When I hit my 50s, one of the biggest nutritional questions I began asking myself was: Am I eating enough protein? And more importantly, what does “enough” actually mean for a woman like me—navigating perimenopause, menopause, hormone shifts, and trying to stay energised, strong, and sharp?

Growing up, pancakes were a staple in my home. There was something so comforting about waking up on a lazy weekend morning to the smell of warm pancakes sizzling on the stove. It wasn’t just about the pancakes themselves—it was the tradition, the shared moments, and the pure joy they brought to my family.