Hot flashes are one of the most bothersome menopause symptoms. Wouldn’t it be amazing if you could lower the hot flashes by just changing what you eat? That’s what a new study in the journal Menopause evaluated — the difference that food makes on lowering hot flashes. The study included 84 postmenopausal …
Are you trying to lose weight and thinking it seems impossible? Do you lose weight only to find it again in just a short window of time so your weight feels like a yo-yo; up and down, up and down? You are definitely not alone! Weight loss is not only a major issue …
Roses are red Violets are blue Are menopause and poor sleep Putting weight on you? Let’s face it, when we rank the menopause symptoms that really make life a challenge, poor sleep usually gets listed in the top three. Weight gain is usually up there also. A study presented at the Endocrine Society …
Are you an “Apple” or a “Pear?” Where do you carry your weight? And where you carry your weight has a lot to do with how healthy you stay for the long run. This writing is a play on words and offers some insights to another place where carrying weight can make a difference. Read …
Have you ever dreamed of competing in a bikini as a body builder? After watching Kimberly Doehnert’s results with new students, it’s definitely possible. Menopause doesn’t have to tip the scales! Find out how body builder and IFBB Figure Pro champion Kimberly Doehnert is helping women around the country combat the menopause muffin top. Dr. …
It’s hard to loose weight any time. But in menopause or postmenopause it’s particularly challenging. So what can you do to help shed those pounds? A recent study looked at the eating habits of 419 overweight and obese menopausal women to see what worked best. Some women got “lifestyle changes” that included regular group meetings led …
Older adults aren’t aged versions of younger adults any more than children are younger versions of adults. Each stage of life functions slightly differently with different strengths and weaknesses. Menopause and aging in general is associated with changes in both our genes and in our metabolism. In fact, you don’t have to be that old. …
Over the last 30 years and after taking care of some 10,000 patients, I have found out that the one thing you want from me is information. Join me on June 13th 2013 for my FREE Menopause Webinar. Watch the video below for details regarding the subjects covered in the webinar. Date: June 13, …
Two out of three women are challenged with weight issues. About 1/3 of Americans are overweight and 1/3 are obese. I recently interviewed Dr. Sheri Emma, a specialist in weight loss, health and nutritional science, about weight gain in women. She shared with me the reasons behind weight gain and the affect that hormones have …
If you’re in menopause and overweight, would it matter if you diet continuously versus some of the time? What if you tried to loose weight for 5 weeks and then you took a break for 5 weeks and just tried not to gain weight for the next 5 weeks. A new study just published in …
