Who is this workshop for?
This online workshop is aimed at peri-menopausal and menopausal women:
Who are re-evaluating their relationship with alcohol; or
Who have stopped drinking alcohol but are struggling with cravings (including sugar cravings), low mood or energy, or a general sense of discomfort and unease
“It has completely changed the way I view the stopping process and I can see why initial attempts have been difficult to sustain. I always knew that my drinking was stress-related but just hadn’t appreciated the impact and importance of good nutrition.”
“The content was spot on, covering all aspects of the topic - from the bare facts about how alcohol affects us (which were startling and very impactful), through to the behavioural side of why we are addicted and how we can overcome cravings, both physically and mentally.”
You will find out how to:
Change damaging patterns of behaviour
Implement lasting changes with self-compassion
Support low mood, anxiety and insomnia
Reduce cravings for alcohol and sugar
Increase motivation and energy
Support bloating, constipation / diarrhoea, reflux and other gut-related problems
Manage joint pain, unwanted weight gain, hot flushes and other symptoms while you go through the hormonal fluctuations of menopause
“An eye-opener. Really enjoyed this event. Lindsey’s knowledge was A1. Open discussions very informative and honest between the group.”
Workshop content:
The workshop is split into two parts so that participants can digest the content of Part I and apply some of the learnings during the week.
In Part II there is plenty of time for questions and non-judgmental support around participants’ experiences.
Part I: Sunday 17 March
What are the effects of alcohol and sugar on our bodies and brains?
Impact on our nervous, digestive, endocrine, and cardiovascular systems, especially as we go through the peri / menopause transition
Basic brain chemistry and why the brain becomes drawn to alcohol and other addictive substances (e.g. sugar!)
An insight into the impact of genetics, with a focus on mental health and hormones
Nutrition to support cravings, motivation, mood and energy
Supporting the brain with the right nutrients:
o Essential, non-essential and conditionally essential amino acids
o Essential fatty acids
o Vitamins and minerals
Improving gut health to support brain health
Balancing blood sugar to reduce cravings and increase energy
Participants will be provided with a 3-day food diary to fill out in the week before Part II.
We will discuss some of the wins and challenges and come up with support and solutions in the Practical Session which kicks off Part II.
Part II: Sunday 18 March
Practical session: Food diary review
Checking the balance of macro and micronutrients
Some easy hacks to improve nutritional content of meals
How to stabilise moods, increase energy and reduce cravings
How to improve sleep
Strategies for enjoying life alcohol-free in the long-term
Techniques to reduce and manage stress
Understanding self-sabotaging patterns of behaviour
Willpower, motivation and making changes
Strategies to help cope in social situations
How to reconnect
About the workshop
Cost to attend is £85 (split payment available). Places are limited to 10 participants.
Cost includes handouts and a menu plan.
The workshop is on Zoom, and you’ll be sent joining instructions once you’ve signed up. To maintain confidentiality of participants, the workshop will not be recorded,
Facilitated by Lindsey Beveridge, Registered Nutritionist (mBANT, CNHC), Recovery Nutrition Ltd.
My personal history of overcoming an alcohol addiction, a nicotine addiction and binge-eating has led me to have a special interest in working with people who struggle with alcohol or other damaging substances or behaviours.
Since qualifying as a registered nutritionist in 2019 I have helped 100s of people quit drinking, and/or lose their sugar habit or change damaging behaviours. I’ve helped them implement positive changes to their diet and lifestyle so they can feel better.
I offer non-judgemental support for people who might be exhausted, anxious, stuck or stressed, and possibly self-medicating, so that life becomes calmer and more manageable.
“Absolutely brilliant. Clear, concise and so helpful. Kind-hearted but utterly professional. It was, for me at any rate, inspiring and on point. I would change nothing. Welcoming, warm and beyond informative.”