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Bone Loss You Can't Feel, and When to Ask for screening
Bone density loss is silent, and Canadian screening starts later than the highest-risk window. Here's the guideline, the risk factors, and what to ask for.

lauriealpertnd2
3 days ago6 min read


Will Hormone Therapy Protect Your Brain? What the latest Alzheimer's Research Actually tells us
New research links menopause to Alzheimer's and stroke risk, but hormone therapy isn't the simple fix headlines suggest. Here's what we know so far.

lauriealpertnd2
6 days ago6 min read


How I Actually Answer the Question "Is HRT Right for Me"
"Is HRT right for me" isn't a yes-or-no question. Here's the real assessment behind an individualized answer, not hype from either direction.

lauriealpertnd2
Jul 174 min read


What Even Is a Normal Period in perimenopause Anyway?
Cycle changes in perimenopause can feel alarming — but what's actually normal? A naturopathic doctor explains what to track, and when to call your provider.

lauriealpertnd2
May 266 min read


Histamine and Mood in Perimenopause: What the Science Actually Says
Can Allegra and Pepcid help perimenopause mood and anxiety? A naturopathic doctor breaks down the biology, the evidence gaps, and what actually works.

lauriealpertnd2
May 55 min read


wintering as a part of perimenopause
Wintering — in seasons of life just as in perimenopause — is rarely glamorous. It can feel like sitting in the dark without knowing exactly what will grow from it. But if there’s one thing this time of year teaches us, it’s this: Light always returns.

lauriealpertnd2
Dec 20, 20253 min read


Menopause and Your Mouth: What You Need to Know
When we think about menopause, we usually focus on hot flashes, sleep disturbances, or mood shifts. But what about your mouth?

Laurie Alpert
May 15, 20253 min read
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