Wendy Hodge Articles

Do You Really Need to Count Calories to Lose Weight After Menopause? If you’ve spent years trying to lose weight, as most post-menopausal women have – there’s a good chance you’ve counted calories at some point. Maybe you’re tracking now. You open an app, enter your...

Peach and Strawberry Breakfast Muffins Recipe Originally published in September 2014. This was one of my earliest recipes, and I’ve given it a fresh update for 2026 with clearer instructions, updated nutrition information and new serving ideas. These peach and...

Strawberry Ricotta Breakfast Parfait Recipe A creamy breakfast or snack that feels like a treat, and supports your midlife nutrition goals. There’s something very satisfying about a breakfast that looks a little bit fancy, yet only takes about five minutes to throw...

Easy Raspberry Crumble Breakfast Bowl Recipe Ready in minutes This crumble bowl has quietly become one of my favourite go-to breakfasts. It’s warm, comforting, and really filling – in a way that goes beyond just “eating a healthy breakfast”. I've been making it for a...