Mind Body Element

A woman's journey includes so many hormonal and chemical changes. We know about the oestrogen, progesterone and testosterone but how about the more subtle?

Nitric oxide is one the body's most important molecules for blood flow, vascular health, and energy - yet it naturally declines as women age.

Research shows this is largely linked to falling oestrogen levels, which play a key role in supporting nitric oxide production in the blood vessels.

This has an effect on circulation, endothelial function and overall cardiovascular health.

The good news is we can support nitric oxide with these simple ways:

🏋‍♀️ Exercise; especially resistance training helps stimulate nitric oxide production and improve vascular function (as well the added benefit of increasing bone density and helping prevent sarcopenia).

🥬 Nitrate rich foods; leafy greens and beetroot provide compounds that your body converts into nitric oxide.

🌞 Sunlight exposure; studies show that UVA light can trigger the release of nitric oxide that is stored in the skin, influencing blood flow and blood pressure (explains the holiday feel good factor where aches and pains disappear).

👄 Oral microbiome health; beneficial bacteria in the mouth are essential for converting dietary nitrates into nitric oxide - frequent use of strong antibacterial mouthwash may disrupt this process (feeling lacklustre and lethargic? Try ditching the mouthwash).

🥝 Antioxidant rich foods; research shows that oxidative stress reduces nitric oxide availability, while antioxidants such as vitamin C and polyphenols help preserve its bioavailability.

Small consistent habits make a powerful difference and help support the systems in the body. ✨️

Blessings,
Michelle

*This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please do your own research and consult a qualified healthcare professional for personalised guidance.

The way the Maiden plays, explores and dreams isn't just beautiful, it's biological.

Her joy, curiosity and creative flow are medicine. They build the brain and balance the hormones, and lay the foundation for a lifetime of vitality.

You can remember the energy of the Maiden at any point of your womanly journey and keep youthfulness in abundance. 🥰

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Maga is the Autumn of Womanhood.

She is the wild wisdom between Mother and Matriach (Crone). This stage is often overlooked but it is fiercely powerful. The Maga is the mystic, the truth speaker, the woman in her prime.

She creates from depth, not desperation, and she leads without apology. She no longer seeks permission, she is the permission.

The world may call her "middle-aged" but she should be known as SOVEREIGN.

A powerful phase of womanhood. 🙌

You may wonder why I am posting about female archetypes on a longevity health page...Reconnecting women to our sacred archetypes isn't just spiritually powerful, it is biologically wise. Look out for further posts on this ☺️.