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Gain the tools and understanding you need to help manage the challenges of perimenopause and beyond.
Women experiencing perimenopause or menopause can reclaim their health and vitality. At Bonza Health, we help women see hormone changes as a natural midlife transition and provide the doctor-backed information women need to navigate hormonal health conditions with confidence.
Check out our latest blog posts from our leading physician’s best tips and tools for easing hormonal symptoms, special announcements on our courses and services, and much more! Be a part of our ever-growing community of like-minded women who are thriving in health -- even with perimenopause or menopause conditions.
Doctor's Secret Revealed: How I Tested My Own Hormones and Took Control of Perimenopause
Having been through my own perimenopause journey, one of the steps I took to help bring back balance to my hormones and reclaim my health was to do DUTCH Testing! Read more about this incredible and insightful test and see if it is the right path for you.
Key Considerations For A Perimenopause Diet
Did you know that perimenopause symptoms can be reduced by evaluating your current diet and modifying or replacing certain foods and beverages? Learn more about the most important factors of a symptom-free diet for perimenopause!
The Microbiome and Menopause
Did you know your gut health is strongly tied to your perimenopause or menopause symptoms? A healthy gut can support your hormonal health greatly, and it’s important to keep your microbiome healthy and thriving. Read the post to learn more.
The Early Signs of Perimenopause
In this blog post, we will go over some of the most common first signs and symptoms of perimenopause in women. I hope you will find this blog post helpful along your journey and help empower you to take back your health and well-being. Many symptoms of perimenopause can be managed naturally! Read more to find out. Download our FREE perimenopause e-book as well!
Why The Future of Medicine Is Rooted in Wellness and Lifestyle: A Focus on Perimenopause
Let’s talk about the future of medicine and why I believe the combination of wellness coaching, lifestyle medicine, and functional medicine are going to be a huge part of future medical practices.
Bonza Health and Understanding Menopause: A Holistic Perspective
Menopause, frequently termed as the "change of life," signifies an integral part of a woman's natural aging process, marking the cessation of menstruation and fertility. It is not a disorder, nor a disease, but a biological transition that every woman undergoes. Yet, this transition, driven by hormonal shifts, can usher in a variety of symptoms ranging from physical discomforts like hot flashes and night sweats to emotional upheavals such as mood swings and anxiety. These changes can significantly disrupt a woman's day-to-day life, affecting her overall wellbeing.
Navigating the Journey of Perimenopause: A Doctor's Personal Experience
Discover a doctor's personal journey through perimenopause and how a holistic approach combining wellness coaching, lifestyle medicine, functional medicine, and traditional allopathic medicine transformed her health and well-being. Learn valuable insights and strategies to navigate perimenopause with resilience and empowerment.
The Rise of Hormone Therapy in Menopause Management
The medical field is constantly evolving, refining its terminology and approaches to better serve patients. In the realm of menopause management, the terms "hormone therapy" and "hormone replacement therapy" have long been used interchangeably. However, a significant shift has taken place as medical professionals now favor the term "hormone therapy." This shift reflects a more nuanced understanding of menopause and a desire to provide personalized care that focuses on symptom relief and enhancing quality of life.
Hormones 101: The Role Your Hormone Levels Play In Tandem With Your Mood
During menopause, our bodies go through lots of changes. As we age, our hormones also change. It's important to understand how these hormonal fluctuations can affect our moods and emotions because these drastic shifts in hormone levels can have a significant impact on us both physically and mentally. In this blog post, I'll take you through the different hormones that are affected most during menopause - estrogen, testosterone, cortisol and thyroid hormones - and explain what their roles are in the body as well as how they contribute to changes in brain chemistry and overall emotional wellness.
Eliminate Hormone-Related Belly Bloat
Are you struggling with hormone related belly bloat? You're not alone. Millions of women experience this frustrating symptom every month. But there is hope! In this blog post, we'll explore some simple tips and tricks to help eliminate hormone related belly bloat for good. So let's get started!
Am I pregnant or perimenopausal?
There are a lot of symptoms that can come with pregnancy and perimenopause, and it can be hard to know which is which. If you're feeling any of the following symptoms, it's worth getting checked out by a doctor to see if you're pregnant or perimenopausal.