Featured Article Expert Advice on Incontinence, LBL, Menopause, Aging, Intimacy and More! Myths and misconceptions about bladder health abound, especially those surrounding leakage after sneezing, surgery, and Kegels, the exercises designed to strengthen the pelvic-floor muscles. Read More
Can You Test For Menopause? How Do You Know When It Will End? BY Dr Cindy Long Likes (102) There isn't a "menopause test" that can detect when one is entering the perimenopause. Read more
Changing Nutritional Needs During Menopause BY Sylvia Melendez Klinger Likes (211) For those of us experiencing menopause, let me assure you that symptoms like hot flashes, irregular periods and mood swings are very common and normal. As our body makes less of the hormone progesterone, you may also start experiencing symptoms caused by the hormone changes. Read more
Do I really need to strength train? BY Marta Montenegro Likes (584) Absolutely! Do you want to keep your metabolism up, ditch fluffy arms and legs, and preserve bone mass? Read more
Do Poise panty liners adhere to nylon panties? All the liners I have tried only stick to my cotton panties. Likes (118) Great question Holly! I checked with the folks at the lab and discovered that Poise® Liners (and all Poise products) stick well to both... Read more
Does Menopause Affect How Your Body Handles Sugar? BY Marta Montenegro Likes (481) Yes, it does. Estrogen decline tends to increase production of the glucose-control hormone insulin, which impacts overall metabolism. When insulin levels go up, sugar is moved out of the blood and to the muscles and liver... Read more
Everyone's Menopause Health Needs Differ: How to Discover Yours BY Rebecca Hulem Likes (84) Menopause is one of the most important health transitions women will face in their life, yet so many women feel overwhelmed with the many choices and decisions we have to make. There are several aspects to manage, from what to do regarding their symptoms to the increased health risks of heart disease and osteoporosis. I hear stories, over and over again, about doctors who are not willing to spend the time to sit down with their patients and answer their questions. In addition, many women report feeling that their doctors are stuck in the "one size fits all" mentality, forgetting that their patient is unique. Read more