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Alternatives to HRT
Some women cannot safely take HRT, or simply don't wish to for various reasons. When symptoms are milder, these can sometimes be managed...
Body Identical vs Bioidentical HRT
Understandably, it is easy to confuse these terms. Here, Dr Helen Kennedy explains the difference and why she prescribes body identical...
What is the BMS?
The British Menopause Society (BMS) is the specialist authority for menopause and post reproductive health in the UK. The BMS educates,...
What are the best methods of contraception for women over 40, and when can women stop using contraception?
Pregnancy can still occur in women over 40, even if they are experiencing irregular cycles and symptoms of the perimenopause, so choosing...
Which vitamins should I take if I'm peri-menopausal?
Women often ask me which vitamin supplements they should take during the peri-menopausal and menopause time of their life. The answer...
What are the symptoms of peri-menopause?
Hormones impact so much of our body, our mind and how we feel. That’s why, when hormone levels change during peri-menopause and the...
When should I stop taking HRT?
Many women ask how long they should stay on HRT, and if they stop, will their menopausal symptoms return.
What to eat to help with the menopause?
Good nutrition plays a crucial role in supporting overall health and well-being during menopause. What should we be eating?
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