Flourish Beyond 40

Losing weight in your 40s, 50s, and beyond can feel frustrating. Hormones change, inflammation rises, and it can seem like your metabolism has “shut off.” The truth is, weight loss in menopause isn’t about eating less or exercising harder — it’s about balance, consistency, and working with your body instead of against it.

One of the most common (and often frustrating) changes after menopause is what happens to our skin. Wrinkles seem to appear overnight, skin feels drier, and elasticity fades. These shifts aren’t just about “getting older” — they’re directly linked to our hormones, especially estrogen.

If you’ve heard about creatine, you might think of it as something teenage boys or competitive bodybuilders take to “get huge.” But let...

The following are the supplements recommended by my amazing compounding pharmacist at Pure Scripts . She suggests adding these for...

Every woman deserves excellent, personalized menopause care. I love a good pedicure and enjoy getting my hair done—but nothing compares...

At Dragonfly Menopause Care, many of my patients are looking for ways to feel better that don’t involve hormones—or they want to know...

Hair loss is one of the most common concerns I hear from women in my menopause clinic. Somewhere around 30% of my patients mention it —...

I started using estriol cream at age 47 —but honestly, I wish I had gotten a start on a consistent skincare regimen years ago. I’ve...

Menopause is not a fleeting trend. Yes, people say it’s finally having its moment in the spotlight, but that implies it’s temporary. I...

If you’re in midlife and struggling with weight gain—especially around the midsection—you are not alone. In my menopause practice, nearly...

High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) has long been praised as an efficient and effective workout for burning fat, building strength,...

As a physician in my late 40s and focused on menopause care, I know firsthand how challenging weight management can feel during this...