On average women gain around 10-15 pounds during the menopause transition. But, is there a way to prevent this weight gain? If it’s already happened is there anything you can do to lose weight? If you are struggling with weight gain after menopause then this is the article for you. We are going to explore …
Is salivary cortisol testing worth the price tag? There are many ways to check your cortisol level and the salivary method has gained popularity over the years but is it the best way? In this post, we are going to discuss why you may want to hold out on getting your salivary cortisol levels checked, …
Are hormone pellets the holy grail of hormone replacement therapy? Do they really provide you with a hands-off, low-maintenance solution to your symptoms? Not exactly, but there’s a time and place for them to be used. If you were to ask me, though, I would tell you there are plenty of other, better options available. …
Are you suffering from depression, weight gain, hot flashes, or menstrual irregularities? Are you approaching the age of 50? If so, then these symptoms may be attributed to the decline in important sex hormones which is seen during the menopause transition. You can easily identify if you are in menopause with some very simple tests. …
The endocrine system is probably one of the most important systems in your entire body. Why? Because it produces the hormones that make you, you. Small changes to these hormones can result in big symptoms in your quality of life. Fatigue, weight gain, mood changes, and libido changes are just some of the consequences of …
Biest may be the preferred way to treat low estrogen in the setting of menopause. Learn more about why this combination medication is preferred to other formulations, how it works in your body, how it may be protective against breast cancer, how to dose it, and more: Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy & Biest Bio-identical hormone …
Are you struggling with weight gain at menopause? If so then you are not alone. Many women find that they gain an extra 10-15 (or more) during the menopause transition. If you fit into this category then understanding what foods you should be eating (and avoiding) is an important step in helping you lose those …
Are you worried that your estrogen levels may not be normal? Are you getting older and experiencing weight gain or other changes that you know are not normal? Are you younger but having issues with fertility, mood, or menstrual issues? If so, then estrogen imbalance may be an issue for you. Learn more about the …
Are you experiencing mild weight gain, hot flashes, or menstrual irregularities? If so, these may all be early indicators that your hormones are in flux and you may be in the stage known as perimenopause. Learn everything you need to know about this condition including how it presents with symptoms, how to test for it …
Are you suffering from hot flashes, weight gain, depression, or other symptoms of low estrogen? Have you considered using the medication estradiol to help reduce these symptoms? If so, this is the article for you. We are going to discuss the importance of estradiol in the female body, how it interacts with other important sex …
