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Menopause

Can Licorice Root Help My Hot Flashes?

How to use licorice root to reduce the frequency and intensity of hot flashes—a natural remedy backed by science!

Weight

Weight Issues Run in the Family? Here’s How Women Can Beat Their “Fat” Genes

It's easy to gain weight as you age—especially if weight problems run in your family. But your genes don’t have to be your weight destiny.

Menopause

Menopause Age and Your Risk for Diabetes

Going through menopause early may increase your risk for developing diabetes. Going through it later than normal? A surprising protection.

Sleep

New Products for Better Sleep

Getting a good night's sleep is tough if your partner is a blanket hog or a relentless snorer. It's even…

Menopause

Fennel Eases Symptoms of Menopause

Fennel supplements ease bothersome menopausal symptoms, finds a new study. Fennel is rich in phytoestrogens, which mimic human estrogen.

Menopause

This Diet May Prevent Early Menopause

Early menopause is linked to increased risk of heart disease and diabetes. But eating the right kind of protein may let menopause happen later.

Menopause

The Hot Flash/Diabetes Connection

For menopausal women, severe hot flashes and especially night sweats signal an increased risk for diabetes. Likely culprit? Sleep.

At the Heart of It All

It’s Time to Lower Your Stress—The Not-So-Silent Killer

When it comes to stress, it is critical to look at both what stresses us out and what de-stresses us…so we can combat this chronic threat to our health.

Diet & Nutrition

Dairy Foods Might Help You Delay Menopause

Early menopause—before age 45—is associated with a slew of health problems. Until now, there wasn't much a woman could do…

Menopause

Good Sleep Solutions for Menopause

It's more than just hot flashes that keep women up at night when they're going through menopause. Here's how to get a good night's sleep—again.

Women's Sexual Wellness

Vaginal Dryness in Menopausal Women

Dr. Rubman recommends DHEA vaginal suppositories and squalene for women when vaginal dryness is making them uncomfortable or if they plan to be intimate.

Menopause

Teas for Menopause: Give Hot Flashes and Other Symptoms the Sip

Certain teas can relieve menopause symptoms ranging from hot flashes to brain fog to low libido, according to naturopathic doctor Holly Lucille.

At the Heart of It All

Finding Your Purpose: The Key to Less Stress, Better Health

Your best ammunition against unexpected or unwanted change is how you choose to perceive it. Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum tells why knowing your purpose is key.

Menopause

Overweight? You Might Have Worse Hot Flashes

Menopause researchers used to believe that thin women were more likely to get hot flashes than overweight or obese women. The opposite appears to be true.

Menopause

Menopause Is a Pain in the Back!

After menopause, women are at greater risk for lower back pain due to lumbar disc degeneration. Find out how to fight back.

The Natural Side of Menopause

Healthy Liver, Healthy Hormones…Better Menopause (and Beyond!)

A healthy liver keeps estrogens and other hormones in balance. Important steps to love your liver through menopause and beyond.

Bone Health

Quiz: Menopause and Your Bones

Menopause changes bones in ways you can’t see or feel. Test your knowledge about osteoporosis prevention with this quiz!

Menopause

Special Report: Is Hormone Therapy for Menopause Back?

A major new 18-year study finds that women who take hormone therapy for menopause aren't at risk for increased mortality. Is hormone therapy back?

At the Heart of It All

What Makes You Happy? Menopause Changes That, Too

Hormones really do change how you feel. Once estrogen fades away, so does that impulse towards sacrifice. It’s time to focus on yourself!

Menopause

Make Your Workplace Menopause Friendly

Is your workplace menopause friendly? It makes a big difference. Here's how to make it happen.