menopause

Continued from Part 1 Who Should Be Tested?Everyone should be screened for thyroid dysfunction every five years, beginning at age 35. People with symptoms or risk factors may need tests more often. Hypothyroidism more frequently affects women over age 60. Hyperthyroidism is also more common in women and in people over 60. A family history raises your risk of either disorder. Thyroid Neck CheckA careful look in the mirror may…

Does fatigue drag you down day after day? Do you have brain fog, weight gain, chills, or hair loss? Or is the opposite true for you: Are you often revved up, sweaty, or anxious? Your thyroid gland could be to blame. This great regulator of body and mind sometimes goes haywire, particularly in women. Getting the right treatment is critical to feel your best and avoid serious health problems. What…

Hair loss is distressing for most people.  Hair goes through continuous cycles of growth, rest, and shedding. If the hair lost is not replaced, or if hair follicles rest longer than usual, you notice hair loss. Knowing why it happens can help take action.  Sebum buildup: Sebum buildup in the follicles attacks the hair bulb rooted in the follicle causing it to shrink and loosen the hair. When this hair…

Adding certain foods to your diet can help protect your bones, heart, and the rest of your body. Learn about the best foods to eat after menopause. If you’ve gone through menopause or will shortly go through this change of life (on average, it occurs around age 51), it’s a good idea to start thinking about making some changes to your diet, too. Certain health issues are of particular concern…