The power of key vitamins in the maintenance of healthy bones and calcium absorption. Our bones are continuously changing — new bone is made and old bone is broken down, this is called bone ‘remodelling’. Most people reach their peak bone mass around age 30. After that, bone remodelling continues, but you lose slightly more bone mass then you gain. Diet, physical activity... Source ..read more

Seeking support during menopause in the workplace can, unfortunately, be challenging. I’ve put together a step-by-step guide on how to approach this sensitive conversation with your manager, and it’s been published on Healthnews.ie as part of their women’s health campaign. Navigating the workplace during menopause can be a journey filled with unexpected twists and turns. It’s not always easy to... Source ..read more

The pages of this week’s The Gloss Magazine have a familiar face – mine! I’ve had the wonderful opportunity to share insights on managing your menopause journey, from the psychological impacts to the power of lifestyle changes and the potential of alternative therapies. The Gloss’s commitment to supporting women through their menopause journey is truly commendable, and it’s heartening to have them... Source ..read more

Here’s what you need to know about bladder leaks! By Laura Dowling, the ‘Fabulous Pharmacist’, Always Discreet brand ambassador Wee need to talk bladder leaks! The Menopause Success Summit is a perfect opportunity to really get talking about this topic and raise awareness. I’m proud to be partnering with Always Discreet to talk about this taboo and help educate us all so women can navigate this... Source ..read more

By Dr Anita Sturnham Menopause is a natural stage of life that all women will go through. Many women are left to navigate this transitionary period alone and can often feel overwhelmed and unsupported. Menopause marks the time when the ovaries stop releasing eggs each month and periods stop, meaning that women are no longer able to conceive. The average age that this occurs is 51 years but there... Source ..read more

Did you know hair & scalp go through menopause too? New research by Pantene has revealed that both the hair and scalp go through menopause too. In fact, 86% 1 of women notice that hormonal changes impact their hair and scalp, and it is different by menopause stage: With 40 per cent 2 of women currently transitioning through menopause and 82 per cent3 of women agreeing that there should be more... Source ..read more

By Oonagh O’Hagan, MD, Meaghers Pharmacy Group As far as women’s health topics goes the menopause is an area that historically has not been openly spoken about. The menopause is still an area of mystery for many and we as pharmacists are here to pull back the curtain on a condition that every woman will experience regardless of who they are or where they come from. The menopause marks the end of a... Source ..read more

By Rachel Graham, Menopause Nutritionist As women, we are aware, that the transition to menopause can be a bumpy one and many women are quite rightly focused on the more overwhelming symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats, mood swings, anxiety and problems with memory & concentration. But, during this life stage, we find ourselves at an increased risk for four chronic health conditions... Source ..read more

In advance of the Cork Summit in May I had the opportunity to speak with the Irish Examiner about what to expect at the upcoming event. Our chat happened around the same time that the Davina McCall documentary was out and menopause was very much in the news. If you follow me on socials you’ll see exactly what my thoughts were at the time and I still maintain that every woman’s menopause experience... Source ..read more

Dr Zoe William’s advice was just one aspect of a range of talks that delivered practical advice at the Menopause Success Summit that I hosted last September virtually during one of our lockdowns. Dr Zoe is resident GP with ITV’s This Morning and an ambassador for Linwoods. I was so happy that The Gloss could join us for the day as one of my main objectives is to educate as many women as possible... Source ..read more