🎙️ EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this episode, I’m speaking with Sonia Savage, Functional Nutritionist and owner of Balanced Life Nutrition, about why perimenopause symptoms may not always be purely hormonal.Sonia shares how root cause healing looks at the bigger picture, including gut health, nutrient status, methylation, genetics, stress, environmental factors and a woman’s full health timeline.We also discuss why many women are told their blood tests are “normal” despite still feeling exhausted, foggy, inflamed, anxious, or unlike themselves. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN:Why symptoms may not be “just hormones”What root cause healing meansWhy “normal” blood tests may not be optimalHow methylation, gut health and nutrients impact wellbeingWhat functional testing may revealWhy fasting and keto may not suit every womanHow whole foods support long-term healthHow to advocate for yourself and trust your instincts ABOUT SONIA SAVAGE:Sonia is a degree qualified Nutritionist and owner of Balanced Life Nutrition in Sydney. She has extensive clinical experience, with a specialist interest in hormones, fertility, gut health and autoimmune conditions. She is particularly passionate about supporting women through perimenopause and menopause. Her mission is to help her clients remain mentally sharp, physically strong and waking up ready to take on the day. As a functional practitioner, Sonia takes a whole-body, evidence-based approach to health. She believes in true “root cause” healing, often working to carefully unravel chronic conditions. Sonia also has specialist knowledge in methylation, longevity and epigenetics, allowing her to personalise care at a deeper biochemical level. CONNECT WITH SONIA SAVAGE:Sonia Savage | 0407 546 032 | sonia@balancedlifenutrition.com.auWebsite: https://www.balancedlifenutrition.com.au/Instagram: @balanced_life_nutritionFacebook: @findyourbalancedlifeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonia-savage-0942731/ RESOURCES:Book a free 15min health chat with Sonia: https://www.balancedlifenutrition.com.au/bookingsJournal article: https://www.balancedlifenutrition.com.au/single-post/how-a-functionalnutritionist-can-help-with-perimenopause-and-hormonal-changesFree Low Carb Anti-Inflammatory Diet: https://www.balancedlifenutrition.com.au/contact CONNECT WITH HOST TERRI BATSAKIS:Web: https://terribatsakis.com.au/Instagram: @terri.batsakisFacebook: @terribatsakisYouTube: @terribatsakis