Author: HappyHealthyKaren

The primary driver of parasympathetic nervous system (PNS) dysregulation in middle-aged women is the transition into perimenopause and menopause. Estrogen and progesterone act as crucial neuro-chemical buffers that support the vagus nerve—the central driver of the parasympathetic “rest-and-digest” response. As these hormone levels decline and fluctuate, the PNS loses its stability, allowing the sympathetic “fight-or-flight” […]

How: Eat Your Veggies or Fruit First! Eating “fiber first”—a practice often called meal sequencing—is one of the most effective, science-backed “hacks” for metabolic health. It’s not just about what you eat, but the order in which it hits your stomach. When you eat fiber (like a salad or roasted broccoli) before your protein or […]