suffer with (peri)menopausal symptoms?

with Functional medicine, you can Revitalize Your Energy, Mood, and Overall Wellbeing As A Woman.

Functional Medicine is a holistic, personalized "root cause" approach that can optimize women's health for this chapter of life, late 30s and beyond.

Did you know, itchy ears is a (peri)menopausal symptom?

Actually, there's UP TO 103 symptoms affiliated with the menopausal transition!

Common ones:

  • Hot Flashes

  • Night Sweats

  • Weight Gain

  • Brain Fog

  • Joint pain

  • Rashes

  • Vaginal Dryness

  • Low (no) Libido

  • Anxiety

  • Sleep Disturbance

Lesser Known Symptoms:

  • Burning Mouth Syndrome

  • Electric Shock Sensations

  • Tinnitus

  • Body Oder Changes

  • Gum Problems

  • Bloating/Digestive Issues

  • Thinning scalp hair

  • Increased Facial hair

  • Urinary Frequency or Urgency

  • Heart Palpitations

  • Restless Leg Syndrome

  • Phantom Smells

  • Dizziness/Vertigo

  • Nausea

  • Increased Clumsiness

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the 5 pillars of grit & Grace well-aging

NUTRITION

The foods you eat play a critical role in influencing your energy, mood, and overall well-being, especially during menopause. By understanding how macronutrients and micronutrients support your body, you can create meals that stabilize mood, enhance vitality, and promote long-term health. Proper nutrition can also help manage weight, reduce inflammation, and support bone and heart health during this transformative stage.

STRESS MANAGEMENT

Effectively managing stress during (peri)menopause is crucial for maintaining energy, emotional balance, and overall well-being. Incorporating relaxation techniques and other tools, can help reduce stress and bolster resilience.

By calming the nervous system, you enhance hormone balance and improve sleep, mood, and vitality. Prioritizing stress management empowers you to navigate this life stage with greater ease and strength.

GUT HEALTH

A balanced gut microbiome can help regulate hormones, reduce symptoms like brain fog and mood swings, and improve overall energy.

Prioritizing gut health empowers us to feel stronger, more balanced, and better equipped to navigate this life stage with vitality and vigor instead of constantly dealing with endless perimenopause symptoms like irregular digestion, bloating, fatigue, and inflammation.

HORMONAL HEALING & LIBIDO PRESERVATION

Hormones are the body's chemical messengers. Achieving hormonal harmony is essential for overall (peri)menopausal vitality, as it supports a robust libido, which is often a reflection of well-functioning systems — like metabolism, stress response, balanced moods, solid sleep patterns.

A balanced libido signifies not just emotional and physical wellness but is also a key indicator of a thriving lifestyle.

INTENTIONAL MOVEMENT & EXERCISE

Support your body and mind during menopause by boosting mood, sharpening cognitive function, AND building lean muscle while burning fat.

This investment improves physical health, elevates energy levels, and fosters a sense of confidence and capability.

Prioritizing strength and vitality helps reduce the impact of age-related changes, keeping you active and resilient.

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Meet Kim Gitzel

I support (peri)menopausal women with imbalances by identifying the underlying, root cause and bringing all their health systems back into optimal functioning.

Functional Medicine Practitioner and Licensed Acupuncturist

I am here to help you with creating YOUR personalized functional wellness plan for optimizing your menopausal experience.

Women's PERIMENOPAUSAL FUNCTIONAL Health Expert

I focus on what each woman needs individually to help them achieve living their best life through the menopause journey.

Certified Personal Trainer & Health Coach

I provide personalized programs to support sustainable health where each woman can effectively burn fat, build muscle and strengthen her resilience.

"I’ve been working with Kim as my Fitness and Health Coach for over a year and I can’t imagine not having her in my back pocket. She has been my rock for advice on how to age gracefully and I feel really comforted and confident that I will enter menopause smoothly without all the major symptoms or burnout you hear so many women go through. With her help, I feel stronger, healthier, and laser focused on my Wellness Goals.”

Beth H.
48 years old

“Kim has assisted me in navigating age-related and menopausal symptoms by identifying the root causes. Instead of attributing them solely to middle age, Kim is dedicated to discovering effective solutions. I appreciate that she is personalizing my plan emphasizing natural healing methods with acupuncture, supplements, dietary guidance, and exercise. Her support is reassuring, especially since conventional medicine has not been successful for me. She truly holds me accountable to do what is necessary to take charge of my own body by creating healthy habits. With Kim's guidance, I am looking forward to increased energy and restored health, as she empowers me in taking charge of my well-being at this stage of life.”

Michelle O.
54 years old

Customized Functional Medicine Programs

  • Hormonal Health -

    Personalized hormonal and cortisol rhythm testing to analyze and then support the (peri)menopause hormonal changes and improve overall well-being.

  • Energy and Vitality -

    Get natural menopause remedies that help the mind, body and spirit to stop fatigue and brain fog while increasing energy levels and promote a sense of vitality and well-being.

  • Sustainable Weight Loss -

    Stop the menopause weight gain with customized programs to achieve sustainable weight loss, improve metabolic health, and reduce cravings.

  • Personal Training -

    Customized exercise plans to reduce joint pain, weight gain, and fit your personalized needs and lifestyle.

  • Nutrition Plans -

    Customized nutrition plans based on your DNA to work with your body to eliminate inflammation and optimize your menopause diet.

Book your Complimentary Session


Schedule a free consultation with me to discuss your menopausal health goals and learn how functional medicine can help you reclaim your energy and vitality.

Personalized Roadmap


Upon joining the Grit and Grace Well-Aging program, I will create a customized plan that addresses your unique needs and helps you achieve lasting results through your changing menopausal journey.

continued support and guidance


As your Menopause Health Coach, I can continue to be your advocate, providing valuable insight and guidance through your midlife, so that you become the absolute rockstar that you know you are!