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Menopause and Hair Loss: What Every Woman Needs to Know hair loss hormones metabolism plants & environment supplements May 15, 2024

Hair loss.  It’s a topic that strikes a chord with many women during the menopause transition and beyond, triggering an emotional response like no other.

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Navigating Hormone Testing During the Menopause Transition: An abundance of options and innovative solutions to fit most women. hormones Nov 07, 2023

Perimenopause, the transitional phase before menopause, can be a challenging journey for many women. The hormonal fluctuations during this time can lead to a myriad of symptoms, affecting both physica...

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Embracing Comfort: A Guide to Moisturizers, Lubricants, and Hormonal Solutions for Menopausal Vaginal Health gynecology hormones sexual health vulvovaginal health Oct 27, 2023

Vaginal dryness, a common experience for most women, often leads to discomfort and irritation, impacting not only intimate moments but also everyday life. Surprisingly, this widespread issue remains l...

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Cortisol Harmony: Unveiling Cortisol’s Pivotal Role in Menopausal Wellness hormones Oct 13, 2023

 

Cortisol, oft-termed the "stress hormone," originates from your adrenal glands, playing an indispensable role in governing numerous essential functions in your body - from metabolism and mental acu...

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Unlocking the Mysteries of DHEA: A Guide for Menopausal Women hormones Oct 02, 2023

Ladies, let’s continue our journey through hormones—specifically, DHEA.

It might not be a household name, but for menopausal women,  DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone) is certainly one to know. Here's why...

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The Missing Link: Testosterone's Surprising Influence on Menopause hormones Sep 23, 2023

Get ready to dive deep once again into the fascinating world of hormones, where we’re about to unravel the often-overlooked and misunderstood hormone…testosterone.   While most of us  associate testos...

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Progesterone: The Unsung Heroine of Menopause! hormones Sep 13, 2023

Progesterone is an incredibly under appreciated hormone and a potentially underutilized tool for managing the menopause transition. Since the mid 1920’s when estrogen was “discovered,” estrogen has be...

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What Menopausal Women Need to Know About Estrogen—the New Basics! hormones Sep 07, 2023

Part 1 in a 5 Part series on the Major Hormones of Menopause.

 

ESTROGEN

  

What is estrogen? Why is it important?  How do I know if I am in menopause? Why won’t my doctor test my hormone levels? ...

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