Do you feel taken advantage of? You probably should. If you’re a women in menopause, struggling to overcome menopausal symptoms like hot flashes, irritability and weight gain – you fall prey to slick marketing campaigns designed to magically ‘cure’ you of your symptoms… Menopause can’t be ‘cured’ anymore than puberty can be ‘cured’ for your … Continued
Photodynamic therapy is a preventive treatment that kills precancerous cells. I had melanoma cells removed from my face & chest. This was my third round of photodynamic therapy, my reaction this time was very mild. The skin sun damage was done before sunscreen was really ‘a thing’. But we know better now. I apply sunscreen … Continued
Here are 3 reasons why you may not be losing weight & what you can do about it. Remember, you can’t be in a calorie deficit long term! At some point you need to give your metabolism a break so you can save your sanity & your metabolism! Increasing calories can be especially terrifying! I’m … Continued
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Want a magic pill, powder or potion to deal with menopause symptoms & weight gain? (I’m not talking about MHT (menopausal hormone therapy) which can be very effective – talk to your doctor!) Unfortunately, clever marketers have latched onto menopause as the new cash cow for ineffective supplements. You’re better off changing your habits but … Continued
Is it menopause? Think you’re too young? Here are some of the symptoms to watch out for: anxiety brain fog forgetfulness headaches dry vagina low libido night sweats hot flashes sore joints muscle soreness weight gain around the middle bloating PMS worsening and more… Rule out other health issues, specifically insulin resistance and thyroid issues… … Continued
Don’t panic when the scale bounces around. That’s just what it does. Here are 9 reasons why it happens: Time of the month (hormones) Timing of your last meal Time of weighing Your hydration level Your sodium intake Your carb intake Your alcohol intake Exercise Timing of last bowel movement Daily weighing provides MORE data … Continued
Not Losing Weight? Here are 3 reasons why & what you can do about them: 1. You may not be in a calorie deficit – this could be from not knowing the content of your food or inaccurate food tracking. Solution: Be more diligent about food tracking – use the free app My Fitness Pal … Continued
Do your joints sound like ‘snap, crackle, pop!’? In menopause, estrogen declines & can cause joint pain & stiffness. ‘Motion is lotion’ so don’t stop moving! Give yourself plenty of time to warm up with slow, dynamic stretches. In fact, your ‘warm up’ can be your entire ‘workout’ some days! Here are a few benefits … Continued
Your weight will fluctuate! Here are a few reasons why: -Your carb intake -Your sodium intake -Your exercise -Your hydration -The time of the month -Your alcohol intake -Time of weighing -Time of last meal -Time of last poop Try not to sweat it! Use your weight as DATA to learn about & trust your … Continued