Yes, Midlife Eating Disorders Are Real
Many people think eating disorders are only a problem for teenagers or young adults. They believe conditions like anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and other similar behaviors happen to younger women dealing with body changes and hormones. However, while most eating problems start before the age of 25, they can also develop or come back […]
Cystitis and Bladder Pain Let’s Talk About It
Over the years, we have learned that many people suffer in silence when it comes to bladder problems, especially something as common as mild cystitis (inflammation of the bladder), and only seek professional help when the symptoms become more serious. It’s a condition that may be shrugged off as a minor nuisance, but for those […]
A Guide to Hormone Replacement Therapy
Having reached the age of perimenopause, I have newfound empathy for my mother. I remember how I used to giggle and poke fun at her when she would lie on the cold bathroom floor trying to cool herself from a hot flash. As a self-centered teenage girl, I honestly thought she was being overly dramatic. […]
Folate Deficiency and How to Fix It
Folate is a form of B9 vitamin that helps the body grow and develop properly. While everyone needs folate, it is especially important for pregnant women. Folate deficiency during pregnancy can cause problems with the development of a baby’s brain and spinal cord, known as neural tube defects. Folic acid is the man-made version of […]
A Guide to Vaginal Health
Vaginal health isn’t something we talk about freely, yet it plays a crucial role in our overall well-being. Whether you’re recovering from an infection that disturbed your vaginal balance, dealing with dryness, or simply looking for a way to support your body’s natural defenses, Gynoflor offers a scientifically-backed solution that works in harmony with your […]
Does Menopause Change Who I Am?
There was a popular Australian TV series “Puberty Blues,” which aired in the previous decade. It was based on an acclaimed book of the same name and focused on the lives in transition of two teenage girls in Sydney going through puberty. But let’s have a quick show of hands: Have you ever contemplated the […]
There’s growing confidence that GLP-1 meds are safe in pregnant women
One of the most frequent cautions that drug companies print on the Product Information leaflet that comes with their product says something like, “This medication has not been tested to be safe in pregnant women and should only be used in consultation with a healthcare provider.” It’s important to understand that this statement is not […]
Is Prolia (denosumab) an Option to Treat Osteoporosis in Early Menopause?
Osteoporosis usually affects older people, but it can also impact younger individuals, like women in their 20s, 30s, and 40s who still have regular periods. According to the Office on Women’s Health, “Early menopause occurs when a woman’s periods stop before the age of 45, and premature menopause occurs when her periods stop before the […]
Breaking the Silence: Shattering Taboos Around Menopause and Intimacy
For the last couple of years, I haven’t really been ‘feeling it. ‘ A recent trip to the gynecologist and some bloodwork later, I have the news that I am probably entering perimenopause. While the knowledge that this stage of life was always on the cards at some point, a part of me seems to […]
Demystifying Vagifem: Addressing Common Concerns and Side Effects
Vagifem is a medication prescribed to women for treating menopausal changes in the vagina. It contains estradiol, an estrogen hormone, in a vaginal insert. This treatment is usually used around the time of menopause to alleviate moderate to severe symptoms like vaginal dryness, burning, and itching. However, many women prefer to avoid the use of […]
