Ten years after the publication of two Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) studies on the risks and benefits of estrogen plus progestin in healthy postmenopausal women, millions of women suffer with menopausal symptoms because they fear these hormones. The two studies ...
Read More »Pains and Sprains: Recovery With Physical Therapy
In my previous article Injuries at Menopause, I wrote about my knee injury. My treacherous fall caused a lot of excruciating pain, restricted movement and reduced strength and endurance in my entire leg. I was incredibly relieved to find out ...
Read More »Ask the Experts
Our experts Dr. Mache Seibel, Karen Giblin, Dr. Michael Goodman, Dr. Mary Jane Minkin and Dr. Verna Brooks McKenzie field questions from our members. Submit your question. Dear Red Hot Mamas Experts, I recently had a hysterectomy and am currently ...
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Read More »Dear Red Hot Mamas
This month, a syndicated radio program requested an interview with me about women at menopause and how they were communicating with their clinicians. The interview will air next month and I certainly will share the link with you so that ...
Read More »No Prescription Required… Menopause Friendly Foods Can Help You Feel Fabulous
“Let your food be your medicine, and your medicine be your food.” – Hippocrates Understanding this thing called menopause is rather difficult for some of us. Especially when you have your personal summers all year long. . Yes, it’s hot ...
Read More »For as much as Women Open Up, Why do we Shut Down about Our Health?
Everyone knows that communication is a key factor in any relationship. Women tend to be most comfortable opening up to friends and loved ones, but what about that other important person in your life – your doctor! According to a ...
Read More »You Asked: Why There Is a Red Hot Mamas Organization
I was 40 years of age when I had to have a hysterectomy with removal of my ovaries (oophorectomy). The reason for my surgery was to stop abnormal and heavy bleeding and pain which was occurring during my menstrual cycles. ...
Read More »Simple Summer Luxuries
The long, leisurely days of summer already feel pretty fleeting. Make the most out of the remaining summer before you are left wondering, “Where have all the days gone?” Jot down all of the activities, day trips and general summer ...
Read More »Secrets Behind a Beautiful Smile
Say cheese! Our smile is one of the first things people notice and something everyone wants to keep shiny and bright throughout life. We face more challenges as we age, including keeping our pearly whites gleaming and healthy. Our bodies ...
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