Inspired life
The Menopause Clinic with a difference
A Menopause Clinic with one aim - helping you feel better!
Menopause Clinic
Looking at hormones, HRT, health and wellbeing this clinic is open to all Jersey residents and is based at The Women's Health Hub, Suite 2.8 Lido Medical Centre.
About
About me
My name is Jo Darwood, and I am a GP with more that 20 years experience in Women's Health. More recently I have studied menopause care in greater depth, whilst also developing a passionate interest in Lifestyle Medicine.
Outside of work I am a mum, occasional runner and wannabe surfer. Practice make perfect they tell us, in which case I should be a fantastic wave rider. However I tend to spend most of my time face down in the shallows!
Why a menopause and lifestyle medicine approach works
This dual approach helps me offer women truly holistic care. All the Hormone Replacement Therapy in the world isn't going to help us feel well if our diet is poor or we're struggling with a toxic work/life balance. Conversely we sometimes flounder when despite a great diet and doing plenty of self care we still feel lousy. By looking at all aspect of health, this clinic can help you find balance.
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Jersey Employment Trust Menopause Session
Jersey Employment Trust Menopause Session
Six months ago I was an almost 60, slightly overweight, bloated, pre diabetic. I also take a low dose of medication for high blood pressure.
The thought of diabetes and statins at 60 filled me with horror.
I have always considered myself to be reasonably fit and have maintained a healthy eating way of life.
I was discussing Inspired life with my daughter and had booked a six appointment course with Jo.
I can honestly say from my first consultation I have never looked back.
Jo is a qualified GP who offered me honest and factual advice on how to change my life. She has provided me with advice, encouragement and bucket loads of tips of how to make changes for the better.
I have a go to folder with handy hints of do and don’t when it comes to shopping and meal planning.
She had never tried to sell me pills or potions and explains in plain terms how the body works.
6 months later I have lost 20 pounds in weight, (it may not sound a lot but it has been consistent and stayed off)
I have heaps more energy, no more flaking out on the sofa in the evening and have discovered a whole new passion for cooking and experimenting with recipes.
My blood sugar is reducing nicely, my blood pressure is lower and most importantly I feel better in myself.
My goal is to be able to come off my blood pressure medication and keep reducing my blood sugar levels.
I no longer crave sugar or in between meal snacks.
I will continue consult with Jo in the future and would encourage anyone in my situation to do the same.
I am happy to continue to share my story and am externally grateful to Jo for inspiring me.
Jersey Employment Trust Menopause Session
Jersey Employment Trust Menopause Session
Jersey Employment Trust Menopause Session
"It was really refreshing having someone who is engaging, funny and chatty"
" Really insightful with tonnes of excellent information"
" All us ladies are still sat here filling in our apps and looking to book appointments with our GPs!"
"Hopefully the men on the team will be sympathetic to us and our clients with a little more knowledge too"