If you’re a woman over 35 and constantly asking: ·       Why am I always tired—even after coffee? ·       Why does exercise make my fatigue worse instead of better? ·       Why do my labs look “normal” but my energy feels anything but? You’re not imagining it. Chronic fatigue in women during perimenopause and menopause  is extremely common — and it’s rarely fixed with more caffeine or harder workouts. In functional medicine, we see this pattern every day.Here are three hidde

In This Article Estrogen 101:  Discover how estrogen acts as a full-body metabolic messenger—not just a reproductive hormone—and why its decline changes how your body burns energy. 1. Mitochondrial Power:  Learn how estrogen fine-tunes your mitochondria, boosts metabolic flexibility, and keeps your “energy engines” running efficiently. 2. Muscle Protection:  Understand how estrogen preserves muscle mass, strength, and repair—your biggest lever for a strong metabolism. 3. Bloo

If you’ve found yourself feeling more anxious, restless, or emotionally on edge in your 40s, you’re not imagining it. Many women notice a surprising increase in anxiety during perimenopause , the years leading up to menopause when hormones begin to fluctuate . Understanding why this happens is the first step toward regaining your calm, clarity, and confidence.   What Happens During Perimenopause Perimenopause typically begins in a woman’s late 30s or early 40s and can last a

In a world where one in eight women will face breast cancer in her lifetime, prevention isn’t just smart, it’s essential. While mammograms and genetic testing still play key roles, a new wave of evidence-based wellness strategies is rewriting the rules on how women can take charge of their breast health. Think beyond annual screenings. Today, cutting-edge naturopathic functional medicine approaches are revealing how hormone balance, detoxification, and lifestyle synergy can d

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