I Felt Judged For My Menopause Symptoms—Until I Realised I Wasn’t Alone

For the longest time, I thought I was overreacting. The sudden mood swings, the unexplained fatigue, the way I would struggle to hold a conversation because my brain just felt foggy—it all felt so frustrating. But worse than the symptoms was the judgment I felt from those around me. My family, my colleagues, even other women—no one seemed to understand. I was expected to just ‘get over it’ and push through, even as I felt like I was losing control of my own body.

Then I came across the Gytree Menopause Survey, and it was a moment of relief and realisation. I wasn’t alone. In fact, 71% of women said they don’t feel fully supported in their menopause journey, often feeling judged for their mental health struggles and their changing bodies. 76% of women experience mood fluctuations, and nearly 50% report brain fog and forgetfulness. Everything I had been feeling—this exhaustion, the frustration, the sense of invisibility—wasn’t just in my head. It was a shared experience among millions of women, yet we were all suffering in silence.

Women's bodies deserve better care

What struck me most was how women often don’t prioritise their own well-being, unlike men, who tend to seek immediate solutions for their discomfort. If a man feels stressed, he’ll take a break, step out for a walk, or do something to help himself. But a woman? She’ll push through, suppress her struggles, and prioritise everyone else before herself. That’s exactly what I had been doing.

Reading the survey was a wake-up call. I needed to start taking care of myself, not just waiting for someone else to understand or support me. That’s when I found Gytree Plant Protein Blend for 40+ women. I had never considered protein as a daily supplement before, but learning how it supports energy, hormonal balance, and metabolism made me rethink my approach to wellness.

Within weeks of making it a part of my routine, I felt the difference. The daily crashes started fading, my mood felt more stable, and I finally had the energy to get through my day without feeling drained. More than anything, it felt empowering to finally make a decision for myself—to choose something that nourished my body instead of just enduring the discomfort.

Now, when I talk to other women going through the same struggles, I remind them: you are not alone, and you don’t have to suffer in silence. Our bodies deserve care, and it’s time we start giving ourselves the support we need. No more waiting, no more pushing through—just choosing better health, every single day.