Diet & Nutrition

Soy Spells Fewer Hot Flashes for Certain Women

Does soy in the diet help with hot flashes? It does, but only for women whose bodies can produce the soy metabolite equol, reports a study of American women just published online in Menopause, the journal of the North American ...

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Skin Care During and After Menopause

Wrinkles, wrinkles…. They can be more apparent when your skin is dry. They come from too much sun damage over the years and hormonal changes as your estrogen levels decrease with age. The lower estrogen levels can change your skin ...

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Best Butternut Squash Soup

Best Butternut Squash Soup Total prep time: 30-40 minutes Total cooking time start-to-finish: ~ 1.5 hours Contributed by: Dr. Goodman Ingredients: You can make this recipe as big or small as you wish, depending on the # and sizes of ...

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Active Aging Week – Staying Active

The last week in September is ‘Active Aging Week’  Staying active can help you in many ways: Keep your strength so you can stay independent Have more energy Improve balance, strength Help to prevent or delay heart disease, diabetes Help ...

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Is Your Weight Weighing You Down?

As we age, and during menopause, many women notice body changes, specifically weight gain. The average amount of weight gain during the menopause transition is 5 lbs. Estrogen therapy, may promote water retention, but it does not cause weight gain. ...

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It’s a New Year! Take A Bite in the Right Direction

Incorporating new habits into your daily life takes work, so aim for progress, not perfection! Start with small changes that you can easily fit into your daily routine and go a little further each week. Swapping a breakfast Danish for ...

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