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·September 25, 2021·2 min read

History of Migraines Lead To More Severe Hot Flashes for Postmenopausal Women

Neurovascular dysfunction may explain the link between migraines, hot flashes during menopause, and increased risk of heart disease in women. Researchers found a history of migraines predicted an increase in hot flashes during menopause transition.

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·September 2, 2021·4 min read

The Memory Changes of Menopause

Researchers have identified four cognitive profiles associated with menopause. Findings reveal women who experience stronger verbal learning and memory, in addition to better attention and executive function during menopause, are less likely to experience hot flashes and depression. Women who experienced cognitive weakness had an increased risk of depression and sleep disruptions.

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·June 24, 2021·3 min read

Starting the Day off With Chocolate Could Have Unexpected Benefits

For postmenopausal women, eating 100g of chocolate within an hour of waking in the morning helped burn body fat and decrease blood sugar levels.

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·April 24, 2021·2 min read

A Good Night’s Sleep Could Do Wonders for Your Love Life

Poor quality sleep can lead to sexual dysfunction in women, a new study reports.

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·March 21, 2021·2 min read

Sleep Disturbances May Contribute to Weight Gain in Menopause

Reduced levels of estrogen may not be the only risk factor for weight gain associated with menopause. A new study reports sleep disruptions also contribute to increased weight gain during menopause.

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·January 21, 2021·6 min read

Sunbathing After Menopause May Be Harmful

Menopausal women who frequently sunbathe have increased levels of gonadotropins and lower levels of estrogen than their peers who are not active sun worshipers. Low estrogen levels and higher levels of other hormones increase the risk for a number of health problems, including Alzheimer's disease.

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·December 14, 2020·7 min read

Study Find Links Between Inflammation, Menopause, and Depressive Disorder

Study reports a link between levels of GlycA, an inflammatory molecule in the blood, and an increased risk of depression symptoms. Researchers also outline specific symptoms associated with menopause and an increased likelihood of developing depression.

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·October 7, 2020·2 min read

Women’s Expected Longevity Linked to Age at Birth of Last Child

Women who give birth to their last child later in life may have an edge when it comes to longevity. Those who gave birth later in life had longer telomeres, which are biomarkers for long-term health and longevity.

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·July 29, 2020·4 min read

Exposure to Environmental Chemicals May Disrupt Sleep During Menopause

Phthalate exposure is linked to sleep disruptions and insomnia in menopausal women.

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·January 23, 2020·3 min read

Hot flashes impair memory performance

Vasomotor symptoms, including hot flashes in postmenopausal women, may contribute to memory performance problems. Neuroimaging reveals hot flashes caused alterations in brain function during memory encoding and retrieval tasks, specifically within the hippocampus and prefrontal cortex.

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·January 15, 2020·4 min read

Having less sex linked to earlier menopause

Women who are sexually active on at least a monthly basis have a lower risk of early menopause than women who have sex less frequently, a new study reports.