01/06/2026
For many women, perimenopause seems to arrive out of nowhere.
One minute, your digestion feels relatively predictable — the next, you are dealing with bloating, constipation, food sensitivities, weight gain, reflux, or a stomach that suddenly reacts to foods you have eaten your whole life.
While hormonal fluctuations are often blamed for hot flushes and mood changes, far fewer people talk about what happens to the digestive system during perimenopause and menopause.
The reality is that the gut and hormones are deeply connected.
What Is Perimenopause?
Perimenopause is the transitional phase leading up to menopause, often beginning in the late 30s or 40s. During this time, estrogen and progesterone levels begin fluctuating, sometimes dramatically.
These hormonal shifts can affect:
* mood and sleep
* metabolism and weight
* skin and hair
* energy levels
* bowel function and digestion
For many women, digestive symptoms are among the earliest and most frustrating changes.
Read the full article here ⬇️
https://motionpotion.com.au/blogs/news/the-gut-hormone-connection-why-perimenopause-can-wreck-digestion
