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The Confusion That Changed Everything For years, the words hormone replacement therapy have carried fear. If you’ve ever felt unsure about HRT — you’re not alone. Many women were told it was potentially dangerous, even life-threatening. And that fear traces back to one study, more than twenty years ago. The Study That Shocked the World In 2002, a massive U.S. trial called the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) sent shockwaves through women’s health. Early findings suggested th

Cortisol, the body’s main stress hormone, can feel magnified during perimenopause and menopause — affecting sleep, mood, weight, and overall health. This post explains the hidden link between cortisol and midlife hormones and offers practical, science-backed tools to restore calm and balance

Menopause may bring changes to your sex life, but it doesn’t mean the end of intimacy. Learn how hormones, lifestyle shifts, and emotional connection can help you rediscover closeness and pleasure in midlife.

Ever walked into a room and forgotten why you went in there? Or spent ten frantic minutes looking for your keys — only to find them in...