Does weight gain have to come with menopause?
Menopause is the natural biological process that marks the end of a woman’s reproductive years. During this time, the body’s production of estrogen and progesterone decreases, leading to several changes in the body. Estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone are hormones that play essential roles in the menstrual cycle and the transition to menopause. Estrogen is the […]
Understanding hormone imbalance in menopause
It is generally taken for granted that the onset of menopause is related primarily to the sharp fall-off in estrogen levels as women pass beyond their reproductive age. Usually, the decline in estrogen can begin in the early 40s. Still, there are no hard-and-fast guidelines as to when the level starts to fall off and […]
Ten women who are beating the image of being ‘too old to compete’
For too long, many cultures have seen a woman’s passage into her years beyond reproduction as a sign that she has ‘grown too old to compete’, and that it’s time for her to perhaps consider scaling back the level of her participation in competitive life. However, this attitude bears no reality when you consider the […]
Maintaining hormone balance in women
From the beginning of a female’s reproductive life and beyond that into menopause, the primary state of her health and fertility is highly dependent on the levels and interactions of two hormones. If, and unfortunately, that’s also when they get out of balance, she can lose her ability to conceive and give birth, and enjoy […]
Hair-loss? You are not alone!
If you’re suffering from hair loss for any reason, it’s important to understand that you’re not alone! In fact, it affects around 50 million men in the US and around 30 million women. Yes, that’s right – women too! About half of women in their 50s will be dealing with some form of pattern hair […]
Having Sex in Old Age Can Improve Cognitive Function
Having sex in old age is healthy – and now there’s proof to support it. Now there’s no reason to prioritize Sudoku and crosswords because you can achieve the same result with sex, according to the latest research. New studies have come out showing that seniors enjoying frequent sexual activity can actually benefit from improved […]
Managing the Hot Flashes of Menopause
When we think about menopause, one of the first things that come to mind is hot flashes. Hot flashes, as well as night sweats, are perhaps the most common complaints. Hot flashes are likely to occur from several months to several years after a woman has reached menopause. Considering the fact that it could last […]
The Truth about Soy and Hormones
Research and opinions have been going back and forth for years as to the effects of soy on hormones. Many still hold the belief that soy can affect hormone levels in a negative way that causes testosterone to drop and estrogen to rise. However, new studies are finally putting these myths to rest. Before we […]
Depression? Menopausal? There’s a Link You May Not Know About
It is a well known fact that women transitioning to menopause experience a number of symptoms. One of the possible symptoms some women may experience during this time is depression. But is being depressed during menopause caused from the change in hormones? Or are there other reasons too? It is said that women who are […]
ADHD, Hormones and You
We know how changes in hormones can affect mood, energy levels, sleep and libido – but new research is now showing that hormones can also have an impact on ADHD. A recent study was conducted by Michelle Martel, a professor in psychology at a UK college. She is examining ADHD symptoms in young women. It […]