All Women's Wellness

Menopause Is Not a Dirty Word

What You Need to Know

Estrogen dominance in menopausal and postmenopausal women

       Estrogen is metabolized by the liver through three different pathways. Depending on the pathway, estrogen will be converted into good or bad metabolites. The 2-hydroxy metabolic pathway is considered good as it has the lowest risk for cancer and other problems. Meanwhile, the 16-hydroxy and 4-hydroxy pathways are considered bad and associated with higher risks of breast cancer. Using the 2-hydroxy pathway, your body produces good estrogen metabolites, which support healthy mood, libido, breast tissue, and reproductive health. When your body is converting too many of your hormones using the 16-hydroxy and 4-hydroxy pathways, that’s when you experience estrogen dominant symptoms such as irritability, vaginal dryness, and PMS, and are at a higher risk of developing cancer.

Don’t Ignore Vaginal Dryness and Pain: A Holistic Guide to Comfort and Care during Menopause

 The pelvic floor is a crucial but often overlooked aspect of women's health, playing a pivotal role in overall well being. By navigate various life stages and ensure a vibrant and healthy life understanding and maintaining good pelvic health is essential for women.

Menopause, a natural phase marking the end of a woman's reproductive years, brings about significant hormonal shifts, particularly a decline in estrogen levels. These changes extend their influence to various aspects of the body, notably the pelvis. Understanding menopause and its impact on pelvic health is crucial for women.

Achieving hormonal harmony during menopause is a delicate yet essential goal for women's well-being. Menopause, a natural phase signalling the end of reproductive years, involves hormonal shifts that can lead to various symptoms. Hormones like estrogen and progesterone decline, causing changes in the menstrual cycle and contributing to symptoms such as hot flashes, mood swings, weight gain, insulin resistance, and sleep disturbances. Maintaining hormonal balance can alleviate these symptoms and promote overall health. How we nourish ourselves lays the foundation for both hormone balance and metabolic repair. Lifestyle factors, including a balanced diet rich in nutrients, regular exercise, stress management, and sufficient sleep, play a crucial role in supporting hormonal harmony.