by Rita Anthony | Oct 20, 2025 | Monday's Menopause
Good Morning, If hot flashes and night sweats have been showing up more often lately, you’re definitely not alone. But here’s the hopeful news, recent studies show that a whole-food, plant-based diet rich in soy, flaxseeds, leafy greens and lentils can help reduce hot...
by Rita Anthony | Oct 13, 2025 | Monday's Menopause
Good Morning, When we think of menopause, we often focus on hot flashes, mood swings or sleep struggles. But here’s something most people don’t realize, your gut plays a huge role in how your body navigates this transition. A balanced gut microbiome helps regulate...
by Rita Anthony | Oct 6, 2025 | Monday's Menopause
Good Morning, Many women turn to hormone replacement therapy (HRT), pills, patches or injections, for quick relief from hot flashes, night sweats or mood changes. While HRT can work fast, large trials show that certain forms and longer durations of HRT are linked to...
by Rita Anthony | Sep 29, 2025 | Monday's Menopause
Good Morning, Weight gain during menopause is common, but it doesn’t mean you need hormone pills or supplements. Studies (including Dr. McDougall’s work) show that a plant-based diet supports weight loss and balances hormones naturally. Plant-based diets are lower in...
by Rita Anthony | Sep 22, 2025 | Monday's Menopause
Good Morning, One of the most common frustrations in menopause is belly fat. Even without changes in diet or activity, shifting hormones, lower estrogen and age-related muscle loss make weight settle around the middle. Metabolism slows and the body favors storing fat...
by Rita Anthony | Sep 8, 2025 | Monday's Menopause
Good Morning, We’ve long been told weight management is just “calories in vs. calories out.” But if you’re in menopause, you’ve likely noticed, it’s not that simple anymore. As estrogen drops, metabolism slows, muscle mass declines and your body reacts differently to...
