What is National Wear Red Day Donning a bright red accessory garners attention any day, but every February 2, wearing red takes on a whole new meaning. The American Heart Association (AHA) first designated February 2 as “Wear Red Day” in 2004 to bring more attention and awareness to women’s heart health. Wear Red Day, […]
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
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
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
What’s the number one cause of death among women? Heart disease. Maybe that’s a statistic you knew, or perhaps you’re learning it for the first time. We do not share this to alarm or hasten a call to your healthcare provider. Rather, we aim to raise awareness and a general understanding of how our heart
As we navigate the various stages of perimenopause, menopause, and even post-menopause, the search for effective ways to manage symptoms and improve overall health often feels like a never-ending quest. That’s why today, we’re diving into the world of phytoestrogens—plant-based compounds that have a very similar structure to estradiol (one of the primary forms of
The hormonal and physiological upheaval of the menopausal transition involves navigating an unfamiliar landscape of new and uncomfortable symptoms. For some women, nausea is one of those symptoms. Following are some of the reasons you may experience nausea during menopause and how you can prevent or manage it. What causes nausea in menopause? Vasomotor Symptoms
A myriad of symptoms accompany the menopause transition, yet some are more comfortable to discuss than others. We tend to be most familiar with side effects like hot flashes and fatigue. And as unpleasant to experience as they are, there’s a host of menopause-related symptoms often left off the list: bowel problems. Yes, we’re talking
Sweaty palms. Racing thoughts. Incessant worrying. These are just a few of the symptoms that some of us may experience during perimenopause and menopause – even those of us who have never battled anxiety before. So, what causes this increase in anxiety levels during menopause, and how can we get back to feeling like ourselves
Healthcare professionals often present hormone replacement therapy (HRT) as the gold standard to minimize perimenopausal and postmenopausal symptoms—and for good reason. Decades of research and testimony affirm its efficacy in relieving the uncomfortable effects of fluctuating and declining hormones. However, women with breast or ovarian cancer, a history of cardiovascular disease, and blood clots may
Food cravings during menopause are just as frustrating as those PMS cravings we thought we finally moved on from. It sometimes feels like a never-ending battle. So, what can be done about these menopausal cravings? Why do we have food cravings? Have you ever craved something sweet, followed by something salty, and then something savory
Getting older comes with its own share of challenges, but there’s one challenge you thought you’d left far in the past: acne. Acne during menopause is not only a nuisance, but it’s common. Most of us consider the days of zit-popping and Clearasil-cleansing part of our wild youth – so we might be surprised to see