The Cycle Syncing Myth: Why “Listening to Your Hormones” Can Hold You Back
You’ve been told to sync your workouts to your cycle. But here’s what no influencer says: The science doesn’t back it up. Meta-analysis shows only a 1.5% average dip in […]
The “How To Peri” Guide: Navigating Perimenopause Like a Boss
like to think of perimenopause as the hormonal rollercoaster that nobody warns you is coming. You’re not alone if you’ve been feeling like your body’s suddenly decided to throw a […]
Building Better Bones: Nutrition Beyond Calcium
You’ve heard it since childhood: “Drink your milk for strong bones!” But the story of bone health—especially for women—is far more fascinating and complex than simply guzzling dairy. Today, I’m […]
Turned-On, Powered-Up: The Hormone-Cognition Connection in Midlife
“Where did I put my keys?” “What was I about to say?” “Why did I walk into this room?” If you’re nodding your head in recognition, you’re experiencing one of […]
Beat the Bloat: The Hormonal Connection
Your science-based guide to finally ending hormonal bloating The Midlife Bloat Epidemic Ever notice your favorite jeans fit perfectly in the morning but by dinner, you look six months pregnant? […]
The 411 on Progesterone: Perimenopause Plot Twist
“I am not myself. I can’t sleep. I keep yelling at my kids, and I’ve never been this anxious. I feel like I’m falling apart and don’t know what to […]
The 411 on Progesterone: Meet Little Miss Demure
Why do I need progesterone? How much should I take? When should I take it? Do I need it if I’ve had a hysterectomy? Can I take it before perimenopause? […]
Is it too late to start HRT?
When it comes to Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), aka Menopause Hormone Therapy (MHT), timing is everything. With the onset of menopause, when you’ve lost most of the estradiol and progesterone […]