.
You’ve got this. And I’ve got you.
Want to go deeper? Book a free health strategy session or explore personalised options like my advanced gut test and 1:1 coaching. Let’s get your glow back — from the inside out.
