Perimenopause and menopause aren’t just about hot flashes and irregular periods. For many women, the most frustrating symptom isn’t even physical; it’s mental. Words escape you mid-sentence, concentration slips away, and your once-sharp memory feels sluggish. These are all examples of what perimenopause brain fog feels like. They’re among the most common (yet least discussed) cognitive changes to occur1 during …
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health challenges globally, especially among women, young adults, and teenagers. Nearly 1 in 3 adults in the U.S.1 will experience an anxiety disorder at some point in their lives, which can range from generalized anxiety to panic attacks, social anxiety, and other types. What’s so alarming is that these numbers have been …
If you struggle with falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up groggy, you’re not alone. In fact, research suggests that up to 60% of adults don’t get enough magnesium, and low levels of this essential mineral are strongly linked to poor sleep quality. Magnesium isn’t just a mineral for muscles and energy — it’s one of the body’s most powerful …
We often think of menopause as a hormone story, and it certainly is. But there’s another side of the equation that gets far less attention: your mitochondria, and more specifically, how they change as you enter perimenopause and get older. Mitochondria, which are tiny “energy factories” inside your cells, are intricately connected to hormone production, brain function, metabolic health, and …
Foods high in polyphenols include berries, grapes, dark chocolate, coffee, tea, and spices like turmeric and cloves. These plant compounds are antioxidants that fight inflammation, balance hormones, and support heart, brain, and gut health. But polyphenols do more than just protect your cells. For women navigating hormone shifts in their 30s, 40s, and 50s, they offer support for metabolism, inflammation, …
Heavy periods in perimenopause are one of the most common (and frustrating) symptoms women face in their 40s and 50s. If you’ve noticed heavier bleeding, large clots, or sudden flooding during your period, you’re not alone. Perimenopause is a time of major hormonal shifts, and for many women, one of the most noticeable (and disruptive) changes is to their periods1, …
Hormonal changes during midlife, including perimenopause and menopause, usually cause more than just hot flashes and irregular cycles. For many women, this time can trigger what feels like a perimenopause anxiety disorder—sudden waves of worry, restless nights, and emotional unease. At least 40% to 50% of perimenopausal women1 report dealing with mental health challenges, such as mood swings and insomnia, …
If you’re a woman navigating both menopause and an autoimmune disease at the same time, you might have noticed your symptoms shifting in ways your doctor didn’t fully prepare you for. For example, unpredictable flare-ups, stubborn signs of inflammation, and hormonal chaos can all occur during this transitional phase and can feel like a storm no one warned you about. …
If you’re a woman navigating ADHD—whether you’re newly diagnosed, in your 30s or 40s, or noticing your symptoms intensify during PMS or perimenopause—this list is for you. ADHD in women often goes unrecognized or misunderstood. But the right podcast can help you feel validated, supported, and equipped with tools that actually work for your brain and body. From hormone-aware strategies …