Perimenopause: the hormonal plot twist no one warned us about. But did you know it can shake up your gut health and your relationship with food? In this episode, I’m joined by Marcelle Rose (@marcellerosenutrition), a Registered Nutritional Therapist and author of who’s here to break down how gut changes during perimenopause can show up in sneaky ways—and how that connects with eating disorders and recovery. We’re talking bloat, brain fog, digestive drama, and why it’s not all in your head. If you’ve ever wondered why your body feels different in midlife—or you work with folks going through it—this one’s packed with insight, validation, and practical wisdom.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN...

How hormonal shifts during perimenopause impact gut health

Why digestive issues can flare up (or start!) in midlife

The surprising ways gut health and eating disorders intersect

How Marcelle supports clients navigating perimenopause and recovery

Why symptoms like bloating, brain fog, and food sensitivities are common—and valid

Practical strategies for supporting your gut without restriction or obsession

The importance of a compassionate, individualized approach to nutrition

ABOUT MARCELLE

Marcelle specializes in helping women overcome binge eating, bulimia, emotional eating, and restrictive eating patterns. She empowers her clients to heal their relationship with food and their body, free themselves from relentless critical thoughts, and ultimately reclaim their life. As a BANT (British Association for Nutrition & Lifestyle Medicine) Registered Nutritionist and Coach, Marcelle also has specialist training in eating disorders and behaviour change. She provides consultations to clients both nationally and internationally. Marcelle’s new book, The Binge Freedom Method: 4 Pillars to Beating Emotional Eating for Good, has just come out!

CHECK OUT MARCELLE'S NEW BOOK!

The Binge Freedom Method: https://marcellerosenutrition.co.uk/BFM

FOLLOW AND CONNECT WITH MARCELLE

Instagram: http://www.Instagram.com/marcellerosenutrition

Website: https://marcellerosenutrition.co.uk/

LISTEN TO ANOTHER EPISODE WITH MARCELLE

> Disordered Eating in Midlife: Stress, Life Changes, & Perimenopause on Apple & Spotify.

LISTEN TO OTHER EPISODES ON EATING DISORDERS & MIDLIFE

> Welcome to the Jungle: Eating Disorders in Midlife & Our Personal Recovery Stories With Amy Ornelas, RD on Apple & Spotify.

> Breakthroughs, Eating Disorders in Midlife, & Bulimia With Harriet Frew, MSc on Apple & Spotify.

> Perimenopause & Eating Disorder Recovery With Dr. Jenn Salib Huber, RN, ND on Apple & Spotify.