Beyond the consult room, the Astrid Clinic team explores the questions, trends and emerging therapies shaping modern healthcare.
Weight gain during perimenopause and menopause is common, but it is usually caused by several factors working together, including hormone shifts, age-related muscle loss, sleep disruption, stress, and lifestyle changes. It is not inevitable, and many popular myths about “menopause belly” do not hold up well.
Bee pollen is a natural mixture collected by bees that contains proteins, vitamins, minerals, and plant compounds. It is often promoted as a superfood, but while it does contain nutrients, many of the health claims around it are not strongly proven.
Fibre is getting more attention because people are recognising how important it is for digestion, fullness, blood sugar support, and long-term health. It is not replacing protein, but the trend reflects a growing interest in gut health and more balanced eating.
GLP-1 agonists are prescription medicines that mimic a natural hormone involved in appetite and blood sugar regulation. They are widely discussed for weight loss and metabolic health, but they can also have side effects and are not the right choice for everyone.
Sleepmaxxing is the trend of trying to optimise sleep through routines, tools, and supplements that support rest and recovery. It has become popular because many people want better energy, mood, and focus, and melatonin is often part of the conversation, although it is not necessary for everyone.
This year’s biggest wellness trends reflect a growing focus on stress, recovery, longevity, and optimisation. People are looking for practical ways to feel better, manage overwhelm, and support long-term wellbeing.
Recovery has become a wellness status symbol because it signals that someone is taking their health seriously. It now includes sleep, rest, routines, and recovery tools designed to help the body reset and perform better.
Longevity now means more than living longer. In wellness culture, it has become a symbol of prevention, optimisation, and the ability to stay energetic and well over time.
Nervous system regulation refers to your body’s ability to move between stress and recovery in a healthy way. The phrase has become popular because so many people are looking for better ways to manage overwhelm, stress and burnout, and it gives language to an experience that is hard to name.
