Dr. Golda

13/05/2026

Brain fog in menopause is not you losing your mind. It is your hormones changing your brain. If you are forgetting words mid sentence, walking into rooms with no idea why you are there, or struggling to concentrate on things that used to come easily, this is one of the most common and most distressing symptoms of perimenopause and menopause and it is real, it is physiological, and it is not something you should just push through alone.
Oestrogen plays a direct role in cognitive function, memory and mental clarity, and when levels fluctuate and decline during perimenopause and menopause, your brain literally has to recalibrate. That foggy, disconnected, "am I developing dementia" feeling that so many women describe to me in clinic is overwhelmingly driven by hormone changes, not by ageing, not by stress alone, and certainly not by you not trying hard enough.
As a doctor for over 20 years across the UK and North America with a particular interest in menopause and perimenopause, I see this every single day. Brain fog in midlife women is underdiagnosed, undertreated and too often dismissed. You deserve a proper assessment and a plan that actually addresses what is going on hormonally. If brain fog, poor concentration or memory problems in perimenopause or menopause are affecting your work, your confidence or your daily life, my clinic is now open. Link in bio to book your consultation.
This is general health information and not a substitute for individual medical advice. Always consult your own doctor regarding your personal health.
Whatever you are going through in life, never ever quit, keep on going and don't let them win.

10/05/2026

Intrusive thoughts in perimenopause. The dark thoughts that come out of nowhere and make you question everything about yourself. It is not you. It is your hormones.
When oestrogen and progesterone decline, so do serotonin and GABA. Your brain loses the buffer it has relied on for decades and suddenly your mind does not feel like your own. This is one of the most frightening and least talked about symptoms of perimenopause and it is far more common than you think.
This is why I am building Dr Golda Clinic, opening this year. I trained and practised on the West Coast of Canada where integrative medicine sits alongside evidence based practice as standard. I am bringing that approach to the UK. Not just HRT and a ten minute appointment but a full clinical picture. Your hormones, your cortisol, your histamine pathways, your gut, your nervous system, all looked at together by a GP who actually listens.
Follow for more on what perimenopause actually does to your brain. Waitlist link is in bio.
Whatever you are going through in life, never ever quit, keep on going and don’t let them win.
Not medical advice. Always consult your own GP.

10/05/2026

To every woman who nurtures, guides, and holds space for others. Today we celebrate all expressions of motherhood: the biological mothers, the chosen mothers, the aunties and mentors, the women who mother in ways both seen and unseen. Your care shapes the world. Happy Canadian Mother's Day.

09/05/2026

09/05/2026

This comparison is real, and it shows why the type of care you access determines your outcome. Two women, same age, same symptoms, same level of suffering. One received standard NHS care with basic testing, was told she was fine, and was offered antidepressants when symptoms persisted. She took them, and they helped marginally with anxiety but did nothing for the fatigue, weight gain, sleep disruption, or brain fog. Two years later she is still struggling and has accepted this as her new normal. The other woman came to my clinic. We spent an hour on her initial consultation, ran comprehensive functional medicine testing, identified subclinical hypothyroidism with poor T4 to T3 conversion, significant insulin resistance despite normal fasting glucose, and progesterone depletion with loss of GABA support. We optimized her thyroid function, addressed insulin sensitivity through targeted nutrition and supplements, and replaced progesterone. Four months later she was sleeping through the night, her energy was back, she was losing weight, her brain fog cleared, and she felt like herself again. Same starting point, completely different outcomes. The medicine you choose matters. Dr Golda Clinic opens end of summer. Waitlist link in bio. This content is for educational purposes only and does not replace or constitute medical advice. Whatever you are going through in life, never ever quit, keep on going and do not let them win.
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09/05/2026

Here is what happens in consulting rooms across the UK and Canada every single day: a woman in her late thirties or forties walks in with anxiety that will not shift, attention that scatters like leaves, mood that crashes without warning. She is handed an SSRI prescription or an ADHD referral, when what she actually needs is someone to ask about her cycle.
Perimenopause does not arrive with a neat announcement. It mimics anxiety, depression, and ADHD so perfectly that even experienced clinicians can miss it. The brain fog, the emotional volatility, the inability to hold a thought, the sudden panic, the crushing fatigue… these are not character flaws or purely psychiatric conditions. They are often hormonal.
This is why I combine North American West Coast integrative approaches with UK evidence based medicine. I look at the whole picture: your hormones, your history, your life stage. Because you deserve answers that actually fit what is happening in your body.
If this sounds familiar, join the waitlist for Dr Golda Clinic. Link in bio.
Whatever you are going through in life, never ever quit, keep on going and don’t let them win.


This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your GP or qualified healthcare professional for diagnosis and treatment specific to your individual circumstances.

22/04/2026

The celebrity weight loss secret nobody talks about. It is not a diet. It is not a supplement. It is not willpower. It is hormones. When oestrogen declines in perimenopause your body changes where it stores fat, your metabolism slows, insulin resistance increases, and cortisol stays elevated. You can train six days a week and eat in a deficit and still the weight will not shift because the biology is working against you. Celebrities over 40 who look incredible have one thing in common: they have doctors who understand their hormones. That is the secret. I am a GMC registered GP, I hold the Management of Menopause Certificate with the British Menopause Society, and I am in the gym four times a week. I am not telling you what I read in a textbook. I am telling you what I live. If you want in on the conversation, comment HRT and I will get you into my community.

This is not medical advice. Always consult your own doctor.

Whatever you are going through in life, keep on going and don’t let them win.

22/04/2026

Menopause, mast cell activation, and Alzheimer's disease. Here is what the emerging research is saying.
When oestrogen declines in perimenopause, your mast cells lose a key regulator. They become overactive. They drive inflammation. And that inflammation does not stop at the body. Emerging evidence suggests it reaches the brain, and researchers are now investigating the role this chronic neuroinflammation may play in neurodegenerative conditions including Alzheimer's.
This is not a diagnosis. It is a reason to pay attention. If we understand the connection between hormonal change, immune activation, and brain health, we can ask better questions and have better conversations with our doctors about long-term protection.
I am a GMC registered GP with dual board certification in the UK and Canada. New episode of Ministry of Menopause out now. Link in bio. Follow for more.
This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The research discussed is emerging and should not be used to make clinical decisions without consulting a qualified healthcare professional regarding your individual circumstances.
Whatever you are going through in life, keep on going and don't let them win.