Mood Changes in Perimenopause: Why They Happen and What You Can Do
Perimenopause is often talked about in terms of hot flashes and irregular periods, but for many women, the most disruptive symptoms are emotional. You may feel more anxious, irritable, overwhelmed, tearful, emotionally reactive, or unlike yourself. Some women describe feeling suddenly “flat,” unmotivated, or unable to cope with stress the way they used to. Others […]
So You Have High Cholesterol, Now What?
So You Have High Cholesterol, Now What? A Guide for Post-Menopausal Women If you’ve recently been told that you have high cholesterol, you’re not alone—especially if you’re post-menopausal. It’s a common issue that many women face as hormone levels shift, and cardiovascular risk increases with age. But the good news is that there are natural […]
Managing Menopause Naturally: Herbs and Hormones
I was working with a patient for many months. We were trying to get her night sweats under control so that she could sleep. The lack of sleep was disrupting her daytime life with fatigue and brain fog. After many trials with many herbs, I brought up the possibility of bioidentical hormones to manage her […]