Eating well for women's health - Work Ready in-person workshop

About this session

Almost three quarters of working women are at risk of health issues that can affect their quality of life and their ability to thrive at work. Hormonal changes, iron deficiency, bone health, perimenopause - nutrition plays a central role in all of them.

This session gives female employees clear, practical guidance on how small changes to food and drink can make a meaningful difference. It is an inclusive, empowering session that helps organisations show genuine commitment to women's wellbeing at work.

What's included

• A session delivered by an HCPC-registered dietitian
• Myth-busting quiz to open the session
• A personalised factsheet for every participant
• Evidence-based guidance on nutrition across women's working lives
• A positive, non-judgmental format that encourages open discussion

What participants will learn

• Understand the specific nutritional needs that affect women's health
• Know how diet supports hormonal balance, bone health and energy
• Have practical strategies for managing the nutritional aspects of perimenopause
• Understand the role of iron, calcium, vitamin D and other key nutrients
• Feel equipped to make small, meaningful changes

Topics covered

The session includes:

• Nutritional needs across women's working lives
• Iron deficiency and fatigue - a common and often overlooked issue
• Bone health: calcium, vitamin D and what actually works
• Diet and perimenopause: practical guidance for managing symptoms
• Energy management and blood sugar balance
• Common myths around women's nutrition and supplements

Who is this session for?

Designed for women in the workplace, with particular relevance for those aged 35 and over. Open to all employees. Ideal for International Women's Day or women's health initiatives.