Science, But Funny · We Read the Boring Science So You Don’t Have To
Plant-Based Pain Bouncers:
Can Feverfew & Butterbur Help with Hormonal Headaches? You know what’s fun?Absolutely nothing about hormonal headaches.But you know what might help without turning your liver into a full-time pharmacy? Two humble herbal heroes: Feverfew and Butterbur.So we did what any snarky-but-curious menopause newsletter would do:We read the science.We dug through iHerb and Amazon reviews.And we…
Phosphatidylserine & Menopause: The Brain Fog Bouncer You Didn’t Know You Needed
Let’s start with a question:Have you ever walked into a room and immediately forgotten why?Tried to open your front door with your car key fob?Started crying because someone said “sure” in a weird tone? If you answered yes to all three: Congratulations. You’re probably in perimenopause. And your brain might be low on chill. 💊…
How Long Does This Hormonal Circus Last?
(Asking for a friend. Who is me.) Let’s start with the cold, hard truth – not the comforting fantasy version where you blink twice and suddenly emerge like a radiant butterfly with regular sleep and zero rage. 🎭 The Three Acts of the Menopause Drama 🧠 So, Total Time Frame? Let’s math it out (softly,…
Shilajit & Hormones: What the Goo Is Going On?
Because nothing says “hormonal balance” like something that oozes out of a rock. 🧪 What Even Is Shilajit? Every few months, some new “miracle menopause cure” slides across our feed – usually wrapped in mystery, promises, and an herbalist’s TikTok. Enter: Shilajit.An ancient Ayurvedic substance with a name that sounds like a minor Star Wars…
Tai Chi: The Slow and Steady Approach to Managing Menopause
Also known as “fighting menopause with the grace of a patient ninja.” ✋ First, what even is Tai Chi? Tai Chi (pronounced tie-CHEE, not “Thai Cheese,” although we’d eat that) is a gentle form of movement that originated in ancient China. It’s often described as “meditation in motion,” but let’s be honest: it’s basically the…
Lecithin – The Supplement Nobody Talks About (But Might Help Hot Flashes)
Lecithin: sounds like a Victorian cold remedy, but turns out – it might actually help with hot flashes and hormonal chaos. We dug into the science, slapped on some sarcasm, and yeah… this boring-sounding supplement might be your underdog hero. 🧠 Lecithin 101: What Is It and Why Should We Care? Lecithin is a fatty…
Cinnamon for Menopause? Science Says It Might Actually Help!
Cinnamon: cozy spice or undercover menopause helper? A new study says it might actually improve sleep, mood, inflammation, and blood sugar. No, it’s not magic – but it’s science-backed, smells amazing, and pairs well with lattes. If you’ve been sprinkling it already, congrats – you’re basically a hormone hacker. Here’s why cinnamon might deserve a spot on your wellness shelf.
Wait, Chimps Go Through Menopause Too?!
Think menopause is just a human drama? Think again. Wild chimpanzees go through it too – and they’re thriving. From grandma duties to jungle leadership, older female chimps are rewriting the aging playbook. Turns out, menopause isn’t a glitch – it’s an upgrade. Welcome to the Chimp-o-pause Era, where wisdom reigns and snacks are non-negotiable.
L-Tyrosine for Menopause: The Stress-Resilience Booster You Didn’t Know You Needed
Menopause brain fog, stress overload, and the kind of exhaustion that turns basic tasks into Olympic events—sound familiar? L-Tyrosine might just be the biochemical sidekick we didn’t know we needed. Can it boost focus, fight stress, and keep our brains from buffering mid-thought? Science says yes—let’s break it down (with humor, of course).
Why Are Women Borrowing Testosterone from Men? … And They’re Not Giving It Back!
Another hormone to worry about? Fantastic. We came across this article on TIME talking about how more women are experimenting with testosterone therapy – and naturally, we were intrigued. Because let’s be honest: So if testosterone could help with all that, we had to dig in. But instead of drowning in yet another dry, complicated…
Science Says Women Over 40 Should Do 10 Push-Ups a Day – Our Joints Have Some Thoughts
We Read the News So You Don’t Have To Well, ladies, science has spoken again. Just as we were getting comfortable with our daily routine of avoiding unnecessary movement, a new article from Yahoo News (source: Push-Ups & Aging) tells us that women in their 40s should be able to do at least 14 push-ups, women in their…