Milk + Honey Wellness Blog

This blog is my little corner of the internet. It’s a happy, encouraging place where I share my personal stories, and advice on nutrition, holistic health, wellness, recipes and personal development.
Basically, how you can create a life + body you love!

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5 Myths About Perimenopause That Could Be Holding You Back

5 Myths About Perimenopause That Could Be Holding You Back"

Think perimenopause is all about hot flashes and mood swings? Think again! This transformative phase of life is often misunderstood, leaving many women feeling stuck and unsupported. In this blog, we debunk 5 common perimenopause myths—like "HRT is always dangerous" and "weight gain is inevitable"—with science-backed insights and actionable tips to help you thrive.

Ready to separate fact from fiction? Discover how to take control of your midlife health and embrace this journey with confidence.

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Greek Yogurt, Banana & Cherry Granola Bowl

A Greek Yogurt, Banana & Cherry Granola Bowl packed with protein, antioxidants, and hormone-friendly nutrients to support energy, gut health, and restful sleep during perimenopause and menopause. A quick, delicious breakfast to fuel your midlife wellness journey.

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Hormone-Friendly Granola Recipe

Looking for a hormone-friendly snack or breakfast that supports your perimenopause and menopause journey? This homemade granola recipe is packed with nutrient-dense ingredients like oats, flaxseeds, almonds, and pumpkin seeds to help balance hormones, improve digestion, and boost energy. Perfect for sprinkling over yogurt, enjoying with milk, or as a grab-and-go snack, this granola is designed to fuel your body and promote wellness. Discover how small, intentional food choices can support your health during midlife transitions.

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How to Nourish Your Yin for Better Hormone Balance and Wellness

Feeling out of balance? Low libido, dry skin, or hot flashes might mean your Yin energy is depleted. Discover how Chinese medicine can help restore hormone balance with simple, everyday wellness habits and cooling Yin-boosting foods. From fruit smoothies to stress-busting tips, learn how to nurture your body and feel more energized!

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Elevate Your Mood with a Dopamine Menu: A Fun Guide to Wellness

Unlock the secret to elevating your mood with a dopamine menu! This engaging blog post reveals how dopamine influences your well-being, offering practical tips to create healthy habits that enhance your joy and support hormone health. Dive into the world of feel-good activities and discover simple strategies to boost your motivation and satisfaction every day. Click to explore the path to a happier, healthier you!

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How Managing Stress Can Improve Hormonal Harmony

Stress is a natural part of life, but chronic stress can take a significant toll on your health, particularly on your hormonal balance. For women in midlife, managing stress is crucial for maintaining hormonal harmony and overall well-being. In this post, we’ll explore the impact of stress on hormones and share strategies to help you manage stress more effectively.

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Beyond Dry January

Thinking of trying Dry January? If you are looking to cut down on your alcohol intake, or simply want to begin the new year with a clean slate, join in the Dry January challenge by choosing not to drink beer, wine, or spirits for one month. Check out this blog for more ideas on the “how” and “why” you might choose to go beyond just January.

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How To Stop The Monkey Brain

Do you ever feel like you’re paralyzed because of overthinking and replaying the scenario in your head. Guess what? You actually do have control and you can get unstuck! Here are a few tips on how to quiet the monkey brain.

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Color Away Your Stress

Coloring books have been a childhood mainstay for generations. But lately more and more adults have been getting in on the action as well. I know I have! Filling in a coloring book is a simple way to enhance focus while reducing anxiety. Get a pack of markers or pencils and give it a try for yourself! Remember how relaxing it felt to sit down and color when you were a kid? I’ve been sitting down to a coloring session with my 9 year old every day for about a month now and I am amazed at how great it feels to connect and relax.

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How To Sit In Meditation For Beginners

There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to finding the best meditation posture and seating arrangement for you—it takes time to familiarize yourself with your body and what it needs. Here are five postures for you to try so that you can focus on your practice and get more out of your meditation.

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Your Sunshine Vitamin

Summer is here! And with it tons of sun! We have been told for years to cover up and avoid the sun, for fear of getting skin cancer. Even with all of the focus and effort put on using sunscreen, melanoma the deadliest form of skin cancer, continues to rise. So should we really be demonizing the sun or is there another underlying reason why skin cancer has been increasing over the years? Instead, maybe we should be out in the sun making Vitamin D. 

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How To Eat More Veggies

It’s that time of year, or is it always that time of year? We all know we “should” be eating more vegetables, but do you ever find yourself dreading the thought of it? That’s why I thought I’d show you how to eat more vegetables in a day while enjoying it too!

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Buddha Bowl

Even though this simple dish is a far cry from the fancy, it is easy, delicious and cooks in 1 pot! It’s the kind of healthy, hearty dish that is just so doable for every kind of person, especially those that are hungry and busy and still care about what they put in their mouths (isn’t that all of us?). It is so versatile and flexible. You can mix and match flavors and add in different vegetables depending upon the season.

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