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General Health
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Why Women Gain Weight in the Midsection During Perimenopause and Menopause

One of the most common (and frustrating) changes women notice in midlife is weight gain—especially around the midsection. I know this firsthand: when I entered perimenopause, I was shocked at

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Mental Wellness
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Grief, Hormones, and Menopause: How Loss Shapes the Midlife Experience

Grief is a powerful, life-altering experience. For women navigating menopause, the emotional and physical impact of loss can feel even more overwhelming. In 2021, we lost our son, Drew, so

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Mental Wellness
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Menopause Mood Swings: What’s Really Going On

If you've ever felt like you're riding an emotional rollercoaster during menopause, you're not alone—and you're definitely not imagining things. One moment you're fine, and the next you're overwhelmed, irritated,

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Menopause Basics
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How I’m Redefining Midlife—My Way

For most of my life, I thought I had a pretty clear picture of what “midlife” looked like. Slowing down, fading into the background a bit, dealing with inevitable weight

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Strength Training
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Why Strength Training Is Non-Negotiable for Me in Menopause

***Always consult with your healthcare provider before starting any new diet, supplement, or fitness program to ensure it’s safe and appropriate for your individual health needs.*** When I entered menopause, I

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Sleep
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The Power of Sleep in Menopause

If you’re in perimenopause or menopause and struggling with sleep—you’re not alone. In a cross-sectional-analytical study looking at the quality of sleep in women with menopause, researchers found that 49.9% of

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Supplement
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The Benefits of Creatine for Perimenopausal and Menopausal Women

***Always consult with your healthcare provider before starting any new diet, supplement, or fitness program to ensure it’s safe and appropriate for your individual health needs.*** When we talk about supplements

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Supplement
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My Midlife Supplement Stack: What’s Helping Me Thrive in Menopause

***Always consult with your healthcare provider before starting any new diet, supplement, or fitness program to ensure it’s safe and appropriate for your individual health needs.*** Menopause is a major transition—and

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Supplement
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Lemon Ginger Shots: A Simple Daily Boost for Digestion, Immunity & Energy

***Always consult with your healthcare provider before starting any new diet, supplement, or fitness program to ensure it’s safe and appropriate for your individual health needs.*** If you are looking for

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