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Dr. Lisa Mosconi, an associate professor of neurology and radiology at Weill Cornell Medicine, is pioneering research that may significantly impact women's health globally. As the director of the Women’s Brain Initiative and Alzheimer’s Prevention Program, Dr. Mosconi delves into critical topics affecting women, particularly the intersection of menopause and brain health. In a recent discussion, Dr. Mosconi highlighted several key points: - Menopause has a profound impact on brain health, with changes beginning in its early onset stages. - Historically, there has been a notable lack of research and investment directed towards menopause. - Menopause comprises various stages, including perimenopause, which can be detected through brain scans. - Symptoms such as brain fog and behavioral changes are common during menopause. - Lifestyle factors like exercise, caffeine, sleep, and alcohol consumption play a role in managing menopause symptoms. - There are evolutionary reasons behind menopause, and it has significant emotional impacts. - Early treatment and prevention strategies are crucial for managing menopause-related symptoms. Dr. Mosconi stresses the urgent need for increased awareness and research to better support women's health during menopause. #WomensHealth #Neurology #Menopause #BrainHealth #Research #HealthcareInnovation ---------------------- Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eBYSrA8j

Menopause is a challenging time mentally and physically for women. Changes in body composition- weight gain, in particular, is often at the root of these challenges. Women deserve to be well informed about this transition, and take a proactive approach to living their best life. In this podcast, we discussed all things menopause and weight-gain related! Thank you Nina Crowley, PhD, RDN, LD with seca – precision for health for the chance to talk about this in detail. You’re so well-informed and compassionate about all things body comp, and you’re a pleasure to work with!! #healthylifestyle #healthylifestyle #healthawareness #metabolism #menopause #obesity #obesityawareness #obesitytreatment #obesitymedicine

I’ve updated my details on how you can work with me. I’m offering online Naturopathy Consultations and in clinic Body Balance Treatments - these are based on muscle testing and is incorporating my Emotions and Metaphysical Kinesiology studies as these are just too good not to share 💗 I realise not everyone likes online consultations and you are welcome to book a face to face appointment - just add this into the comments and I’ll see you in Moggill 💗 #katrinafroomenaturopathy #womenshealth #guthealth #microbiome #perimenopause #menopause #muscletesting #bodybalancetreatment

Menopause, Vaginal Pain, Intimate Wellness Up to 87% of women will experience vaginal symptoms of menopause with low estrogen, across a third of our lives, yet only 7% will seek help. At Aquafit Intimate we are seeing that the most searched for vaginal concerns in menopause are UTI's, incontinence, dryness, burning, itching and painful sex. In that order. While talking about vaginal pain may not be sexy, relief is a strong motivator. Intimate training can help. Our all-in-one Intimate Gel Sticks combine pelvic floor muscle strength and tonus, heightened vaginal elasticity, deep hydration and rebalancing of protective acidity (pH 3.8-5.0) to prevent dysbiosis and infections. A simple DIY routine, 5-7 minutes in the shower or in bed, to relieve vaginal symptoms of menopause - starting with pain. Naturally powerful, with hyaluronic acid, aloe vera, lactic acid, Vitamin B3 and C. No hormones, or irritants. Across our users, women in menopause and beyond are reaching out to Aquafit Intimate for vaginal self care 12 weeks out of the year, YOY 🥰 to bridge the pain gap. Keep it up. 👏 #womenshealthmatters #menopause #vaginalhealth #painrelief #sexualwellness #intimacy #healthypleasure #pelvicfloor The Case for Her Tech4Eva - The global Femtech accelerator Midi Health

Menopause and bone health Oestrogen is the hormone responsible for so much, during the menopause the decreased levels of oestrogen leads to premature ageing of our skin because of the lack of collagen. Our bone density is also impacted, the building and clearing of bone tissue changes and the bone clearing is more efficient than the bone building, this can lead to osteoporosis in post-menopausal women. How can we help to mitigate this potential bone density reduction? This would hopefully have started in our teenage years. When we are growing our muscles pull on our bones to help build their strength. As bone tissue is laid down the build up is quicker than the clearing of dead tissue. After our menopause the clearing of bone tissue is quicker than the building of the tissue. Resistance type training such as weights, kettle bells, using bands and our body weight can help, as we lift the weights the muscles pull on the bones and help to strengthen the bones as well as the muscles. A good diet with calcium rich foods help to keep our bones strong. The blood needs the calcium so much it will take it from our bones when deficient, regardless of how weak our bones are, this will help the onset of osteoporosis. When using weights, the weight must be appropriate and always take the advice of a healthcare professional or Personal Trainer. #fitnesstraining #weighttraining #fitandfabulous #bonehealth

Explore the impact of changes in estrogen, hormone replacement therapy, and lifecycle changes during menopause as Dr. Emily Dhurandhar talks with Dr. Nina Crowley, PhD, RDN, LD about the physiological changes women undergo in this transitional phase. 🔄 Uncover the intricacies of estrogen's role, the redistribution of body fat, and the significance of proactive measures in preserving muscle mass and overall well-being during the menopausal years. 💪🔍 Gain valuable insights to better understand the nuanced interplay between hormonal shifts and lifestyle adjustments. 🧠💡 For many who have managed their weight most of their life, menopause may feel like a “Perfect Storm” with changes driving adipose tissue to the abdominal area, changing personal goals, and driving changes to eating patterns and exercise routines. 🌪️➡️🥗🏋️♀️ Body composition assessment can help determine baseline levels of muscle and fat, and prompt changes to eating and exercise regimens. A focus on strength training can have a positive impact on muscle mass. Set your patients up for success by using body composition assessment to evaluate before starting any hormone therapy or making changes to the diet or exercise regimen to monitor changes. 📊💊🍽️ Listen in on Youtube: https://lnkd.in/exfhksMw

What is the evidence for exercise and joint pain, does exercise help or increase joint pain? It's a bit of both, of course exercise can lead to injury, but so can getting comfortable on the sofa. It is important to remember the long list of health benefits of keeping active. A 2022 review of the latest evidence ‘Moving Medicine’ concluded that increased levels of physical activity led to reduced levels of joint pain. In cross-sectional studies, those complying with the minimum national physical activity guidelines, were less likely to report joint pain symptoms than those who were sedentary. In both peri- and post-menopausal women, physical activity has been shown to reduce many symptoms of menopause including joint pain. This is such an important message for Women, although injury and soft tissue management can be more challenging, and too much training may lead to injury; like goldilocks, just the right amount of exercise and recovery - will help to reduce joint pain. Our CIMSPA endorsed menopause training program for fitness professionals offers evidence-based education to the people who teach and train menopausal women, ensuring they are following the correct guidance and information from the experts. Are you a #fitnesscoach ? Get ahead of the curve, expand your business, and add another string to your bow. Our self-paced e-learning course will equip you with the knowledge to confidently support and inspire your menopausal clients to find the joy in movement! Learn more...👇 www.menopausemovement.co Strength in Education 💪

#DeckTheHormones Day 14,of our Peri& Meno symptom awareness campaign🌲is joint pain. Or more succinctly “All over body pain” 🔦Today we shine the spotlight on sex hormone effects on our musculoskeletal system. This is our bones, ligaments, tendons, intervertebral discs & muscles. 💪Estradiol & progesterone are so important for a healthy musculoskeletal system. Testosterone is less well studied in women but low levels are associated with osteoporosis and female athletes with high levels are often forbidden to compete … 🫣 I have seen so many women over my 25 years of practice with unexplained joint or muscle pain. Often diagnosed as “medically unexplained symptoms ” “fibromyalgia” “chronic pain” … but since prescribing HRT for this distressing symptom I have been amazed how often it goes away 💨 🦴osteoporosis is loss of bone density increasing the risk of fractures when we fall or crush fractures of our spines just from being upright. This loss is fastest at time of menopause. I now recommend all my women get a DEXA if they can at menopause rather than waiting until they’re 70..🐎🚪this should be free! ❤️ Estradiol stops excessive bone turnover and progesterone builds new bone. HRT started close to menopause can prevent osteoporosis and reduces future fracture risk by up to 50% HRT (studied up to the age of 80!!) has been shown to increase bone density by 4% per year 🏋️HRT & resistance training work best together to improve both muscle and bone strength https://lnkd.in/gXG8Cmth The ONERO training programme shows amazing results at reversing osteoporosis 🥗adequate protein, rainbow plant based foods, calcium, magnesium & Vitamin D all provide the ingredients for a fit body Louise Newson A/Prof Erin Morton Rosalind Foster Shauna Watts Royal Osteoporosis Society WellFemme Women's Health Services Cassandra Szoeke Belinda Beck Holistic Physio Fitness Samantha Newman Dr Linda D. #osteoporosis #sarcopenia #perimenopause #menopause #POI #HRT

Recent research has shed light on the effect of menopause on musculoskeletal health. The landmark Study of Women's Health Across the Nation identified muscle pain as one of the most prevalent symptoms during menopause, affecting over 54% of US women aged 40-55. This coincides with a decline in estrogen and testosterone levels, particularly in women experiencing premature menopause (either spontaneous or surgical). A new study reinforces this association, demonstrating a heightened risk of muscle disorders and weakness later in life for those experiencing premature menopause, especially surgical menopause. The study suggests that pain and decline in muscle mass in the late-postmenopause stage was more closely linked to hormone deficiency than to chronologic age. Results of the study are published online today in Menopause, the journal of The Menopause Society. For more information via the Press Release, visit https://lnkd.in/gTeXmnig. #Menopause #TheMenopauseSociety #MenopauseSymptoms

Nice to see research focusing on women during menopause and perimenopause.