How Food, Stress, and Daily Habits Can Help You Feel More Balanced Many women notice perimenopausal symptoms as: Why Perimenopause Affects the Nervous System During perimenopause, the body’s hormone levels—especially estrogen—begin to fluctuate. Research shows that hormonal changes during this transition are closely linked to the nervous system and brain function (Zhu et al., 2022).Continue reading “Supporting Your Nervous System During Perimenopause”
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How Hormonal Fluctuations Impact Neurological Health in Women
Hormones & Neurology: Female Life Stages Through a Brain-Healthy Lens Understanding how fluctuating hormones affect neurological health is especially vital for women. Whether it’s seizures worsening around menstrual cycles, migraines becoming more frequent during perimenopause, or seizure management during pregnancy and lactation, hormonal dynamics profoundly influence the brain. The Dance of Estrogen and Progesterone: CatamenialContinue reading “How Hormonal Fluctuations Impact Neurological Health in Women”
Navigating Perimenopause: Hormone Testing and Lifestyle Tips
Perimenopause and menopause mark a profound life transition, bringing hormonal shifts that affect everything from sleep to cardiovascular health. While these changes are natural, they can feel unsettling without practical tools for support. Hormone Testing in Peri/MenopauseSerum testing remains the gold standard for assessing ovarian reserve (e.g., AMH, FSH, estradiol), but urine-based methods are emergingContinue reading “Navigating Perimenopause: Hormone Testing and Lifestyle Tips”