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Lemon Balm  (Melissa officinalis)

I love the ease of this herb. It's so easy to find in a garden center, easy to grow, easy to use and it just smells lovely. Lemon balm is a perennial herb, so it com...

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.

Perhaps you’ve found yourself spending extra ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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? ...

Women frequently request book recommendations from each other, and it is no wonder why!  We read books to explore diverse perspectives, expand our knowledge and gain the wisdom of countless authors. H...

The Menopausal Glucose Problem

The ubiquitous refrain of women entering menopause, “I am eating the same but have gained weight, what am I doing wrong?”  Women start exercising more and eating les...

To start with, what is fish oil? 

Fish oil is typically a blend of two omega 3 fatty acids. From here on we’ll just call them DHA and EPA.

Many peri-menopausal woman are aware of the benefits of ome...