Evidence-based menopause research explained in a clear, human way. Lillepin Research explores emerging research on hormones, metabolism, inflammaging, brain health, longevity, nervous system regulation, and the hidden biological systems that shape women’s health after 40.
Menopause Research: Comparing the Evidence for Treating Sun-Damaged and Aging Skin Sun-damaged skin often becomes more noticeable with age as the effects of earlier ultraviolet (UV) exposure gradually appear. Research-backed treatments are increasingly sought after to improve these changes and support healthier-looking skin. Dark spots, fine wrinkles, uneven pigmentation, thinning skin, crepey texture and persistent…
Menopause Research: Daily Collagen Peptides Improved Skin Firmness Even After Supplementation Ended Collagen peptides have become increasingly popular among women looking to support healthier, firmer skin as they age. As collagen production naturally declines over time—and falling estrogen levels around menopause contribute to thinner, less elastic skin—many people wonder whether collagen peptide supplements can help…
Menopause Research: Female hair loss affects more than half of postmenopausal women Changes in hair density is a concern many women share during the menopause transition. It often begins in perimenopause and continues after menopause, although it is much more noticeable in some women than others. For many women, noticing more hair in the brush,…
Menopause Research: Large cross-sectional population study suggests perimenopause may be a critical window for protecting cardiovascular health. For many years, heart disease was mostly associated with older men. Nowadays, we know that cardiovascular disease is also the leading cause of death in women, and the years surrounding menopause appear to be an important time for…
Menopause Research: Large Study Links the Gut Microbiome to Cardiometabolic Health After Menopause Many women notice that their body simply doesn’t seem to work the way it used to after menopause. It becomes harder to manage weight, and cholesterol and blood sugar may begin to rise. Some women also find that their gut health seems…
Menopause Research: Emerging evidence suggests that bone health and emotional well-being may be more closely connected than previously thought When we think about osteoporosis and depression, we tend to see them as completely separate problems. One affects the skeleton. The other affects the mind. But a growing body of research is challenging that view. Scientists…
Menopause Research: A large international study suggests the gut microbiome may play a bigger role in estrogen regulation than previously understood. The relationship between the gut microbiome and estrogen is attracting growing scientific interest. For years, scientists have known that the gut microbiome influences digestion, immunity, metabolism, and inflammation. More recently, researchers have begun exploring…
Menopause Research: Scientists are uncovering how hormonal transitions may influence cognition, focus, and mental clarity. Many women describe noticeable changes in concentration, memory, attention, and mental clarity during perimenopause and menopause. These symptoms are often referred to as “brain fog,” although the experience can vary significantly from person to person. A 2026 review published in…
Menopause Research: Scientists now believe menopause may involve a whole-body biological transition — not just hormonal change. For decades, mainstream medicine has viewed menopause through a tiny keyhole: ovaries shut down, estrogen drops, and reproduction ends. But that’s only a fraction of the story. But a groundbreaking 2026 study published in Nature Aging by researchers…