Tag Archive for: menopause

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Dressed for a Formal Event that Nobody Else was Attending

For over two years, a few mornings a week, I would get up in the dark, put on my swimsuit, a big lined swim coat, and a thick beanie. I made a cup of coffee, got into my car, and drove to a quiet bay. I made a date with a good friend and…

Metabolic Syndrome: A Primer

Nobody wakes up and feels like they have metabolic syndrome. It builds quietly while we are managing the symptoms we can feel. Knowing what to look for and being willing to make diet and lifestyle changes are among the most proactive steps…
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The Estrobolome: What is Missing From Most Menopause Conversations

I find it fascinating that there is a community of bacteria deep in your gut whose entire job is to manage your estrogen. Most women have never heard of it. But in perimenopause, it becomes one of the most important…
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Fiber and Short Chain Fatty Acids The Underappreciated Nutrients in Bone Health

When we think about bone health, the conversation usually starts with calcium, vitamin D, strength training, and bone density scans. These are all important, but they don’t tell the whole story. A new longitudinal study published in Osteoporosis…
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Heart Health: A Whole-Body Perspective

Cardiovascular disease is the number one cause of death in women. When we talk about cardiovascular health, the conversation often starts and ends with cholesterol numbers and blood pressure readings. Those markers matter, but they are only…
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Hormone replacement is not a “set-it-and-forget-it” situation

I often talk about how we need to check in with our diet and lifestyle habits as we age to make sure that they are still working for us.  Are we getting enough protein, fiber, and colorful vegetables? Are we drinking enough water? Building…
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Bone Health More Than Calcium, Strength Training, and DEXA Scans

Two months ago, I had a long-awaited and planned total knee replacement. One of the reasons I chose to do the replacement now instead of continuing to wait is that I have some osteopenia in the hip of the leg with my knee issues. I found I was…
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Blood Sugar Imbalances: What They Tell Us

When most people hear "blood sugar," they think prediabetes or diabetes. But what if I told you that blood sugar balance impacts almost every part of how you feel, long before a diagnosis ever happens? Things like: Afternoon energy…
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Diet & Lifestyle Habits to Reduce Cardiometabolic Risk

February is Heart Health Month; if you’re in midlife, this one’s for you. When I talk about heart health, I am really talking about something more comprehensive: cardiometabolic disease. It develops when metabolic dysfunction—like high…
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Simple Steps to Help Calm Stress and Inflammation

It’s no secret that life feels more stressful than ever. With schedules and commitments that leave us rushing from one thing to another, worrying about the “what-ifs” on repeat, skipping meals or making less than optimal choices because…
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Heart Health: Cardiovascular disease is the number one cause of death in the U.S. for both men and women

Did you know that cardiovascular disease is the number one cause of death in the U.S. for both men and women? While women may have a lower risk of cardiovascular disease before menopause, that risk increases after menopause when estrogen, which…
The 13 Best Whole Foods To Aid Weight Loss In Perimenopause

The 13 Best Whole Foods To Aid Weight Loss In Perimenopause

I recently reviewed a blog post on the best whole foods to help support weight loss in perimenopause.  Reviewed and endorsed by our in-house nutritionist, Barbara Sobel. Have you noticed the pounds creeping on despite your best efforts…
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3 Tips for Addressing Menopause Weight Gain

Menopause is a complex transition in a woman’s life. During the process, many women gain weight, especially in the midsection. There are a lot of theories on why this may occur. Increased stress, decreased sleep, decreased insulin sensitivity,…
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The Best Menopause Diet: Keto, Paleo, Low Carb, Mediterranean, or Vegan/ Plant-Based?

I am super excited to be teaming up with BossaBars, a brand new bar for women in the transition from peri-menopause through menopause. BossaBars believes that the time has come to shift our beliefs about the experience of menopause from shame…