Today November 8, is national depression awareness day. In the U.S., one in six women will develop clinical depression in their lifetime. Approximately 15% of women between 40 and 60 years of age are affected by perimenopausal symptoms, which can include mood swings, irritability, weepiness, anxiety, and loneliness which can lead to major depression. Depression …
Introduction When I reached menopause, I felt a lot of symptoms, with anxiety and depression as my least favorite. I wanted to get to understand my hormonal health, and I discovered Estrogen Dominance (ED). Have you ever heard of ED? Let’s learn more about common estrogen dominance symptoms and how you can relieve them! Estrogen …
Introduction Sleeping is one of the most important things we do, and insomnia is the most common complaint I hear from my girlfriends. Sleep helps us regenerate, increases our energy and focus, and gives us the drive to get through the day. But sometimes, it can be challenging to catch up on some shut-eye due …
Dry skin can be an irritating part of menopause, but there are ways to alleviate it. One of the best ways to treat and prevent dry skin is to eat a diet that is hormone-balancing, anti-inflammatory & gut-friendly. Daily exercise and dry brushing are great habits that can detoxify and make the skin supple! It …
A panic attack usually comes without warning. Many women describe it as an intense feeling of fear and anxiety, like losing total control of your car while driving it! Panic Attacks During Menopause You may have heard that panic attacks are common during menopause, but what exactly is a panic attack? A panic attack is …
I’m in love with the lymphatic system and want you to see its fantastic work in the body. Although the lymphatic system doesn’t get much attention, this system deserves the spotlight! The hormonal changes during menopause can cause many symptoms, from hot flashes and night sweats to mood swings and vaginal dryness. Another common symptom …
Perimenopause is where everything starts. It all starts in our late 30s and 40s, a critical time in our lives. We’re busy with family or building a career, preoccupied with being good homemakers or caring for our aging parents. It’s a complicated time for many of us, and we may feel we need to stay …
Sugar, we love it, but we know that too much is bad for us. Get ready because this article will not be sugarcoated due to the fact that not a single corner inside our body is left unaffected by sugar! Maybe I need to calm down now, but I didn’t write this to scare you. …
You know that feeling you get when you can’t think straight? Your brain feels numb, and you can’t make a decision. Your memory is not what it was. So you keep forgetting things: people’s names, items on your mental to-do list, something you were going to say, where you put your keys. It’s starting to get …
As working parents, we are dealing with an unprecedented amount of stress. Between trying to balance the demands of work, family, and personal life, it’s no wonder that so many women feel like they’re losing their minds! But there is hope: ways to stay focused on your work while being a good parent. I’ve learned …