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Menopause HRT: Life-threatening ‘risks’ when you take hormone replacement therapy
HRT HORMONE replacement therapy is an option for menopausal women who are experiencing difficult symptoms while going through the change. However, as with any medication, risks are involved. PLEASE READ AS THE HEADLINE IS MISLEADING The headline in my opinion is controversial and misleading – and I advise you to read the full article here…
Read MoreTimpson to pay for HRT prescriptions for staff going through menopause
High street chain Timpson has announced it will pay for hormone replacement therapy (HRT) prescriptions for staff going through the menopause. James Timpson, the chief executive of the shoe repair and key-cutting business, said employees can claim expenses for prescription costs when they are recommended for HRT from Monday, to mark World Menopause Day. He said: “From today…
Read MoreWhat’s the aim of World Menopause Day
World Menopause Day is held every year on the 18th October, led by the International Menopause Society. The purpose of the day is to raise awareness on the menopause and support options for improving health and wellbeing. The IMS encourages professionals and women to participate in this global awareness raising campaign by printing and sharing these…
Read MoreMilton Keynes girls guide to Perimenopause & Menopause
Let’s Talk the P Word – A Girls Guide to understanding Perimenopause, Menopause & Beyond – Online training and Live Milton Keynes Workshop, get your Questions answered! Menopause can feel like a dirty word, a word whispered in hushed tones! But that’s not how it should be. Plus many women, don’t understand it, or bury…
Read MoreTinnitus in Perimenopause
An unusual symptom of perimenopause and menopause is tinnitus, or ringing in the ear. Tinnitus is more likely as we age, it’s important to educate ourselves about all the symptoms and seek help or support. Tinnitus is a perception of noise or ringing in the ears that affects up to 20 percent of all people. Women who…
Read MoreMenopause Aquasource Moon Balance Supplements
So many women are confused when it comes to taking nutritional supplements and food boosters during the menopause years, one of the products I love is Moon Balance for the menopause phase. I get messages daily from women in their 40’s and 50’s sending me photos of all the supplements they are taking. Approximately 85%…
Read More73% Of Women Don’t Treat Their Menopause Symptoms, according to Forbes Survey
According to an article in Forbes magazine, 73% Of Women Don’t Treat Their Menopause Symptoms, New Survey Shows Article by Deb Gordon – Full article below, and Link here https://www.forbes.com/sites/debgordon/2021/07/13/73-of-women-dont-treat-their-menopause-symptoms-new-survey-shows/amp/ Though virtually all women experience menopause, it has remained taboo for many women. Hormonal changes during menopause typically bring unpleasant symptoms and indignities: hot flashes, sleep disruption, thinning…
Read MoreVaccine : 3 side effects affecting women’s menstruation & Perimenopause
More Women in pre, perimenopause and post menopause are experiencing side effects to their Menstruation following the vaccine. This information is for knowledge and empowerment, not medical advice. In my own clinic I am hearing or seeing more women in their 40’s and 50’s having earlier or later periods, I also know of 80 year…
Read MoreDo we really need special workplace accommodation for Menopause? The Washington Post
Women in the UK have found their voices and are asking for accommodation and support in Menopause in the workplace. In The Hormone Fairy survey 73% of women were struggling with brain fog/concentration issues and 56% with anxiety. Many said it had affected their work, and clients of The Hormone Fairy’s have left high profile…
Read MoreWould you be able to spot the signs of the Menopause?
Would you be able to spot the signs of menopause? The following article is from the BBC News, there’s also a video availabe to watch – You can click here to see the full report https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/uk-wales-57838624 Hot flushes, night sweats and low mood are common symptoms of “the change”, which happens to women in the…
Read MoreDavina McCall & Dr Max Pembeton speak out about HRT and Menopause in the Daily Mail.
Davina McCall & Dr Max Pembeton speak out about HRT and Menopause in the Daily Mail, ahead of her documentary “Davina McCall Sex, Myths and the Menopause” on Channel 4. The article says “Since the 1940s, women of a certain age have had the option of taking hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to treat the symptoms…
Read MoreYoni Steam herbs to ease Peri Menopause symptoms
Yoni steam herbs have been used for centuries to steam and heal women’s womb and vagina, and can be particularly useful for women struggling with heavy bleeds or dryness during the peri menopause and post menopause years. A yoni steam otherwise known as vaginal steaming or ‘V’ steaming, is a big like a facial, but…
Read MoreWhat hormone test is best in Peri Menopause
The Doctors told you “You’re too young to be in Peri Menopause and for hormone tests” or that “Your Blood test results are NORMAL”, but you’re feeling like crap and are fed up with being fobbed off. Your hormones are responsibly for every activity occurring in your both, from growth to metabolism, reproduction and even…
Read MoreBreakfast Granola for Peri Menopause
Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day, especially during the Peri Menopause when balancing your blood sugar is key. I love Homemade granola as it’s lower in sugar and additives, compared to those found on the supermarket shelf and great for your hormones. Plus it’s so easy to make. I serve…
Read MoreBoost your Libido during Peri Menopause
Has your libido changed since you entered your 40’s or the peri menopause years? As you hit the peri-menopausal phase you might notice your sex drive going through the roof, whilst some of you may find your sex drive has got up and gone! During these years your testosterone and oestrogen levels decrease, making…
Read MoreHealthy Oestrogen Smoothie for Vagina Dryness and Painful Sex
It’s common for post menopausal ladies to suffer with vagina dryness and atrophy, which often leads to painful sex due to low oestrogen levels, also dry skin and joint pain! As our sex hormones naturally lower, our endocrine system and the adrenal glands take over some of the production of oestrogen and other sex hormones.…
Read MoreREGULAR SEX REDUCES EARLY MENOPAUSE
Those who had sex regularly once a week or more were 28 per cent less likely to start the menopause early and reduce the risk. I came across this article in the press, and thought this was interesting. During my peri-menopause I’m fortunate to have a healthy libido and sex life, but I know of…
Read MorePeri Menopause Itchy Dry Skin
Itchy skin is a less common symptom of the peri menopause but can be embarrassing and cause an issue for some women. The good news is that it should be temporary and there are natural ways to combat the scratch. The itching is caused as your skin becomes irritated, at this time of life it’s…
Read MorePeri Menopause Podcast with Sally Garozzo Mind Mentor
Have you ever felt like you could do with a fairy god mother of peri menopause to come along and make all your wishes come true? I joined Sally Garozzo the Mind Mentor to share more on her podcast. For many women, that is what they crave… a one stop shop where they can go…
Read MoreAntidepressants or Natural Solutions for Low Mood, Anxiety, Mental Health
My client told me this…. She was feeling Low with anxiety but didn’t have mental-health issues. She was post Menopausal. Her GP wrote a prescription, when she asked what it was for she was told “Antidepressants, we’re giving these instead of HRT due to a shortage”. This is NOT acceptable! Under the NICE guidelines (National…
Read MoreChristmas Red cabbage for Menopause & Women’s health
Red cabbage has always been part of my Christmas meal, but did you know cabbage can help your menopause symptoms and boost your health. Relieve Menopausal Symptoms Cabbage, particularly red cabbage which is easily found at this time of year. Its contains phytoestrogens which can help reduce hot flashes and aid hormone balance. Cruciferous veggies…
Read MoreMenopause Festival
How would it feel to get rid of mood swings and sadness, release excess weight and feel like the old you again? Imagine finding your Mojo, losing weight and learning how to control those irrational thoughts, anxiety and moods. Explore and understand your Hormones and the Peri Menopause. Plus learn simple lifestyle changes for a…
Read MorePumpkins for Halloween are great for Menopause women too!
Did you know that eating Pumpkin, Pumpkin seeds and pumpkin oil could help ease those Menopause symptoms. Pumpkin seed are a great source of phytoestrogen (compounds found in plants that are comparable to human oestrogen, capable of producing oestrogenic effects in our body) which may help in reducing migraines, blood pressure, hot flashes, joint pain.…
Read MoreMenopause and Stroke Risk
It’s World Stroke Awareness Day, and Menopause is associated with an increase in multiple stroke risk factors. Some aspects of women’s lives can increase our risk of a stroke, like the contraceptive pill, HRT, pregnancy and having migraines. But for most women, taking care of your health and managing your risk factors will help you…
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