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A woman power walks with weights down a leafy path.
With many of us facing further cutbacks on our energy consumption this winter the timing is perfect for us to switch up our exercise routines to stay warm and ensure we're doing the most appropriate type of exercise for our bodies through menopause...
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The word "progesterone" written as a heading in a textbook.
When you hear talk of hormones, it's oestrogen that tends to get all of the attention.  It's the hormone that people think of as “the female hormone”, but it's not the only one that is important for our health.  There are over 50 hormones in the body, and four of these are directly related to the menstrual cycle as well as playing other roles...
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A grandmother and granddaughter cooking in a kitchen together.

The grandmother hypothesis is a scientific theory which has been investigated (and continues to be worked on) for several decades.  Researchers interested in evolution and reproductive capacity are trying to uncover the reason...

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The Science Behind Hot Flushes
Hot flushes can be horrendous at the best of times but the recent heatwaves have made them feel so much worse and more frequent than normal.  Yes, everyone's too hot, but when you're also dealing with a body that is working differently thanks to menopause, it's a different matter...
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A doctor holding a stethoscope against a brain.

...and what we can do about it.

Everyone who has experienced (or is currently experiencing menopause or perimenopause), can agree that one of the more challenging symptoms is brain fog.  Brain fog includes forgetfulness, trouble finding the right words or staying on track with a train of thought, and it can be a frightening experience.  Many women fear...

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