Menopause fatigue is one of the many frustrating symptoms we can experience once it comes time for “the change.” On top of all the other physical things you’re going through, feeling tired all the time when you’re trying to go about your life can be really taxing. If you’re sluggish and just don’t feel like…

It’s frustrating: At least 90 percent of us gain weight — 13 pounds, on average — after we pass through menopause. To stop this from happening, or to slim down if you’re already feeling it, check out these expert-approved tips. Make a steak. Think you’ll need to eat much smaller, lighter meals after age 50…

For years, Doris Carlson, 59, battled exhaustion, body aches and brain fog — until she discovered the surprising culprit and the natural cure. “Mom! Mom!” I woke up to hear my 14-year-old daughter, Alexis, yelling as she rang the doorbell, recalls Doris. I ran downstairs to find her on the verge of tears as she…

Ah, vaginal dryness — the instant bedroom mood killer. For the roughly 32 million women in America who experience it on a regular basis, according to a 2014 study published in Clinical Medical Insights: Reproductive Health, that can be a real problem without a good lubricant on hand. Luckily, we’ve found a stellar selection of top-notch,…

A lot can change about a woman’s body over time. From the silver strands that begin to pop up on the top of our heads to the fine lines that appear around our mouths after decades spent laughing, there are certain transformations we’ve come to expect. When it comes to reproductive and sexual health, however,…

Eating the right types of foods is a great way to battle some of the frustrating symptoms that come with age. Whether you’re going through “the change” and are having some unpleasant side effects, or you’re trying to keep your heart healthy, we’re you might want to start adding some alfalfa to your daily routine.…

Hot flashes, annoying aches, forgetfulness — If you’re one of the 47 million women going through menopause (or perimenopause), there’s great news. Scientists have discovered ways to free yourself from common symptoms of the change — no hormone replacement therapy needed! Take shatavari for hot flashes. At least one in two of us battle hot…

If you’re experiencing perimenopause symptoms, or are already in menopause, you’re probably the right age to remember taking those chewable Flintstone multivitamins as a kid. Back then, everyone seemed to take those chalky orange and grape flavored cartoon characters — and they were enough like candy that it was almost a treat. In adulthood, choosing…

Facial hair is a fact of life for some of us, especially after menopause. Women have been battling it for ages and have come up with some pretty fool-proof techniques. If your facial hair bothers you and you want to get rid of it, we’ve got a couple of new ideas for you to try.…

Feeling more uncomfortable than usual “down there?” Hidden culprits could be causing your discomfort. Check out some of our expert-approved tips to relieve vaginal dryness below. Opt for soap-free body wash. Harsh and scented soaps and douches can strip away the delicate surface layer of skin cells that keep vaginal tissues supple and moist. It’s…