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Perimenopause Anxiety: Why You Suddenly Feel on Edge (and What Actually Helps)

Racing heart, dread, a short fuse? Anxiety often appears for the first time in perimenopause. Here is why it happens and the evidence-based, naturopathic steps that help.

By Dr. Amy Tung, ND
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What is Insulin Resistance Anyway?

What is Insulin Resistance Anyway?

Insulin resistance is a condition where the body

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Dark Chocolate The Gift Of Boosting Our Mood And Health

Dark chocolate that’s at least 70-85% boosts mood, is neuroprotective to the brain, balances blood sugar and lowers blood pressure. This tasty treat contains L-tryptophan a building block of the hormone serotonin which can be beneficial for our mood. If gifting a basket of desser

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Bone Health After 50: A Naturopathic Guide to Preventing Osteoporosis in Menopause

Bone loss accelerates fast in the years around menopause. Here's why it happens and the naturopathic, evidence-based plan to protect your bones for the long run.

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Sleep Problems in Perimenopause and Menopause: Why Insomnia Strikes and What Actually Helps

Sleep disruption in perimenopause and menopause is common, hormone-driven, and treatable — especially once you know what’s behind the 3am wake-ups.

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The Role of Topical Estriol Cream in Skin Health for Postmenopausal Women

Topical estrogen (specifically Estriol or "E3") has been shown to increase collagen production in the skin, which may improve skin elasticity and reduce signs of aging. This connection between topical estrogen and skin vitality has led researchers, dermatologists and sk

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Conquer Emotional Eating: Unravel Your Food-Mood Connection in Menopause

Learn why emotional eating can intensify in menopause and discover practical ways to manage cravings, stress eating, and food choices.

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Menopause Hormone Therapy (MHT) Dosing Explained: Cyclical vs Continuous Dosing

Learn how cyclical and continuous menopause hormone therapy differ, and which dosing approach may fit your stage, bleeding pattern, and symptoms.

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Berberine benefits for women over 50

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GLP-1 Weight Loss During Menopause: Balancing Medication with Nutrition and Exercise

GLP-1 medications can help with menopause weight loss, but protein and resistance training are key to preserving muscle, bone, and long-term health.

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Kidney Health, Menopause, and Metabolic Risk in Women

Kidney Health, Menopause, and Metabolic Risk in Women

Learn what the risks are associated for women in menopause transition and beyond. How prevention and labs (such as the Klinrisk Score), how it relates to kidney health in midlife women, and what menopause, autoimmune risk, and lifestyle changes mean for chronic kidney disease (CK

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Inositol for Women with PCOS/PMOS: What It Is and Why It Matters

Inositol for Women with PCOS/PMOS: What It Is and Why It Matters

Discover how inositol supports women with PCOS/PMOS, improving hormonal balance and overall health for better management of these conditions.

By Dr. Amy Tung
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