Experiencing lethargy, brain fog, lack of libido or mood swings? It could be your hormones. ‘After you hit your mid-40s, hormone levels start to change, causing a whole range of symptoms, which can really affect everyday life,’ says nutritionist Pauline Cox, author of Hungry Woman (£27, Ebury). Take our quiz to find out what’s going on and how you can fix it.
Take the test
Circle the answer that best represents how you’re feeling at the moment…
1 WHAT’S THE BIGGEST HINDRANCE TO YOUR SEX LIFE?
A Sex life? What sex life!
B You’re managing monumental mood swings
C You hate how you look
D You lack energy and motivation
2 WHEN YOU’RE SHOWERING, YOU THINK ABOUT…
A When you last had sex
B Whatever it is you’re stressed about
C How you can lose a few pounds
D How you’re going to get through the day
3 YOUR FRIENDS MIGHT
