The perimenopause vs menopause differences are subtle in the beginning.  Hot flushes, night sweats, mood swings, brain fog….  You begin to wonder, “what is going on with my body!?”  Did it come on suddenly, or has it been ramping up gradually? Have I even made the connection? These symptoms can feel like a tsunami of chaos…where does peri begin, and […]

Adding some extra protein to your morning breakfast is easy with this copycat Starbucks egg bites recipe.  Put down the sugary cereals and pre-packaged energy bars, and stop skipping your breakfast!  Breaking a fast should not include a massive dose of sugar or lots of dense carbs if you want to lose weight.  Simple ingredients, whole foods, and […]

Adding some extra protein to your morning breakfast is easy with this copycat Starbucks egg bites recipe.  Put down the sugary cereals and pre-packaged energy bars, and stop skipping your breakfast!  Breaking a fast should not include a massive dose of sugar or lots of dense carbs if you want to lose weight.  Simple ingredients, whole foods, and […]

8 minutes reading timeDid you know that there are certain foods that trigger hot flashes? In menopausal women, estrogen levels plummet, and body temperature skyrockets, making our internal thermostats go on what feels like a permanent fritz. As a result, we react to foods and external stimulants in crazy ways at this oh-so glorious time.  Scenario: Have you […]

Sex drive and menopause. The desire for sexual activity at midlife.  Often fun when we are young and vibrant but combine sex drive and menopause, and we might find ourselves having some sexual difficulties. I treat many menopausal women in my office weekly.  Most of us with plunging hormone levels.  Sex isn’t a common topic of discussion for most […]

Hello, summer produce! Have you ever passed those zucchini spirals in the grocery store and didn’t know if you should cook them or eat them raw? This healthy zucchini zoodle salad recipe is low carb, packed with simple ingredients, and is the perfect side dish or main dish when paired with a protein you love.Healthy Zucchini Zoodle […]

I love a hot tubby during the cold winter months.An Epsom salt bath is the one thing my sore muscles love even more despite the temperature outside.I often prescribe this easy-to-do bath to most of my patients since it has so many health benefits beyond the old “soak in the tub” remedy.Some think Epsom salt’s […]

Are you bloated, swollen, and pooping pellets? Welcome to the bowel changes of a woman’s life: constipation and menopause.As if abdominal pain from your period wasn’t enough. Abdominal cramping from sluggish bowel activity during the menopausal transition is just as much of a doozy.Let’s talk some s**t about these crazy symptoms of menopause and shed some […]

Getting rid of menopause belly, aka “menopot,” “muffin top,” or “belly pouch” is a mystery for most women.  The battle of the bulge is not just for postmenopausal women. Menopause belly fat can begin getting stored way before a woman’s 50th birthday! When stress levels increase, and hormonal changes begin, visceral fat (deep abdominal fat) can become […]

This homemade electrolyte drink recipe is filled with natural ingredients that are a healthy and delicious way to rehydrate during menopause. Hot flashes, night sweats, and increased body temperature contribute to electrolyte imbalances. Sports drinks, synthetic electrolyte powders, and even some coconut water can be filled with added sugar, harmful ingredients, and artificial food dye.ELECTROLYTE DRINK RECIPE: […]