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Why Hormones Matter in Mental Health: Supporting Mental Health Through Hormonal Transitions

Discover how hormonal changes impact mental health and effective strategies to support well-being during hormonal transitions for lasting emotional balance.

By Guest authors: Janet Melo-Thaiss and Jasmine Melo-Thaiss
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How to Enjoy Summer Food Without Feeling Like You're "Off Track"

Learn practical, evidence-based strategies to enjoy summer barbecues, vacations, and social events while supporting your health, energy, and body composition goals. Discover how to overcome food scarcity thinking and build a healthier relationship with food.

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Skin and Hair Changes After 40: What They May Be Telling You About Your Hormones and Metabolic Health

Skin and hair changes after 40 are often more than “just aging.” In this article, Dr. Andrea Gri, ND explores how hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menopause, especially declining estrogen, affect collagen production, hydration, hair growth, and skin repair. She also expla

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Why So Many Women in Early Perimenopause Are Overlooked (and What That Means for You)

Many women start to feel different in their 40s long before their cycles change, and are often told everything is normal. This post explains why early perimenopause is missed and what to do if you don’t feel like yourself.

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Why Intermittent Fasting Can Backfire After 40 (and How to Fix Evening Cravings)

Struggling with cravings at night despite eating less during the day? Learn why intermittent fasting can backfire after 40 and how to support metabolism, energy, and appetite with better meal timing.

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Why Cravings Get Worse After 40 (And What Your Body May Be Trying to Tell You)

Cravings getting worse after 40? Learn how hormones, sleep, stress, and blood sugar changes in perimenopause can increase hunger — and what you can do about it.

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How to Keep Moving and Support Your Metabolism When Winter Gets in the Way

Stay active and boost your metabolism during winter with simple tips to overcome cold weather challenges and maintain energy all season long.

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Beyond Resolutions: How to Create Goals That Actually Stick

Most resolutions fail because they are built on pressure instead of purpose. This post explores how connecting goals to your values, rather than restriction, leads to change that actually lasts.

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Am I in Perimenopause?

If you’re in your mid-40s and have noticed changes in the timing and flow of your menstrual cycle, there’s a good chance that you’ve entered perimenopause. There are two phases that define perimenopause:

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Top 4 Blood Tests for People with PCOS

Having a diagnosis of PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) increases a person’s risk for other health conditions. One of the best ways to be proactive with your health is to start screening early, and tak...

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Homemade Chicken Burgers!

This is my family’s go-to chicken burger recipe. Lean ground chicken is a great alternative to beef as it is much lower in saturated fat (and therefore better for your cholesterol levels!). This recip...

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Easy Summer Greek Salad

This recipe is very versatile and takes advantage of all the delicious, fresh produce in season. It can be served as a side with almost any summer meal such as chicken, fish, hamburgers, etc! Feel fre...

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