Are hot flushes ruining your day (or your night?) You’re in good company – around 75% of women will experience hot flashes during perimenopause. For some, they can linger for months or even years after menopause hits! But just because they are common doesn’t mean you...
Has your doctor suggested using the Pill for perimenopause management and contraception? While it’s amazing that women have more options (and legal ones at that!) for preventing pregnancy and balancing hormones, it’s not a fit for everyone. If you’re considering...
Do you find your moods, energy and perimenopausal symptoms fluctuate wildly? Welcome to the estrogen rollercoaster – aka the nightmare ride that many get stuck on when transitioning to menopause. Unfortunately, estrogen does not follow a slow, gradual, gentle decline....
Unlike women, men don’t experience a complete decline in sex hormones. But there is a lesser-known syndrome known as andropause – when a man experiences a decline in testosterone and develops symptoms as a result. So what does andropause look like, and what can be...
Have you noticed your periods are heavier in your 40s? Heavy bleeding during perimenopause is common, but that doesn’t mean it is normal or inevitable. Once you figure out the cause of your heavy bleeding, you can take steps to reduce or even reverse the problem. So...
Hands up if you ever wished your period just vanished? Whether you have an underlying condition, symptoms of PMS or just a heavy, painful cycle, it’s common to wish it away. But we actually want you to hold on to your period for as long as possible. WHY YOU WANT TO...
With the warmer weather hitting, you’ll start to see ads everywhere telling you to do a detox, a health kick or a spring cleanse. Spring is traditionally a time of renewal and refreshment. Traditional herbalists used the plants available during spring time to support...
Breakouts are a common experience for women, particularly during times of transition. We all remember dreading pimples during puberty, but no one ever warned us about perimenopausal acne! Don’t just reach for the scrubs, peels and harsh cleansers that supposedly work...
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