Hormone Replacement News – FDA update
Recent news from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is shaking up decades of thinking about menopause hormone therapy. For years, women were warned about the risks of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) following the 2002 Women’s Health Initiative study. Now, the FDA has moved to remove long-standing “black box” warnings from many menopause hormone therapies, […]
Progesterone: The Brain’s Natural Bodyguard
When most of us hear the word progesterone, we immediately think of its traditional roles in pregnancy, the monthly cycle, or perhaps protecting the uterus during hormone replacement therapy. But for women navigating the perimenopause and menopause, this hormone is far more than a reproductive tool. In my practice, I often describe progesterone as the […]
Protein Power: Your Ally in Aging Gracefully and Staying Strong
When it comes to healthy aging, protein is like the unsung hero of nutrition—always there, quietly working behind the scenes to keep your muscles strong, your brain sharp, and your body resilient. But how much protein do you really need, and is it possible to have too much of a good thing? As a naturopathic […]