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Small Shifts, Big Impact: The 16:8 Lifestyle Brooke Burke Swears By
Wellness does not have to be extreme to be effective. In fact, some of the most meaningful changes come from the smallest, most consistent shifts. One habit that embodies this... Read more...
Thyroid + Skin: 5 Subtle Signs Your Skin Is Asking for a Thyroid Check
Thyroid dysfunction doesn’t usually begin with dramatic symptoms. It often starts quietly, showing up in ways that are easy to dismiss as stress, aging, or just dry skin. But dermatology... Read more...
Mind + Movement: Brooke Burke’s Holistic Approach to Wellness
Wellness doesn’t start with intensity.It starts with awareness. That's the idea sitting at the center of Brooke Burke’s approach to health, one that blends movement, breath, and mindfulness into daily... Read more...
4 Habits Harming Your Skin Barrier (And What to Do Instead)
Your skin barrier is infrastructure. It’s the outermost layer of your skin that keeps moisture in, irritants out, and everything functioning smoothly underneath. When it’s healthy, skin looks calm, hydrated,... Read more...
Your Skin, By Decade: How Skin Changes Across a Woman's Life
Skin doesn’t age in a straight line. It doesn’t simply “get older” year by year. Instead, it responds dynamically to hormones, stress, environmental exposure, and time. These influences change our skin's... Read more...
Stress to Skin: Nervous-System Regulation Support Healthy Aging Skin
Aging skin isn’t just about collagen loss or oxidation. Increasing evidence shows that nervous-system overactivation plays a major, underappreciated role in epidermal and dermal degeneration. That’s because stress triggers neurogenic inflammation,... Read more...
DMAE vs Peptides vs Retinol for Midlife Skin: The Science, the Benefits, and How They Compare
Retinol and peptides have stuck around in anti-aging skincare formulas for good reason, and with new buzzword ingredients being introduced 24/7 these days on social media,  DMAE offers a unique... Read more...
What a Study of Female Veterans Reveals About Menopause & Chronic Pain
A growing body of research is showing that midlife is a critical window for chronic pain in women, and hormones are a big part of that story (Pavlović & Derby,... Read more...
Uterine Fibroids: Why So Many Women Suffer in Silence
When almost 70-80 % of women will be diagnosed with uterine fibroids by age 50, it’s hard to believe how little we talk about them (Rogin, Vela, & Sunkara, 2025). If you’ve... Read more...
How Scalp Bacteria Influences Female Hair Loss
Most conversations around women’s hair loss focus on hormones, especially testosterone, DHT, and thyroid imbalances. But newer research is revealing another hidden player in scalp health: the microbiome. Just like... Read more...
How Stress Hormones Age the Female Body: Cortisol, Collagen, and Cognitive Decline
New research is revealing just how powerfully cortisol, the body’s main stress hormone, affects both brain health and skin aging, especially in women. Chronic stress doesn’t just elevate inflammation. It... Read more...
Understanding Estrogen’s Role in Skin Aging (and How to Support It Naturally)
Understanding estrogen's influence on skin aging can help you care for your skin in a way that supports both your body and your natural rhythm. Estrogen influences collagen production, hydration, elasticity,... Read more...
You're Ignoring Your Skin's Microbiome: More Than Just Probiotics
The word microbiome is usually associated with the gut, but your skin is the body’s largest organ (as we often forget) and it has its own thriving ecosystem of bacteria, fungi,... Read more...
Heat Shock Proteins – Can Saunas Protect Skin from Aging?
Emerging research suggests that heat shock proteins (HSPs), activated by stressors like sauna bathing, may help protect skin, repair damage, and even improve elasticity over time. What Are Heat Shock... Read more...
Can We Trigger Cellular Clean-Up for Anti-Aging?
Aging is often thought of as something that happens on the outside first, with wrinkles, sagging skin, and thinning hair. But much of what drives these visible changes begins deep... Read more...
Copper: The Essential Mineral Your Body - and Skin - Relies On
Did you know copper is antimicrobial? Copper has been trending more in health spaces recently, and it isn’t just a pretty metal.  It’s a vital micronutrient involved in dozens of... Read more...
🧠 Surprising Connection: Leg Strength Supports Brain Health as We Age
The Surprising Link Between Strong Legs and a Sharp Mind: What Leg Power Can Tell Us About Brain Aging When it comes to aging well, most of us are familiar... Read more...
Navigating Perimenopause: Empowering Your Journey with Knowledge and Care
Perimenopause can feel like uncharted territory—but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. In this in-depth guide, we break down what’s happening in your body, how to manage symptoms naturally at... Read more...
The Ultimate Menopause Self-Care Routine: Balance Hormones, Boost Energy, and Feel Like You Again
When you hit your 40s or 50s, “self-care” takes on a whole new meaning. What used to work—sleeping 6 hours, skipping meals, pushing through stress—suddenly stops working. Your body, your... Read more...
Menopause and Your Skin: How to Restore Glow, Firmness, and Confidence
As you step into your 40s and beyond, your skin begins to tell a new story. For many women, menopause brings unexpected changes—dryness, sagging, dullness—that no moisturizer seems to fix.... Read more...
Top Skincare Mistakes Women Over 40 Make—And How to Fix Them
As we age, our skin evolves—but most women over 40 are still using routines designed for their 20s. From hormonal shifts to hydration needs, discover the top skincare mistakes women... Read more...
Time with Pets affects the Body
We know the joy of a tail wagging when we walk through the door, or the steady rumble of a cat's purr nestled against us on the couch. But beyond... Read more...
The Bite of the Past: How Traditional Diets Shaped Stronger Palates & Healthier Teeth
Today, narrow palates, crowded teeth, and chronic dental problems are incredibly common, even among people who brush and floss regularly. But these issues were surprisingly rare in traditional, pre-industrial cultures.... Read more...
The Brain Science Behind Hobbies and Mental Well-Being
We often hear about the importance of having hobbies, but have you ever wondered why? Beyond just filling our time, engaging in hobbies has a profound impact on our brain... Read more...
More than DNA: How Lifestyle Habits & Partner Choice Impact Your Health More Than Genetics
  When it comes to our health, the conversation often revolves around genetics—those inherited traits that seem to dictate so much of who we are. However, research is increasingly showing... Read more...
Cyperus Rotundus Oil: A Natural Solution for Unwanted Facial Hair
Cyperus rotundus, also known as nutgrass or purple nutsedge, is a plant that has been used in traditional medicine for centuries. More recently, its oil has gained attention for its... Read more...
Fermented B-Vitamins vs. Traditional B-Vitamins
B vitamins are a crucial part of overall health, supporting energy levels, brain function, metabolism, and nervous system health. But not all B vitamins are created equal! The form in which... Read more...
Power of Togetherness: How Spending Time With Loved Ones Supports Health During Menopause
As Thanksgiving approaches, many of us turn our thoughts to family, friends, and the joy of gathering together. Beyond the warm memories and shared meals, spending time with loved ones... Read more...
Environmental Nourishment: How Your Environment Supports Your Body & Mind During Menopause
When we think about nourishment, we often think of food—what we put on our plates to fuel our bodies and support our health. But nourishment goes far beyond what we... Read more...
Understanding Brain Waves & Their Effect on Menopause
Menopause brings about numerous changes in a woman’s body, and while we often talk about hormone shifts and physical symptoms, we rarely address how menopause affects the brain and its... Read more...
How Affirmations Actually Change Your Brain
The Science Behind Positive Affirmations: How They Change Your Brain and Boost Your Well-Being You may have heard that positive affirmations—simple, powerful statements we repeat to ourselves—can change our mindset... Read more...
Eat Your Way to Healthy Hormones: Loaded Egg Scramble Breakfast
Why Start Your Day with a Hormone-Healthy Breakfast? By starting your day with nutrient-dense foods, you’re giving your body the tools it needs to thrive. A balanced breakfast packed with... Read more...
Menopause and Cold & Flu: Why You Might Be More Vulnerable
As we get into cold & flu season, us menopausal women may notice an increased susceptibility to colds, flu, and other illnesses. There’s scientific reasons for this - let's get into... Read more...
What Your Thyroid Needs to Thrive
Poor thyroid health can have a significant impact on women during menopause. The thyroid gland regulates metabolism, and as estrogen levels drop during menopause, thyroid function can decline, leading to... Read more...
Insulin Resistance and Menopause: What You Need to Know
During menopause, many women face a variety of hormonal changes that can affect their overall health, and insulin resistance is one of the most critical issues to address. Insulin resistance... Read more...
Regrow Those Locks: Here's How!
Menopause brings with it significant hormonal changes that can lead to, among many things, thinning hair. It's a struggle many of us know all too well, and so many 'solutions'... Read more...
Skincare Secret: Benefits of Beef Tallow
In the world of skincare, where new products and trends seem to emerge daily, it’s easy to overlook some of the most effective, time-tested remedies. One such remedy, often forgotten... Read more...
Navigating Menopause and Mental Health: You Are Not Alone
Menopause is often talked about in terms of physical changes—hot flashes, night sweats, and the end of menstruation—but the mental and emotional toll it takes is equally significant. Many women... Read more...
Recipe: Healthy Hormones Breakfast Bowl
Healing hormones CAN be delicious - meet your new breakfast go-to! This Healthy Hormones Breakfast Bowl is packed with science-backed ingredients for your body's wellbeing, and is super easy to make 😋... Read more...
Menopausal Benefits of These 4 Common Teas
Chamomile Tea: Calming the Storm When menopause brings its share of mood swings and anxiety, chamomile tea emerges as a gentle ally. This ancient herbal tea, derived from the chamomile... Read more...
A Scientific Perspective: The Impact of Alcohol on Menopausal Women
I had been thinking more recently about how often throughout the week our culture relies on 'a glass of wine with dinner' to unwind after any kind of day - stressful,... Read more...
Nature's Stress Relief Cocktail (disclaimer - no alcohol involved 😜)
Today, we're shining a spotlight on a powerhouse trio: Ashwagandha with D2 and Zinc. It just might be your new nightly cocktail! It's nature's stress relief cocktail - backed by... Read more...
Harnessing the Power of Mushrooms: Elevating Menopausal Wellbeing with Lion's Mane, Reishi, and Chaga
Finding small ways to support our health in our daily lives becomes more important than ever during and after menopause for our longevity. Did you know that one of those... Read more...
10 Reasons to Love Yoga During Menopause
Going into menopause can often feel like getting dumped in the lion’s cage with a fresh steak strapped to your back. With its myriad of symptoms like hot flashes, mood... Read more...
Turmeric and Black Pepper: A Potent Combo for Menopause Relief
In case you didn’t know, this is a spice duo that's taking the wellness world by storm, especially for women in going through menopause: turmeric and black pepper. Now, turmeric isn't just... Read more...
The Sleep-Menopause Connection
Hey everyone, let's have a chat about something that might be keeping many of us up at night: sleep during menopause. It's no secret that menopause can feel like a... Read more...
If You Haven’t Tried an Infrared Sauna Yet, Here’s Why You Should
Have you tried an infrared sauna? If not, you should. Now, if you're picturing a traditional sauna and thinking, "No way, I'm already dealing with hot flashes!", hear me out.... Read more...
Healthy Cooking Tips to Help Manage Weight During Menopause
For many women, menopause brings a myriad of changes, both physically and emotionally. One of the most common concerns during this transition is weight management. Fluctuating hormones can lead to... Read more...
Vital Ways Your Sleep Affects Your Menopause Experience
Emotional Well-being and Mood Regulation The Issue: Mood swings, irritability, and even episodes of depression can sometimes shadow the menopausal journey. Hormonal fluctuations, particularly the decline in estrogen, play a... Read more...
Cinnamon & Menopause: Is cinnamon your new best friend?
For countless years, cinnamon has enchanted our senses with its warm aroma and deliciously spicy flavor. Used in sweet and savory dishes worldwide, cinnamon has also long held a revered... Read more...