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…
The surprising connection between estrogen, your skin barrier, histamine, and why itching often appears during menopause. Menopause itching is a surprisingly common symptom during a woman’s transition, yet it rarely receives the same attention as hot flashes, night sweats, or brain fog. Have you ever had itchy ears or an itchy scalp and wondered why?…
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…
Discover how Aqua Pilates uses the natural properties of water to build strength, protect your joints, and support healthy aging Aqua Pilates is changing the way people think about low-impact exercise. By combining the controlled movements of traditional Pilates with the natural support and resistance of water, it offers a workout that can build strength,…
Aloe vera is probably best known for its soothing role in after-sun care, but this versatile plant has far more to offer than simply cooling sunburned skin. As we move through our 40s, 50s, and beyond, we begin to notice skin changes that can be difficult to ignore. Our skin may feel drier, more sensitive,…
For years, women have said that men go through their own version of male menopause. It became a standing joke that when a man suddenly became irritable, bought a sports car, changed careers, started dressing differently, or seemed determined to prove he was still 25, he is going through a “midlife crisis.” And sometimes that’s…
Many people think of testosterone as the “male hormone.” In reality, testosterone is important for both men and women. While men naturally produce much larger amounts, women also rely on testosterone for energy, muscle strength, bone health, mood, cognitive function, and sexual wellbeing. Like estrogen, testosterone is far more than a reproductive hormone. It acts…
Many men reach their 40s or 50s and start to notice small changes they can’t quite explain. Unfortunately, talking about these issues still seems to be a major hurdle for many. Many men spend years assuming they simply need to work harder, push through, or accept the changes as part of getting older. As a…
The Traditional German Oat Routine That Is Getting New Attention Can Oats Lower Cholesterol? Oats may be one of the simplest foods for supporting healthy cholesterol during menopause. Many women are surprised when a routine blood test suddenly shows higher cholesterol levels after 40. You may be eating much the same way you always have….
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…