Category Archives: Menopause
Hello Again…
I have received quite a few emails reminding me that there has been a bit of blog inactivity. This is true. My apologies. I am working on so many wonderful projects at the moment- it seems my blog has been neglected. As for my projects—Akasha’s next Take Charge Group Cleanse starts on July 7th at [....]
Heart Disease and Hormone Replacement Therapy
I am 2-days post my delivery due date and, as evident from my recent blogs, have pregnancy on my mind. But, a huge part of my practice is working with Perimenopausal and Menopausal woman and I am always keeping up with the latest research on women, aging and hormones. A lot of fear surrounds hormone [....]
Listen to me on Get Smart Radio
I recently spoke on getsmartradio.net about women and their menstrual cycle-from PMS to Menopause. Click on the link to listen to the podcast.
Sex Hormones and Mood
Hormones affect mood. It really is that simple. However, the basic concept that hormones affect mood is not widely appreciated or investigated when a patient presents to the doctor with symptoms of depression or anxiety. Mainstream medicine is quick to “fix” anxiety and depression with prescription medication. Sometimes these medications are absolutely indicated, but not [....]
Maca Reduces Symptoms of PMS
A new study published in the current issue of Menopause: The Journal of The North American Menopause Society reports that supplementing with Maca (Lepidium meyenii) at a dose of 3.5 grams/day reduces symptoms of anxiety and depression associated with menopause while also increasing libido. These benefits were experienced without causing hormone levels to change. So, [....]
