Midlife Nutrition Made Easy

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    If you’d like evidence based, one on one, motivational consultations that will help progress you towards your health goals then you’re in the right place. Click below to book a call and find out more

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    Join me for one of my group workshops and get inspired to eat well and learn how you can live your best midlife with energy and optimism. Sign up to my newsletter to hear about the next one

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    Inspirational and education talks to enable your employees to make easy but effective changes with my straightforward and easy to implement advice. Choose from a number of topics

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    I have over a decade of experience. I’m a member of The British Association for Nutrition & Lifestyle Medicine (BANT), and CNHC - Complimentary and Natural Healthcare Council

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Feel Good for Menopause

New Book Release

Feel Good For Menopause sets itself apart by giving you a solid foundation upon which you can build your healthy eating habits. It's a practical, relatable guide that introduces The Feel-Good Four method of eating - a unique approach to supporting dietary principles, which is key to feeling well in the here and now while protecting your future health.

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Amanda Ryder

Menopause ~ help at hand

Need help with the perimenopause and menopause?

Midlife is a time in our lives to reflect, take stock and more forward with more clarity and confidence, however, if you’re dealing with a myriad of menopausal symptoms, it can be a real downer. If you’re like a lot of women in their 40s and 50s, then you may have more on your plate than your younger self. You may be taking care of ageing parents, teenage children, have a demanding job, be working long hours, all the while, sleeping less and doing more. It’s no wonder that some women feel tired and emotional when all that resilience, energy, optimism, and motivation we had in previous decades, recedes, just when we need it the most.

I’ve dedicated my practice to helping women, like you, navigate the perimenopause and menopause. Whether you’re dealing with unwanted weight, debilitating fatigue, erratic moods, anxiety, feelings of overwhelm or any of the many symptoms that can accompany the menopause ~ you’re in the right place for empowering, effective, evidence-based advice that will help you get back on track..

Why not book a call and we can discuss how I can help you

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It’s always a good time to celebrate with your midlife goddesses This was us on Saturday evening If you’ve been listening to the podcast (How to feel like a midlife goddess) You’ll know that having close female friendships is
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  • I have been working with Amanda Ryder for over five years. I found her while looking for a nutritionist who could help me through perimenopause and while dealing with my divorce. I was amazed by her knowledge, and I love that she makes it so simple that it’s super easy to adapt to new diet and lifestyle changes.

    It worked like magic. I had so much energy, my periods had returned to a regular cycle, my mood was very uplifting, my hair became thicker, and my skin was glowing.My youth was extended as she managed to reverse the ageing process I was experiencing.Thank you for helping me achieve my best life.

    Maria K - Oct 24

  • I have just completed my metabolic balance program with Amanda, and am delighted to have lost 25lbs!! More importantly than that though, I have my life back and feel more “Tegan” than ever before. My gut issues are resolved, headaches disappeared, energy restored and skin is glowing - I’ve not felt this good in years. Before hearing about metabolic balance I’d tried everything, and had nearly resolved myself to the fact that it was impossible to loose weight, especially working long hours in an office.  Then I met Amanda and haven’t looked back since. Amanda is a breath of fresh air, highly knowledgeable and up to date on all recent research. She was fun, kind, realistic and encouraging; enabling me to make the plan work for my circumstances. Together we gently adjusted as we went along and personalised my nutrition week by week. I didn’t feel like I was on a diet and am so thankful to have discovered so much about my body and food I never knew. All you have to do is follow the plan, as Amanda removed the stress and disappointment that can so often accompany weight loss.  A huge thank you to Amanda for walking this journey with me, giving me control over my food, weight and body and showing me that this can be easy, even enjoyable with the right tools in place.

    Tegan

  • Amanda was recommended to me when I found myself gaining weight, suffering with low mood and energy and totally off my game. After eliminating anaemia and low thyroid function, Amanda explained that these symptoms were most likely related to the perimenopause. I started the 6-week programme and have never looked back. I now have a much better understanding of my body and with Amanda's guidance and direction, I have lost my unwanted weight and feel much more energised and positive. I would highly recommend Amanda.

    Andrea

  • I had heard about the Metabolic Balance programme some years ago and its tailored regime appealed to me. After the initial three days for my body to adjust, it has honestly been such an easy and sensible programme to follow. After 2 months I am pleased to have lost 8kg (and 10cm off my waist!). Amanda is such a positive person and provides both great advice, knowledge and inspiration. She has guided me expertly through the various phases of the programme and I appreciate our meetings and her vast knowledge beyond the programme.

    Mette

  • I began to realise that my menopause symptoms could be affected by what I ate and drank. Since then, Amanda has helped me manage a diverse range of health-related nutritional demands. Seeing Amanda has changed how I make food choices for myself and my family. Amanda’s knowledge goes beyond simply food, how the body can be best nourished depends so much on how your body works and her detailed patient approach has helped to sign post me to other professionals for further detailed testing, resulting in better care more quickly.

    Alison

  • I came to Amanda seeking ways of increasing my calcium levels through food. I have osteoporosis and was not able to tolerate the calcium supplements from my GP. She has been hugely helpful in this, and my calcium intake is much nearer where it should be; she has also made many other suggestions to enable me to improve my bone strength. In addition, I have had IBS for some years, and Amanda has given me the confidence to introduce more and different foods into my diet, which have made me feel a lot better and really helped minimize my symptoms. I am grateful for her knowledge, enthusiasm and suggestions (and recipes)!”

    Jean

  • I discussed my lifestyle and eating habits with Amanda and I decided to embark on the ‘Metabolic Balance plan’. This involved having some blood tests taken and then analysed to determine which foods would best suit my body. Stage one started, weighing out various food and adopting a new regime of eating times and trying some new foods which previously I would decline. I have been on the plan for 4 months and during this time my body fat has reduced and my weight has reduced from 91kg to 74kg. The whole experience has been very informative and has helped me realise what foods the body needs and when it needs them. It has been lifestyle changing for me and it is something that will be part of my life moving forward. I would have no reservation in recommending the plan.”

    Paul

  • When I first met Amanda I was a 141 kg (22 stone) individual who was unsure of himself.  At this point I had tried going to the gym, yoga and every fitness regime known to me. After our first session Amanda helped me understand what the cause of my continual weight gain was and suggested I try “The Metabolic Balance” diet plan. At first, I was very sceptical about the effectiveness of the plan but when the food plan arrived, and the kilos started dropping my confidence in the plan strengthened. Now after losing 50 kilograms (8 stones) in 6 months I am proud and happy to say I am a changed man. Throughout this whole process Amanda has been my rock, with regular check-ups and providing food recipes; fitness tips; various nutritional information. She has been an invaluable diet coach and I am very fortunate to have met her. I am confident she will help many more like me in the years to come.”

    Navin

  • Starting the Metabolic Balance diet has been one of the best decisions I have made. It has been a lifestyle change for the better. Following the diet has not only help me lose and manage my weight but has also helped me manage my migraine headaches. Amanda is a great motivator and helped me focus on my goals all through the process. I really appreciated her depth of knowledge in her field and felt I was in good hands through the entire process. I have never felt as healthy as I do now. Thanks Amanda

    Revathi

  • “I started Metabolic Balance because I wanted to lose weight, I was sceptical initially as I don’t have a lot of time or motivation to cook complicated or fussy meals, however, it was an easy-to-follow programme with simple foods and structured rules that soon became habit. Not only did I lose weight, but I was pleasantly surprised when my blood pressure came down significantly. I feel I have more energy now and whilst I no longer follow the plan rigidly, I do stick to the principles and my weight has stabilised. Thank you Amanda, for your guidance and support.

    Ian