Articles for topic: Menopause
5 Simple Solutions For Hot Flushes
Bioidentical hormones can really help you get control of your flushes and night sweats, but these everyday tips will make a difference too.
Getting Older And Staying Smart
We worry that as we age we become less able and certainly that is the accepted wisdom, but it may not be the case.
Depression At Menopause And Why Drugs May Not Be The Answer
Menopausal symptoms can be helped in a variety of ways from bioidentical hormones to herbs. Depression is a common experience but are antidepressants the whole story?
Could Chronic Pain Treatment Help Hot Flushes?
It is estimated that from 30-80% of menopausal women suffer, so solutions are welcome. Hormone balance is key but could a new treatment help too?
Why 5 Years Is The Maximum Recommended Time For HRT
Latest guidelines on long term HRT use confirm increased health risks particularly for cancer, heart attack and strokes.
Can You Predict The Start Of Your Menopause?
Is it possible to know when your body is going to no longer be fertile?
HRT Boosts Muscle According To Study Of 12 Women
Although 12 is a good number for a jury, it’s not enough to convince that a research finding has widespread applications.
Why Your Belly Is Good For Your Bones
Bioidentical natural progesterone, and that slight increase in your belly at menopause, will both help protect your bones.
Which Hormone To Supplement? Progesterone, Oestrogen or Both?
Hormone balance is critical for our health and wellbeing, but which hormone or hormones do you need, and how do you decide?
Combined HRT Increases Breast Cancer Risk
The effect of excess oestrogen on breast cancer risk is well known, but it is worse if combined with synthetic progestins/progestogens.