Thriving Through Menopause

Hello ladies,due to my breast cancer, I was placed on hormone pills, which put me into early menopause. I am a very active person, but the belly area doesn't seem to go away...instead it's getting bigger! Any suggestions, on how to handle the 'new' b...

@MD_NYC belly fat is one issue many women struggle with. It's important to understand that belly fat usually happens because as we age and our sex hormones decrease (specially estrogen) our body fat is slowly redistributed. You'll notice a swift from...

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As a woman's health coach that specializes in midlife and menopause I've heard it all...or I thought I had until I started experiencing what feels like being shocked with a live wire. It's these little pops that feel like something is zapping my skin...

Just when I thought I heard them all!! I just have the typical hot flashes and trouble sleeping, but I just started. I can't wait for this roller coaster to end! Does it end...wait, don't tell me. I like to think it will!

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I feel like I recently made some progress in beating some menopause symptoms by focusing on good nutrition. Mary Claire Haver, MD has some great videos and tips. I have not read her new book yet, the Galveston Diet. #https://www.youtube.com/@maryclai...

I have noticed when I am conscientious about good nutrition (eliminating sugar and processed foods), my symptoms are much fewer and I sleep better. High intensity exercise also accomplishes this. What a journey this part of life is!

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Welcome to the hottest chat on the internet! Finally, a judgement-free zone to get support and share advice as you navigate the change. While change can be unexpected and filled with twists and turns, you don’t have to go it alone. Your AthletaWell c...

Hi, just joined this group! I started waking-up middle of the night, a month ago (almost every night for one-straight week!) and just found out from my doctor that I'm experiencing pre-menopausal 'hot flashes.' I am 47, I found out my mother got meno...

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Hi- I’m struggling with menopause early at age 46 and have been in full blown menopause fir a few years now. I’m currently on hormone replacement cream to supplement my hormones, but I’m struggling with weight lose and the large tire that has happene...

Totally understand your frustration. I am 63 and went through it at 45.. the doctor I had then put me on anitdepressents which literally masked the symptoms. I teach fitness classes and have for 44 years. at that time, I increased my cardio thinking ...

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When you are going through this crazy time - I realize that it would be great to have a concrete answer to manage the symptoms ... like "take this or do this" ... but the truth is that managing menopause is a process and it's about what you do everyd...

My gyno recommended estradiol in the form of a vaginal pill (Vagifem). It's supposedly like HRT, but not going through your whole system. Targeted to ease vaginal atrophy. Anyone have experience with this?

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Hello! I just finished the Zoom with Dr Ruiz on Hormonal Balance and Menopause and would love feedback on YOUR coping and stories about your journey with menopause. I am in the beginning stage, starting hot flashes, night sweats, waking up often and ...

I’m 53 and at the tail end of the process. Aside from all of the amazing suggestions I see from other folks on here, what helped me sleep through the night was a Body Scan before sleeping. It helped quiet all of the voices of the day. Progressive Mus...

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It's a holiday! I know my stress is already going to be high and then add the fact that my Mother-in-law has already been here a week, my Mom is coming over, I'm cooking (which I love) and one of my kids just started zoloft this week. Let's hope and ...

Sounds like you had a ton on your plate - pun unintended! I'm so glad that you love cooking and hope that was a bright spot in your holiday. Even so, good stress can still be stress, especially in the midst of the busyness of the holidays, visitors a...

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