perimenopause Archives

8 Causes that May Be At the Root of Your Hair Loss

Wondering how much hair loss is normal? Find out what’s causing this distressing hair issue—and what you can do about it. Whether you’ve spent your life trying to style thick, unruly strands into submission or add volume to limp locks, you’ve probably thought of your hair as “problem hair” at some point. But if you’ve […]

Your Secret Ingredient Against Hot Flashes? Siberian Rhubarb Root.

Menopause is inevitable for half of the population. Accompanying menopause is a laundry list of discomforts that can make it a dreadful experience rather than an exciting new chapter. Fortunately, an age-old plant called Siberian rhubarb has the potential to improve the menopause experience. What is Siberian rhubarb root? Siberian rhubarb, also known as rhapontic […]

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7 Ways to Manage Menopause Weight Gain

Depending on whether you’re in perimenopause, have reached menopause, or are post-menopausal, you could be experiencing any combination of symptoms: vacillating between chills and night sweats, thinning hair, dry skin, vaginal dryness, low libido, and even mental health-related symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and insomnia. Another common signifier of the menopausal period is the overall […]

How Hormones Impact Your Skin In Your 20s, 30s, 40s, And Beyond

When people talk about hormones, it’s often in relation to how they affect things like mood and energy levels, PMS symptoms, libido, and metabolism. But the truth is, these vital chemical messengers can have a profound effect on your skin, too. If you’ve ever dealt with hormonal acne you’re probably well aware of this, but […]

This Menopause Supplement Will Help You Cool Down and Feel More You Again

If you’ve been searching for a menopause supplement for hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, fatigue, and more, HUM’s Fan Club is the solution you’ve been looking for. Jennifer Martin-Biggers, PhD, MS, RDN, HUM’s VP of scientific affairs and education explains why supplements for menopause can make this time easier and how Fan Club’s star […]

Cool Down Night Sweats with These 11 Expert-Approved Tips

Night sweats are unpleasant, at best, and dangerous, at worst. Here’s what causes night sweats—and what you can do to banish them from your bedroom for good. There’s nothing better than crawling into your bed, snuggling under the covers, and settling in for a long, restful night of sleep. And there’s nothing worse than waking […]

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Menopause (But Were Afraid to Ask)

Between 2014-2025, 1.1 billion women will have gone through menopause. To put that into perspective, the U.S. currently has around 169 million females. Suffice it to say (postmenopausal) women run the world. Yet, 60 percent of women say the physical and mental effects of declining hormone levels aren’t discussed enough, leaving them feeling unprepared for […]

Not In The Mood? Here’s What Could Be Behind Your Low Sex Drive

An OB-GYN and sex therapist discuss possible causes of low libido in women and strategies to help you feel better about and recharge your sex drive. There are times, even when the setting seems to be just right, that your body might not feel it’s the right moment for any kind of sex. If this […]

In Your 40s? You’ll Want to Add These 7 Foods To Your Diet

Perimenopause can be a confusing time with uncomfortable symptoms, but you don’t have to just grin and bear it. Adopt a perimenopause diet to help to ease symptoms with these foods. Perimenopause is something that isn’t commonly talked about (but should be). And yet, the symptoms—insomnia, hot flashes, mood changes—can be life-altering. Many women in […]