Menopause

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Celebrate International Day Of Friendship With Your Besties! 

As we celebrate International Day of Friendship on July 30, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the beautiful tapestry of friendships that weave throughout our lives.   From the giggles of childhood to the shared wisdom of menopause, friendships are the golden threads that hold everything together. Let’s take a lighthearted journey through the evolution […]

Food as Medicine: Understanding the Gut Microbiome

Understanding the Gut Microbiome: Food as Medicine    

Did you know that your gut is home to around 100 trillion microorganisms?   These gut microbiome, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi — play a crucial role in your health, from digesting food and absorbing nutrients to boosting your immune system and even affecting your mood.   Recently, FemmePharma sat down with Dr. Katherine Sherif, professor of

Scoliosis and Menopause: How Hormonal Changes Affect Spinal Health 

Scoliosis and Menopause: How Hormonal Changes Affect Spinal Health 

People often assume scoliosis peaks during adolescence. And while that’s true for many, scoliosis and menopause are not wide apart from each other. Estrogen modulates many of a woman’s bodily functions. So, when it begins to decline during perimenopause, the drop in this critical hormone can affect your bone health and structure.   Caring for yourself

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The Top 5 Menopause Symptoms: What You Need To Know

If you’re reading this, you might be approaching or are already knee-deep in the wild ride known as menopause. It’s a natural part of aging, but let’s be real—menopause symptoms can be a doozy!   Menopause brings a mixed bag of symptoms, and while some are commonly known, others can sneak up on you. Let’s dive

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Menopause and Constipation : How Hormonal Changes Affects Digestive Health    

During menopause, women commonly encounter a range of symptoms due to hormonal changes, with constipation being a particularly prominent issue. This condition, often exacerbated by the natural decline in estrogen levels, can significantly affect digestive regularity and overall comfort.   Estrogen is crucial in maintaining the health and function of the gastrointestinal tract. As its levels

Observing National Women’s Health Awareness Month

Each May, we celebrate National Women’s Health Awareness Month by empowering and educating women about the complexity of their bodies. Women’s bodies go through unique, distinct phases, from menarche to menopause. Yet few women fully understand each phase and related health conditions, and how they can impact their health and wellbeing.   Take, for instance, type

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Menopause and Eyesight: What Every Woman Needs to Know

Menopause impacts a woman’s whole body. Reproductive changes may attract the most attention, but menopause can affect other bodily systems, too, like your eyes. Menopause and changes to your eyesight often go hand-in-hand, and more awareness can help you take better care of your eyes and recognize symptoms of menopause-related eye conditions early on. Does

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Understanding Medicare Coverage for Menopause-Related Healthcare 

Navigating health insurance systems in the U.S. often proves a challenge at the best of times. Yet, despite any prior coverage, your health insurance will change once you turn 65. Medicare, the federal government’s health insurance, requires people over 65 to enroll in one or more of its insurance plans. Going by this, you must know

Thyroid Disorders and Menopause: Symptoms and Treatment

Thyroid Disorders and Menopause: Symptoms and Treatment

The thyroid – a tiny organ with a huge impact on our metabolic health. Thyroid disease is fairly common. It also tends to affect women more than men – 1 in 8 women have a thyroid disorder. In addition, it often shows up during perimenopause and menopause. In this article, we’ll explore what the thyroid

Can Menopause Trigger High Blood Pressure?

Can Menopause Trigger High Blood Pressure?

Perimenopause and postmenopause can mask symptoms of high blood pressure. However, for women undergoing the menopause transition, the risk for high blood pressure increases. Why does this happen, and what can you do to manage and lower your blood pressure during menopause? Hormonal changes and blood pressure: how menopause impacts women’s heart health People often

How Hyaluronic Acid Can Help You During Menopause

How Hyaluronic Acid Can Help You Through Menopause

Hyaluronic acid is a viscous substance naturally found in the body that attracts and holds onto large amounts of water, making it an excellent biological lubricant. However, with the aging process, production of hyaluronic acid decreases. For menopausal women, the loss of hyaluronic acid in addition to decreasing estrogen levels is a double whammy that

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