Mary-Leigh Scheerhoorn - Nutritional Medicine Practitioner

I work with midlife women to transform their weight, energy, and confidence, so they can take back control and feel good in their bodies again.

Empowering women to thrive through perimenopause and beyond

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Empowering women to thrive through perimenopause and beyond |

Struggling with menopause symptoms?

Reclaim your energy, confidence, and vitality, naturally!

RenewHer can help you thrive, not just survive through menopause.

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RenewHer is a 12-week, natural, science-backed program designed to help you navigate menopause with confidence and vitality, with or without relying on HRT.

If you're experiencing low energy, mood swings, weight gain, brain fog, or poor sleep, you’re not alone! Menopause is a significant life transition, but with the right support, you can feel strong, balanced, and in control of your health.

With expert guidance, personalised nutrition, and a supportive community, you’ll gain the tools to reset your metabolism, improve your wellbeing, and feel like yourself again.

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Services

Metabolic Balance® Programs

Personalised and scientifically validated nutrition solutions for weight loss, hormone balancing and cardio-metabolic conditions.

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RenewHer - Natural Menopause Transition

Embrace your menopause journey with nutrition and lifestyle coaching. Thrive through menopause with tailored, non-hormonal solutions. Regardless of where you are on your menopause journey, I’m here to support you with my targeted, personalised and integrated program.

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Precision Nutrition programs

Tailored dietary recommendations based on your unique genetic makeup, lifestyle, and health status.

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Hi there, I’m Mary-Leigh, but most people call me ML.

I’m a fun-loving, pocket-rocket-problem-solver that has dedicated over 25 years to the welfare and wellbeing of others.

I empower professional women to naturally navigate perimenopause, building resilience and vitality for a vibrant future through a unique combination of:

  • nutrigenomics and epigenetics

  • integrated nutrition and lifestyle medicine

  • precision nutrition and health coaching programs.

People work with me for the prevention and treatment of:

  • burnout and stress-related illness

  • cardio-metabolic health and weight management; and

  • management of chronic health conditions

I also have a clinical interest in healthy ageing and dementia.

My Story

Midlife Way finding Session 

Not sure where to start with your health? Book a complimentary 30-minute Midlife Way Finding Session to gain clarity on your next steps.

This is a relaxed, no-pressure conversation where we’ll explore your health concerns, assess where you are in your wellness journey, and determine if perimenopause could be playing a role. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of the best support options for you—whether it’s one of my personalised programs, 1:1 consultations, or other guidance to help you thrive.

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Free Resources

Featured
The Belly That’s Betraying Him: Reclaiming Vitality, Not Just Fixing a Problem
The Belly That’s Betraying Him: Reclaiming Vitality, Not Just Fixing a Problem

We joke about the "dad bod," but behind the humour is a hidden crisis. Fatigue, irritability, weight gain, and withdrawn behaviour in midlife men are often signs of a silent hormonal shift called Andropause. This article dives into how this decline impacts not just his health, but the emotional anchor of the entire household, and why Movember is the moment to start talking about it.

The Rock That Crumbles: When the Men We Love Are Running on Fumes
The Rock That Crumbles: When the Men We Love Are Running on Fumes

We joke about the "dad bod," but behind the humour is a hidden crisis. Fatigue, irritability, weight gain, and withdrawn behaviour in midlife men are often signs of a silent hormonal shift called Andropause. This article dives into how this decline impacts not just his health, but the emotional anchor of the entire household, and why Movember is the moment to start talking about it.

Beyond Menopause: The Real Milestones Every Woman Faces in Midlife
Beyond Menopause: The Real Milestones Every Woman Faces in Midlife

Midlife isn’t just about menopause, it’s a season of profound change that touches every part of who we are. From shifting hormones to evolving identities, this is a time to pause, reassess, and move forward with intention. Discover how to navigate these milestones with clarity and confidence.

Midlife, Unfiltered: Why Menopause Is Just the Beginning
Midlife, Unfiltered: Why Menopause Is Just the Beginning

For many women, menopause is the loudest part of the transition, but it’s not the whole story. Beneath the hot flushes and hormone shifts lies a deeper invitation: to reclaim your body, your energy, and your voice.

We’ve been sold a narrative of decline. That midlife is when things start to fall apart; physically, emotionally, professionally. But what if it’s actually the moment we wake up?