Why Is Menopause Hitting You So Hard? Could It Be Your Thyroid and Gut Health?

higherhealthwellness
Sep 4
4 min read

Menopause can feel like a tidal wave—hot flashes, stubborn weight gain, mood swings, fatigue, brain fog… the list goes on.

But what if these symptoms weren’t just “menopause”? What if there’s more going on beneath the surface?

The Hidden Connection: Thyroid & Gut Health

Many women struggle through menopause because key pieces of their health puzzle are missing:

1. Thyroid Health – Your Body’s Thermostat

Your thyroid controls metabolism, energy, mood, and weight regulation. During menopause, thyroid function can become sluggish, amplifying symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, and depression. Often, standard blood tests don’t tell the full story—especially when doctors only check TSH without looking at Free T3, Free T4, or antibodies.

2. Gut Health – The Root of Hormonal Balance

Your gut isn’t just for digestion—it’s where hormones like estrogen get processed and where inflammation often begins. If your gut microbiome is out of balance, or if you have “leaky gut,” you might experience worse menopausal symptoms: bloating, joint pain, anxiety, and even worsening hot flashes.

But there’s another critical factor: poor absorption.

When the gut lining is compromised, you simply don’t absorb nutrients efficiently—nutrients like magnesium for mood and sleep, B vitamins for energy and hormone production, and calcium for bone health. Without these essentials:

Hot flashes can become more intense because your nervous system isn’t supported.
Mood swings, anxiety, and low mood can worsen due to deficiencies in B vitamins, zinc, and magnesium.
Sleep becomes elusive when your body lacks the building blocks for calming neurotransmitters.
Weight gain becomes harder to manage when your metabolism is slowed by nutrient gaps.

This creates a domino effect: the worse your absorption, the more your hormones struggle, and the more severe your symptoms become.

Take the Gut Health Questionnaire

Wondering if your gut might be part of the problem? Start with my free Gut Health Questionnaire to see if underlying digestive issues are affecting your menopause journey.

Gut Health Assessment Questionnaire

Why Work with Maria Lucey, Nutritionist?

I take a functional medicine approach—addressing root causes, not just symptoms. We look at:

Comprehensive thyroid and hormone testing (beyond the basics)
Gut microbiome balance, inflammation markers, and nutrient status
Personalized nutrition and supplement protocols to restore balance
Lifestyle strategies to support energy, sleep, and emotional well-being

Introducing the Mastering Menopause Protocol

This is not just another “menopause program.” It’s a step-by-step, 12-week integrative system designed to:

Reset and balance your hormones naturally
Heal your gut and optimize nutrient absorption
Support thyroid health for better metabolism and energy
Give you clarity, control, and confidence during this transition

A Plant-Based Solution for Menopause Relief

Scientific evidence suggests that a special plant extract, Rheum rhaponticum (ERr 731®), can effectively manage the most common menopause-associated symptoms. This extract — the key ingredient in Metagenics Estrovera® — has been shown to:

Reduce hot flushes in as little as 4 weeks
Improve sleep quality and reduce disturbances
Soothe irritability and fatigue
Ease mild joint and muscle aches
Relieve vaginal dryness and support libido
Promote emotional well-being and calm nerves

Why Estrovera® is Different

Metagenics Estrovera® is a revolutionary option for women seeking a solution to the challenges of menopause. With just one mini tablet per day, you can find relief from 8 common menopause symptoms and support through perimenopause, helping you feel like yourself again.

Formulated with a clinically proven proprietary extract, known as ERr 731®, a plant-derived alternative for menopause.

Benefits of Estrovera®.

Up to 80% reduction in menopausal symptoms*:

Relieves hot flushes from 4 weeks^
Relieves irritability fatigue
Reduce disturbed and restless sleep
Decreases vaginal dryness
Supports healthy libido
Reduces muscle aches mild joint pain

Women who have tried Estrovera® have experienced up to an 80% reduction in menopause symptoms — helping them feel like themselves again.

How It Supports Perimenopause

For women in perimenopause — the years leading up to menopause — symptoms can start earlier than expected. Estrovera® helps you:

Support emotional balance and resilience
Maintain sexual function and libido
Ease nervous tension
Support overall well-being during hormonal shifts

GET YOUR METAGENICS ESTROVERA HERE

Are You Ready to Take Back Your Life?

Stop guessing. Stop struggling. Start healing.

Let’s discuss your symptoms, your goals, and how we can create your personal roadmap to thriving through menopause.

BOOK YOUR FREE 20-MINUTE CLARITY CALL HERE

✅ Ready to start? Ask us about:

Take the first step today — Book your free 20-minute call with Maria. In this no-pressure chat, you’ll get clarity on what’s happening in your body and receive personalised recommendations you can start using right away to feel more energised, in control of your appetite, and steady in your mood.

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📞 Maria Lucey | 0438 112 050

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