The time of our LIVES

Women’s health has never been a bigger talking point – especially for those of us in mid-age. Suddenly you can’t turn on the TV or pick up a newspaper without the word menopause leaping out at you – MPs in Parliament are even discussing new laws to make this period of our lives less challenging. It’s about time, we say. But menopause can also be a stage of opportunity and liberation and we wanted to examine every aspect of it in this special issue of Simply woman&home. We’re also looking at ways you can improve your all-round health, wellbeing and happiness. Plus we’ve found the recipes you need to eat well and feel amazing. We begin, though, with some inspiring stories of women who are fitter and healthier now than they were 20 years ago (p8). They are proof – if any were needed – that it’s not where you start, it’s where you finish. Happy reading!

PSNext month’s Simply woman&home is dedicated entirely to Christmas. Keep an eye out for this exciting festive treat from 21 October.