Heart Flutters or Palpitations in Perimenopause: When It’s Hormonal and When to Worry
Heart flutters, palpitations, chest vibrations, and “skipped beats” are common but often frightening symptoms during perimenopause. Hormonal shifts—especially fluctuating estrogen—can make the heart’s electrical system more sensitive. Learn why these sensations happen, what triggers them, and when to seek care.
The Hidden Neurological Side of Perimenopause: Brain Fog, Anxiety, and Sleep Trouble Explained
Perimenopause doesn’t begin in your ovaries — it begins in your brain. Fluctuating hormones affect memory, sleep, and mood in ways most women were never taught. This evidence-based guide explains the neurological side of perimenopause — and how to reclaim clarity, calm, and confidence during this powerful transition.
The Disparity Gap: Menopause, Breast Cancer, and the Urgent Need for Black Women’s Care
The story of breast cancer is one of progress — yet behind the statistics lies a devastating truth. Black women face higher mortality, younger diagnoses, and limited access to equitable menopause and cancer care. This article explores how systemic barriers, biological differences, and social inequities collide to create a disparity gap — and why closing it is not just a matter of public health, but a moral imperative.
Menopause & Lifestyle Medicine: Why Small Daily Choices Shape How You Age
October is Menopause Awareness Month, and this year, the focus is on Lifestyle Medicine. The menopause transition is a major hormonal shift, yet the most powerful, sustainable relief lies in small, consistent daily choices—not just medical treatments. We break down the 6 Pillars of Lifestyle Medicine (from Nutrition and Physical Activity to Stress Management and Restorative Sleep) and show you the evidence-based strategies Macvelly Wellness uses to help women effectively manage hot flashes, support bone health, and revitalize midlife metabolism. Discover how adopting these simple habits can fundamentally shape how you age and empower your entire wellness journey.
🌸 When Two Awareness Months Collide: Menopause, Breast Cancer & The Need for Inclusive Care
October marks both Menopause Awareness Month and Breast Cancer Awareness Month—two vital conversations that rarely intersect. Many breast cancer survivors face menopausal symptoms without safe access to hormone therapy, leaving them overlooked in traditional care. This article highlights the urgent need for inclusive, evidence-based, and compassionate menopause support—especially for women of color navigating both survivorship and midlife wellness.