Category Archives: Menopause

Women who experience early menopause may be more likely to have heart problems before they reach the age of sixty, according to a new study. This new research could help to identify women who are most at risk of cardiovascular disease. The study conducted at the University of Queensland in Brisbane, Australia used data from ...click here to read more

A connection we might never make on our own is between our dental health and our heart health, but research suggests that these two or more intertwined than we might think. Recent studies have found that periodontal disease, often characterized by swollen and bleeding gums, and the loss of teeth as an adult are related ...click here to read more

Menopause comes with various woes, and while hormone replacement therapy is one way to deal with the symptoms, doctors now recommend yoga for menopause. Menopause is a phase of life that women go through during which they become infertile and stop menstruating. Changing hormone levels in menopausal women often lead to symptoms such as weight ...click here to read more

An estimated 1.3 million Americans suffer from rheumatoid arthritis, a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the joints. There is no cure for rheumatoid arthritis, but there are therapies to help ease symptoms. As with any autoimmune disease, the immune system acts wrongfully and attacks different areas of the body, leading to destruction and symptoms. In ...click here to read more

Hot flashes, commonly associated with menopause in women, may also be a sign of a sleep disorder called obstructive sleep apnea and could increase the risk of cardiovascular disease as well as diabetes. Research carried out by the North American Menopause Society (NAMS) published in Menopause explains this relationship. What is obstructive sleep apnea and how ...click here to read more

Getting older is never easy. We get tired more quickly, become less physically capable, and unfortunately, lose our youthful appearance. While both men and women have to deal with the negatives that come with aging, women have a much harder time, as they also have to go through a transitional phase called menopause. A new ...click here to read more

We all get sad from time to time, but some individuals suffer from a more profound form of sadness called depression. It is estimated that 350 million people around the globe suffer from depression, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). We at Bel Marra feel depression is a very important topic, so we have ...click here to read more

Whether you’re just starting menopause or are in it now, you know that it brings with it a slew of uncomfortable symptoms. From hot flashes to restless sleepless nights, menopause can feel like a life sentence. The good news is that these annoying symptoms may actually be temporary and not burden you forever. The small ...click here to read more

Menopause and depression are generally two separate conditions that have more in common than you might think. This period in a woman’s life, going from a reduction in menstrual periods to when menstruation stops entirely, was found to predispose them to be twice as likely to suffer from the symptoms of depression compared to men, ...click here to read more

Bad news for women who experience or who have gone through menopause: research suggests it could increase the risk of Alzheimer’s. The researchers found that metabolic changes occur in perimenopausal women. Two-thirds of Alzheimer’s patients in the U.S. are women. The exact mechanisms that link menopause with Alzheimer’s disease are still unknown, but previous studies ...click here to read more

Menopause signifies the natural ending of a woman’s menstruation. With it, there are many symptoms, including fatigue and hot flashes. However, there are essential oils for menopause that may help during this phase of life. Menopause is defined by 12 consecutive months passed without a menstrual period. The majority of women experience menopause during their ...click here to read more

Attention ladies: Finally, a beer company has you in mind. The Portsmouth Brewery in New Hampshire has developed a craft beer to help you combat those nasty menopausal symptoms. Common symptoms of menopause include insomnia, hot flashes, and headaches. Women experience these symptoms as a result of changing hormones which take place during menopause. The ...click here to read more

Menopause marks the end of a woman’s menstrual cycle and is diagnosed after you’ve gone 12 months without having a period. While this time in a woman’s life does come with many biological changes, a new study finds that the brain of menopausal women uses less energy, a characteristic similarly seen with Alzheimer’s disease patients. ...click here to read more

Previous studies in women revealed that a drop in estrogen and progesterone after menopause is responsible for hearing loss and that hormone therapy can minimize this. But the latest findings now suggest that late natural menopause and the use of oral hormonal therapies could increase the risk of hearing loss in women. The study began ...click here to read more