The Link Between Low Testosterone in Women and Stubborn Weight Gain during Perimenopause
Did you know that low testosterone in women can cause weight gain during perimenopause? While most people associate declining estrogen levels with perimenopause, there is another crucial hormone that often goes unnoticed: testosterone. Low testosterone levels in women during perimenopause can have significant impacts on various aspects of their health, including weight management. Perimenopause typically […]
The Top 6 Signs of High Estrogen in Women
And what to do about high estrogen levels in women. As women approach menopause, their estrogen levels naturally begin to decline. However, some women may experience high levels of estrogen, which can lead to various symptoms. Estrogen is responsible for a range of functions in the body, including regulating menstrual cycles, maintaining bone density, influencing […]
The Top 5 Signs of Low Estrogen in Women and What You Can Do About It
As we age, low estrogen in women can cause some very annoying symptoms. In this blog post, we’ll be discussing the top 5 signs of low estrogen in women and what you can do about it.
What Are The Symptoms of Menopause?
So many women wonder what are the symptoms of menopause or the signs of peri-menopause. And many women wonder what age peri-menopause symptoms start and when is the average age of menopause. The truth is that what we think of as “menopause” is usually the time that is called “peri-menopause“. When we think about the […]
Do Detox Diets Work?
We have all heard of detox diets and their supposed magical benefits. But do detox diets work? The answer to that is, “It depends.” The most typical type of detox program these days involves a period of fasting and then a strict diet usually involving veggie juice, smoothies, water, and herbal teas. Often a detox […]
Best Foods to Help You Sleep Better
Did you know that there are some simple, every day foods and beverages that can help you sleep better? Below is a list of those foods and how they could potentially help you sleep better. Tryptophan – Serotonin – Melatonin In order to fall asleep we need to have enough melatonin. Many people talk about […]
Better Sleep for Better Health
Better Sleep is the one factor that probably has the greatest effect on our overall health. If you are not getting enough sleep or your sleep is poor, everything else will pale in comparison. You may feel okay but all of the research says you are probably not. And also keep in mind that the […]
Dynamic Aging
Once I hit 50 I started to think about aging a lot more. What kind of life do I want to be living when I’m 75? When I’m 85? Will I live to be 95? There is a lot of research around this. The field of “longevity” is very popular right now. There are two […]
Why The Fat You Eat Matters
This could potentially be the most important thing for you to know about healthy eating. The fat you eat matters. Like, it really, really matters. Some fats are pro-inflammatory and cause a lot of oxidative stress (excess free radicals). This can cause all kinds of health problems like heart disease and cancer. Other fats clog […]
How Much Protein Should You Eat?
Oh boy…this is the question that has launched a thousand diet wars! Setting aside all of the dietary dogma out there for a moment my simple answer to this question is “listen to your body”. That is step one. If you are not eating enough protein you will most likely be tired and hungry. You […]