During menopause and perimenopause, estrogen production in the body slows and hormone levels fluctuate, which can cause wide-ranging symptoms such as irregular periods, hot flashes, and mood swings. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is used to treat hormonal imbalances and the resulting symptoms by putting female hormones back in the body. There are various types of [...]
November is National Healthy Skin Month, an annual event that serves as a reminder to put your skin health at top of mind. There are certain skincare practices that everyone should follow as a general rule of thumb, like protecting the skin with SPF daily. Other skincare routines depend on factors such as skin type [...]
Diabetes, a chronic illness that affects how the body turns food into energy, affects more than 34 million people in the United States. While diabetes is common in both men and women, the disease affects women differently. Women have a higher risk of developing diabetes-related complications, including heart disease, blindness, kidney disease, and depression. Women [...]
Staying physically active is important at all ages and stages of life, especially during menopause. If you’re looking to change up your exercise routine, fall is the perfect time of year to take your physical activity outdoors. From the cooler weather to the changing scenery, the fall season makes for a more enjoyable outdoor exercise [...]
While most women are aware that hormonal changes are the key player in menopause, not all women know that hormonal imbalance can be caused by other health issues as well as environmental factors. Women who have symptoms linked to other causes of hormone imbalance may also be helped by hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in the [...]
September is Healthy Aging Month, so we’ve collected some great tips that will help you live your best life as you get older. 1. Focus on Nutrition Having good nutrition can help you with healthy aging. What you eat has a huge effect on your overall health and wellness at all ages. However, as you [...]
The average age a woman in the US reaches menopause is 52. If a woman reaches earlier than that, it may be considered early menopause or premature menopause. Premature Menopause vs Early Menopause Sometimes the terms early menopause and premature menopause are used interchangeably. They are similar, but they differ based on age guidelines. According [...]
If you are experiencing hot flashes and night sweats due to menopause, then the high temperatures associated with the summer season may not be welcome. There’s nothing you can do about the weather, but you can try the following things to keep cool. 1. Wear Cool Clothes If you’re dealing with hot flashes and night [...]
Because June is Men’s Health Month, now is the perfect time to talk about an issue that many men deal with; low testosterone or low T. Low T symptoms can interfere with a man’s daily life and this hormonal imbalance can cause other health issues. Luckily, doctors that specialize in hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can [...]
Self-care has been a popular subject in recent years, but not everyone knows exactly what it entails. It’s not all about spa days and pampering. It’s about prioritizing your own mental and physical health. When going through the change of menopause or dealing with unusual life circumstances, self-care becomes even more important. To improve your [...]
