Blogs

  • Importance of staying hydrated during menopause

    The human body consists of around 60% water, so it should be no surprise then that it is important to stay hydrated to maintain health and wellbeing. Staying hydrated during menopause is even more important and can help alleviate some menopausal symptoms. Benefits of hydration…

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  • Look after your wellbeing this festive season

    In this article Hormone Health Associate and Registered Nutritional Therapist Antonia de Gier explains what steps you can take to improve your wellbeing as the festive season approaches. December is upon us and all that the ‘silly’ season entails. You may already be overstretched with…

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  • Nutritional and lifestyle support to help with hormonal changes

    The perimenopause and menopausal transition years generally occur during the 40s and 50s, which can coincide with a number of lifestyle changes and difficulties. These lifestyle changes can include dealing with day to day issues such as managing family life, elderly relatives, juggling a career…

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  • Heavy periods during the perimenopause

    Why does menstrual bleeding become heavier and irregular during the perimenopause? In this article Dr Patrick Bose, Hormone Health Associate and Consultant Gynaecologist, examines the menstrual cycle in greater detail and explains the reasons behind why periods become heavier and irregular during perimenopause and why…

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  • What is Premature Ovarian Insufficiency?

    Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) occurs when a woman’s ovaries run out of eggs before the age of 40 years. It is also referred to as premature menopause or premature ovarian failure but POI is the preferred term. If you are aged under 40 years old…

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  • Menopause and loss of libido (sexual desire)

    Low libido affects women of all ages, with a peak in associated distress around the menopause, becoming less prevalent in the 60s. In this blog post by Hormone Health Associate Dr Imogen Shaw, we will explore the effects of low libido and the treatment options…

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