Hormone imbalance due to perimenopause comes with a long list of physical and emotional ailments. Some more embarrassing than others. If you’re dealing with constipation, diarrhea, bloating and excessive belching, you may be wondering: “Can hormone imbalance cause digestive problems?” The answer is, yes. Fluctuating hormones due to perimenopause can absolutely cause digestive issues. Take […]

Hot flashes are the worst. They can come at any time, when you least expect it. For some women, their hot flashes are so bad that they tend to avoid going out altogether. But for others, it’s eating that brings them on. And not just certain foods. Pretty much any and every kind, from each […]

So what is the average age of perimenopause? Most professionals would answer around 45. But in reality you can start experiencing symptoms in your late thirties. For some women, it can come much sooner and they notice hormone changes as early as their twenties. The length of time can also vary. Some women are perimenopausal […]

Depression is one of the 66 symptoms associated with perimenopause. I would even venture to say it is one of the more common ones us peri gals suffer from. Approaching or entering middle age can cause many of us to dwell in regret and all the unresolved issues from our past. That, combined with our […]

If you know firsthand the discomfort of sharp pains in breast that come and go, you are not alone. Many women in their 30’s and 40’s experience the same thing. And we’re not talking about a little soreness here. I am referring to a sharp shooting ache that can often linger for some time. While […]

Most women understand the importance of diet and exercise when it comes to hormone health. Your level of physical activity and the foods you eat have a direct impact on maintaining healthy hormone levels. That’s why it’s crucial to eat right and get enough exercise if you want to ease symptoms during your perimenopause years. […]

Does any of this sound like you? Joanne was a vibrant, 30-something year old with a very active lifestyle. She partied with her friends every weekend, spent time with her 2 Labrador Retrievers at home and was a real go-getter at work. Until she wasn’t. Not long after her 34th birthday, she started getting headaches. These […]

What if I told you that conventional HRT was completely unnecessary. And that you don’t have to endure the typical hormone replacement therapy side effects that come with these drugs if you don’t want to. In fact, almost everyone can avoid taking prescription drugs if they choose. No matter what their age. Yes, it’s true. […]

Saggy skin. Flat Hair. Dry eyes. Acne. Wrinkles. Facial hair. And one of the most embarrassing: Hair loss. Particularly if you are a woman experiencing male pattern hair loss. Perimenopause can do a number on your health, but it can also wreak havoc on your appearance. If you struggle with serious health problems like fatigue, […]

Have you ever gone to your doctor to get relief from your perimenopause symptoms, only to have him say something like the following: “Hormones are complicated. There’s not much we can do.” “Just tough it out. It’ll be over soon.” Or my favorite: “Try to embrace it.” Or maybe your doctor failed to recognize the […]