Menopause

Even still, perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause all hit us in a different light. Some women get it worse than others, and some women are practically let off the hook. All these lifestyle changes make us emotional and vulnerable to everyday life. Juggling what our bodies are going through and what’s going on in our minds […]

Antioxidant rich foods, heart-healthy foods, foods for keeping muscle, essential foods for bone health, and cooling foods to help prevent hot flashes are all good for us while we’re dealing with menopause. Each category of foods serves its purpose perfectly, especially considering the decline in estrogen levels throughout our body negatively impacts our overall metabolism […]

Menopause face can lead to loss of collagen, an increase in loose skin, production of wrinkles, thinning of the skin, dry skin, facial flushing, hyperpigmentation and age spots, bags under the eyes, and increased sun damage. That’s why it’s important for us to stay on top of these symptoms. It’s important for us to take […]

While the age of perimenopause varies from one woman to another, the average age of perimenopause is between 42 and 47 years old. Several factors can influence this age, such as the occurrence of irregular menstrual cycles, genetics, stress, socioeconomic factors, marital status, diet, smoking, alcohol consumption, ovarian surgery, and chemotherapy. Some factors cannot be […]

So, if you’re asking yourself is it normal to have breast pain after menopause, the answer is yes. Ultimately, we want to know and be aware of the changes that our breasts can go through during these times, so that we can also prepare ourselves for what our breasts will look like after menopause. Questions […]

What symptoms do we not have to look forward to, though? Which ones will affect us more so than others? There are 34 main symptoms associated with menopause. We need to know what happens, though, before we hit our menopause age. For example, when exactly do the hot flashes start? Early on or a few […]

Our temperature goes up and we can’t control it. We start to sweat and feel uncomfortable. And, our heart rate sometimes rises more than normal. The worst part about a hot flash is that they’re nearly uncontrollable once they start. Yes, there are ways to prevent or even reduce hot flash occurrences, but hot flashes […]

But the foods to avoid during menopause aren’t foods that would harm you and your body. No, the foods are to be avoided so that you can minimize the awful symptoms that come along with menopause. Think about it. Spicy foods aren’t going to help hot flashes go away. Caffeine isn’t going to make insomnia […]

Sex is a big part of life, and a big part of our relationship with our partner. Life after menopause isn’t meant to be sexless. To ease your overthinking mind early on, the answer to the question is yes, you can orgasm after menopause. It’s not necessarily an easy ride, though. You have to work […]

Medical treatments and therapies can change a woman’s mood in a positive way. There are long term and short term procedures to choose from. Herbal supplements are another healthcare option that can help. Then, there’s the old fashioned exercise regularly and keep to a healthy diet to boost overall mood. Limiting what stresses you out […]

But ladies, there is a solution to menopause weight gain – or multiple solutions if I’m being honest. You just have to have faith in yourself, remind yourself that you can reduce that belly fat, and stay in line with that motivation. Stomach fat is unavoidable for many women, especially as they age. Yes, that’s […]