What perimenopause is, when it starts, how to recognise it, and what to expect.
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A niece's godh bharai or a colleague's baby shower can bring up complicated grief during perimenopause, even for women who are genuinely happy for them. Here is why that happens, and how to get through the day.
A racing or fluttering heart during perimenopause can be frightening, and some women turn to homeopathy for reassurance. Here is an honest look at what's tried, what the evidence shows, and why palpitations deserve a medical workup first.
L-theanine, the calming amino acid found in tea leaves, has become a popular supplement for anxiety and sleep. Here is an honest look at the evidence for perimenopausal women specifically.
Beetroot is a staple in many Indian kitchens, praised for everything from iron levels to heart health. Here is what the actual evidence says about its relevance to perimenopause.
Vidarikand, the tuberous root of Pueraria tuberosa, has long been used in Ayurveda as a rejuvenating tonic for women. Here is what the tradition says and what modern research actually supports for perimenopause.
A school or college reunion invite can trigger a surprising amount of dread in perimenopause, mixing body image, old comparisons, and hormonal mood all at once. Here is why it hits differently now, and how to go in on your own terms.
Vaginal dryness, discomfort during sex, and urinary changes push many perimenopausal women toward homeopathic remedies before they consider a gynaecologist. Here is an honest look at what women try and what the evidence situation actually is.
Ginkgo biloba is one of the most widely sold brain and circulation supplements worldwide, and increasingly marketed to perimenopausal women for memory and focus. Here is an honest look at what the research actually supports.
Pomegranate is a household fruit in Indian kitchens and a frequent subject of hormone-health claims online. Here is what the actual research says about its antioxidants, mild phytoestrogen content, and realistic role in perimenopause.
Gokshura, or Tribulus terrestris, is an Ayurvedic herb long used for urinary and reproductive health that has recently been repackaged as a women's libido and hormone supplement. Here is what the tradition says and what the research actually supports.