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HormonesJanuary 24, 2026

The HRT conversation your doctor never had with you.

For two decades, millions of women were told to avoid hormone therapy based on research that has since been substantially reanalysed. Here is what the evidence actually shows now, what changed, and why the conversation around HRT looks completely different today for women in their 40s and 50s.

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Mar 14, 2026

Bone Density After Menopause: The Silent Risk and What to Do About It

Women can lose up to 20 percent of bone density in the years around menopause. This is preventable. Here is what the research says about HRT, calcium, exercise, and timing.

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Jan 30, 2026

Do You Need Progesterone When Taking Estrogen? A Clear Guide for Midlife Women

If you're exploring hormone therapy for perimenopause or menopause, one question comes up often: do you actually need progesterone if you're taking estrogen?

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Dec 24, 2025

Estrogen and the Brain: What Every Woman Over 40 Should Know

The cognitive changes you are noticing are not imaginary. Here is the neuroscience behind why estrogen matters for brain function, what the research says about the transition years, and what evidence-based options exist for women who want to protect their cognitive health.

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Nov 28, 2025

Perimenopause vs. Menopause: Why Getting This Right Matters for Your Treatment

If you've been experiencing irregular periods, hot flashes, or unexplained weight gain in your 40s, you've probably wondered: Is this perimenopause or menopause? And does it even matter?

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