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Natural Remedies for Menopausal Hot Flashes
menopause, friday facts & features, midlife, health, wellness Tera Johnson-Swartz menopause, friday facts & features, midlife, health, wellness Tera Johnson-Swartz

Natural Remedies for Menopausal Hot Flashes

Hot flashes during menopause can be one of the most frustrating of the elements. Luckily, there are several natural alternatives to consider implementing into your self-care plan. Here are few ideas, but know it’s always important to share any changes with your choices with your health-care provider for additional support.

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Six Unusual Symptoms of Menopause
menopause, friday facts & features, midlife, health Tera Johnson-Swartz menopause, friday facts & features, midlife, health Tera Johnson-Swartz

Six Unusual Symptoms of Menopause

Everyone knows the main signs and symptoms of menopause, right? Hot flashes, night sweats and changes to your period are some of the most common symptoms of menopause and perimenopause. But here are six of the more unusual menopause symptoms, ones that you might not immediately associate with your changing hormones.

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Looking Good In Midlife: Skin Care For 40s, 50s, and Beyond
menopause, friday facts & features, midlife, health, wellness Tera Johnson-Swartz menopause, friday facts & features, midlife, health, wellness Tera Johnson-Swartz

Looking Good In Midlife: Skin Care For 40s, 50s, and Beyond

Many women start to notice the signs of aging once they’re over 40. Your skin may look dry and flaky due to lower estrogen levels, and less elastin and collagen means more wrinkles or loss of firmness. So whether you’ve always been a skincare aficionado or have just been getting by with soap and water so far, here are a few guidelines for the best skin care in your 40s and beyond.

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What Is Menopause and Other Menopause Questions (part 1)

What Is Menopause and Other Menopause Questions (part 1)

For centuries middle life was viewed as an honorable, sacred time. Women traded their working and childbearing roles to then be crowned the matriarch of the family; elder, storyteller, healer. And yet somehow, somewhere in history’s fabric, midlife lost its prestige. Age a burden and menopause, feared or dreaded. But what is menopause?

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Coming Soon - what is menopause and other menopause questions (part 1)

Coming Soon - what is menopause and other menopause questions (part 1)

For centuries middle life was viewed as an honorable, sacred time. Women traded their working and childbearing roles to then be crowned the matriarch of the family; elder, storyteller, healer. And yet somehow, somewhere in history’s fabric, midlife lost its prestige. Age a burden and menopause, feared or dreaded. But what is menopause?

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