A year without having my periods: am I in menopause?
No more period equals menopause? It depends, it’s a matter of months before it is confirmed so, let’s count first.
Our latest articles on Menopause
Menopause: Which diet should I do at 50?
No matter your age, menopause or not, the way you eat is always going to impact skin and overall health. With too much of this and not enough of that, the nutrients that are essential to your well-being are completely unbalanced.
Why can't we lose weight during menopause?
Maybe your body wants to keep its strength and resources to get through this challanging time. Maybe there is another reason. The truth is, it’s not important to understand why; it’s more important to focus on maintaining a healthy body mass.
What hormonal changes in menopause impact my skin changes?
Menopause is an incredibly complicated process that not only affects the internal body but the skin as well. And since your skin is the window to your body (somehow…), it tends to show some signs of distress pretty quickly.
What foods should I avoid during menopause?
The things that weren’t good for you then, aren’t good for you now! Too sweet, too salty, too much fat — you name it. The good news is that avoiding is not the key, adapting is better.
Why is my skin so dry during menopause?
Itchy, saggy, dry, those are the top 3 skin situations on your menopausal changes list. And dryness is also the most uncomfortable one so, good question. The skin’s inability to keep the water in seems to have a great responsibility in all this.
Skin care for menopause: what is the best treatment?
In order to properly treat your skin, there are skin care products that may be used during the menopause in order to ease out dry discomfort or densify skin. However, next to the good skin care treatments food and lifestyle are very important too.
Why do I start noticing facial hairs in targeted zones during menopause?
During menopause, female hormones drop drastically. So what happens is testosterone takes over. Of course, you remain a woman and a pretty great one, it’s just that your masculine side wants to join the party. Here’s how it all works.
How often should I see my gynecologist during menopause?
During menopause the visits to gynecologist may be more frequent and this is because you may feel you have more questions, concerns or notice more changes on your body, so you feel the need to check it up with an expert.
What is post-menopause? Symptoms, health, skin and tips
Once your periods have stopped, menopause is over and with it, many of the side-effects of this transitionary phase for your body. As you enter a new phase, learn about the post-menopause symptoms to expect, what they mean for your body – and your skin
Menopause: why does my skin feel drier at 50 than at 30?
Dryness and itching are common cutaneous reactions to the menopause, related to changes in epidermal cells and skin appendages.
Menopause: how can I hydrate my skin at 50?
Hydration is crucial to the wellbeing of your skin, no matter the age. Still, during menopause, dryness is one of the most common issue and happens regardless of the season.