Tag Archive for: womens health

two swimmers walking into a bay with dramatic clouds

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…
shredded colorful vegetablesBarbar Sobel Nutrition 2026

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…
obscured view of light with circles and stripes

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…
flowers in field

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…
artisan sheep yogurt jars

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…
bowl with pomegranate seeds and chunks of kiwiBarbara Sobel 2025

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…
tree lined walk wayBarbara Sobel 2025

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…
thinly sliced cucumber, radish, yellow beets for dippingBarbaraSobel 2025

Mindful Eating: A Strategy for Midlife

As we move through midlife, many of us experience shifts in our bodies, energy levels, and overall health. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by these changes and the sheer volume of advice about how to eat and live well. But one simple, transformative…
grey heart shapes behind a brown backgroung

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…
abstract painting of flowers

Taking Care of You: A Mind-Body Skills Group for Women

In case you missed the announcement, I wanted to make sure that you heard the exciting news... I am launching  Taking Care of You: A Mind-Body Skills Group for Women on April 15th Last week I had the opportunity to hear Glennon Doyle…
purple wild flowers growning between rocks

One Woman’s Compelling Story To A Better Night’s Sleep and a Whole Lot More

Today I wanted to share with you one client's transformational experience. It's a story you might relate to, like I did. I was first introduced to this client through a mutual friend. We got to talking about the trouble she was having falling…