You’ll know you’ve hit menopause once you stop having your period. Prior to menopause is a transition period (perimenopause) during which you experience symptoms of hormonal imbalance such as hot flashes and recurring night sweats. In most cases, menopause can…

Menopause means you can kiss your periods and PMS goodbye and usher in the next phase of your life.  Of course, this hormonal shift also comes with challenging physical, mental, and emotional changes—including hot flashes, mood changes, body aches, and…

“I believe legends and myths are largely made of truth…” J.R.R. Tolkien J.R.R. Tolkien is right, myths do represent certain truths and facts. Unfortunately, just like gossip, myths can take on a life of their own as they’re passed on…

Abdominal cramps that occur before or during menstruation are common, but it’s also possible to have cramps after your period. Cramps that occur just before and during the period are called primary dysmenorrhea. The uterus causes them as it contracts…

Hot flashes are one of the most common symptoms of perimenopause (the period before menopause) and menopause in women. Though we can’t avoid hot flashes, we can stay away from triggers that may increase their severity and frequency. These triggers…