You’re in perimenopause or menopause and the hot flashes, mood swings, and brain fog are out of control. Your intuition and your doctor tell you this is because your estrogen is dropping. So of course you need to add estrogen to your life, right? Before you go there, I’d encourage you to explore how pregnenolone benefits your menopause experience first. In my private practice, I’ve seen pregnenolone, especially when combined with progesterone, accomplish some pretty spectacular things for menopausal women…all without the harsh and potentially dangerous side effects of estrogen therapy. In ..read more

You’re feeling tired. You’re having hot flashes. Your hair’s falling out in the shower. Is it menopause, or is it your thyroid? Or is it both? The hormonal changes that rock your entire body during perimenopause and menopause can mimic thyroid symptoms and vice versa. And menopause, with its drop in crucial hormones can wreak havoc on your thyroid — whether you already have hypothyroidism or if you’ve never had thyroid problems before. The truth is, that issues with your thyroid and menopause share a complex connection that can have a major impact on your health and well-being. Let’s take a ..read more

The signs of hormonal imbalance can be tricky to spot for some, and glaringly obvious for others. Things can get even more complicated because often, the signs of hormone imbalance can mimic dozens of other conditions. Which means things get dismissed, or misdiagnosed. Many women, especially younger women, don’t realize that their hormones and lack of hormone balance are what’s causing their uncomfortable symptoms…and they spend years struggling before they find answers. I’d like to shorten that time frame for you significantly.  In this article, I’m going to walk you through what hormone ..read more

We talk a lot about estrogen, especially in perimenopause and menopause. But there’s another hormone that’s equally important to women’s health (and sanity): progesterone. And honestly, it’s progesterone’s steep decline that can start in your 30s that really starts to kick off the difficult and debilitating perimenopause and menopause symptoms. So let’s talk about how to increase progesterone naturally. Because if you’ve been suffering from headaches, migraines, wicked PMS, period pain, anxiety, depression, hot flashes, night sweats, or your cycle is unpredictable — a lack of sufficient proges ..read more

Building muscle is one of the most important things you can do as you age. It helps improve every single health marker you can think of and it makes you look better in your clothes. To top it off, resistance training is pretty simple to do.  In this article, I’m exploring: The many ways muscle can help improve your health The most common objection I get when talking about strength training How to build muscle, even if you’re in perimenopause or menopause How maca root can help you build muscle and reach your fitness goals faster  5 Ways Muscle Is Critical For Your Health I’ll say i ..read more

You asked for them, and here they are! A collection of my favorite maca powder recipes. I love to put maca in everything — breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Because while maca can be a powerful ally on your menopause journey for its hormone-balancing benefits, I also love the way it makes my skin look and feel.  That’s right, maca packs a serious punch when it comes to your skin. Let’s take a quick look at why it’s my glow-to and delicious ways to get more of it into your diet.  Maca Powder Skin Benefits Maca is packed with all sorts of vitamins and minerals, including vitamins C, D, and ..read more

It starts innocently enough. You walk into a room and forget why you were there. Then you start to notice you can’t seem to focus on demanding tasks the way you used to. Maybe you get frustrated by simple things more easily these days. You’re worried all the time and you’re not sure why. Or you find your motivation has tanked.  Maybe you even find yourself wondering: is it menopause brain fog or dementia?  This is what menopause brain fog takes from you. It steals your fire and makes you feel afraid.  But it doesn’t have to be like this forever, Girlfriend.  In this article ..read more

Have you heard about maca’s weight loss potential? Because my favorite root from Peru is getting some attention lately as a weight loss herb. Now, don't get me wrong, maca isn't some magical pill that'll melt the fat away overnight. But, it's got some pretty neat ways of helping support you on your weight loss journey.  While direct evidence linking maca to weight loss is still emerging, there are a few ways maca root could help with weight loss. In this article, we’ll explore: Maca's ability to control blood glucose levels (which can be crucial in managing body weight) How maca can help ..read more

If I told you that you could add one single plant to your diet and you could see a wildly improved menopause experience — from hot flashes to weight gain…would you eat it? Well, today I’m going in-depth on that one plant: maca! And we’re answering the big question I often get about maca root: what does it do?  In this article, I’m exploring my favorite adaptogen and talking about how maca can help you in menopause. Let’s take a look at maca root, the powerful nutrients it contains, and the science behind this amazing plant.  What Is Maca Root? Maca root’s scientific name is Lepidium ..read more

Menopause and bloating — two words we have to put together way too often. I mean how many times have you struggled with getting your pants buttoned? Or absolutely hated the way you look in the mirror from the side? I know I’ve personally been there more times than I can count.  If this is your struggle, take heart. There are so many things you can do to get that bloating, gas, and discomfort under control. So you can slip on your pants and have extra room in the waist. Sound too good to be true? I promise it isn’t. I’ve helped thousands of women over the years put an end to their “menopau ..read more