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Perimenopause
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Crawling insects on your skin? Body odour? 7 perimenopause symptoms you really weren't expecting
The more unusual perimenopause symptoms that are surprising — but our expert explains they happen for a reason...
I tried intermittent fasting for midlife weight gain - and discovered it can make menopause symptoms worse
Nutritionist Andrea Carucci reveals why intermittent fasting could be disrupting your hormones and how to fix it if you're struggling with menopause weight gain
A nurse reveals why women are feeling 'burnt out' - and why it's not just in your head
Feeling constantly run down? Nurse Lara Marín López reveals how to conquer 'hormonal hurdles' and reclaim your energy with simple, science-backed shifts
The exact time you should take magnesium to wake up feeling refreshed: the 'golden window' revealed
Struggling with insomnia? Pharmacist Mar Sieira reveals why Magnesium Glycinate is an essential tool for deep sleep, plus the ideal time to take it
Why perimenopause makes you wake up between 2am and 4am - and practical ways to stop it
Feeling overwhelmed in perimenopause or menopause? Learn how cortisol affects your brain, gut and sleep plus the 8 expert steps to restore your hormone balance
Cold water swimming is the unexpected perimenopause stress reliever I didn’t know I needed
When Jenny Holliday decided to try a cold dip at her local lido, she was surprised to find the side effects went way beyond tingly skin…
Sabrina the Teenage Witch star explains how she lost 18lbs of perimenopausal weight gain
The Sabrina the Teenage Witch star revealed her secrets
It's not a dental issue: An oral medicine specialist says what a painful mouth might actually mean if you're a woman over 50
Feeling a persistent stinging or scalding sensation? Dr Dídac Sotorra Figuerola reveals the causes of Burning Mouth Syndrome and how to find relief.
Mushroom coffee is going viral for weight loss - but does it actually work?
Struggling with menopause brain fog or stubborn weight? Experts reveal how the viral mushroom brew trend can help - but there are some caveats
The best menopause supplements with top reviews - plus expert intel
These are the best menopause and perimenopause supplements you should have in your daily routine
Like EastEnders' Honey Mitchell, my GP didn’t listen — so I took my perimenopause into my own hands
When Alison Perry’s GP offered her antidepressants instead of HRT, she felt powerless and frustrated. Here’s what she did next...
Why vitamin D is so important during menopause — and you might still need supplements when the sun is shining
Second Act expert Nadia Alibhai explains why vitamin D is so crucial in midlife, and how you can make sure you're getting enough
My evening of menopause myth busting with Mariella Frostrup – and Cate Blanchett watching on!
Second Act's Ateh Jewel tells us what it was like kicking off a mission to crack the menopause with our agony aunt Mariella Frostrup – and Hollywood royalty watching on...
I tried a meal delivery service to help with perimenopausal weight gain and here are my honest thoughts
Can a meal delivery service really help with midlife weight gain? Nutritionist Faye James reveals the results
Struggling with 'menopause brain'? 4 simple ways to 'rebuild' grey matter
Menopause triggers unique neurological shifts, but research proves they aren't permanent. Discover how brain fog is reversed - and how to protect your mind
'My friendships are like soul food': Sugababe Heidi Range on the power of peer support in perimenopause and beyond
Celebrities and experts open up about why women should 'give to gain' on this International Women's Day to thrive in midlife
The ultimate dermatologist guide to menopause skin
Dr Ellie Rashid answered your burning questions about menopause skin in our first live expert Q&A. Here's what we learned...
Heidi Range: The one change that made me realise I was in perimenopause
Former Sugababes star Heidi Range tells Second Act's Ateh Jewel about how the power of female friendships has helped her through perimenopause and body image struggles
'I've put weight on but I'm still me!': Your response to Heidi Klum's menopause weight gain
Supermodel Heidi Klum spoke out about how body has changed in menopause — and the Second Act community had a lot to say about it
Stars who have been open about their menopausal body transformations
Menopause typically occurs when a woman is in her 40s and 50s, and can bring symptoms like night sweats and mood swings
The surprising reason I'm losing my hair in my 40s - and the good news about getting it back
Beauty Editor Cassie Steer spoke to trichologists about why she's losing her hair three months after being bedridden with flu
How finally dressing for joy during perimenopause has changed my life
Writer Alison Perry’s confidence was rock bottom until she decided to dress herself happy in her forties
The silent reason your bone density drops in your 30s - and how to stop it
Is your bone density dropping? Registered Pharmacist Mar Santamaria reveals how to boost bone strength and the essential supplements you actually need.
I'm a perimenopause specialist - here's my great nutrition hack to restore your 'glow'
Perimenopause expert Andrea Carucci reveals why your skincare isn't working and how the 'sunshine vitamin' can transform your health during this time of life
Is perimenopause sabotaging your eyebrows?
Beauty editor Cassie Steer reflects on her disappearing brows and suspects hormones are to blame
What you said about Dr Louise Newson's controversial menopause ‘rebrand’
Our Second Act community had lots to say about Dr Louise Newson's new thoughts on menopause
The pizza ingredient pharmacists recommend for menopause relief
Boost collagen and soothe aching joints with the herb sitting in your kitchen. Experts reveal why oregano is the ultimate secret to wellness at home
I am a menopause doctor and this is what I do to manage my own symptoms
The UK's best-known menopause expert Dr Louise Newson shares her own lifestyle tips to help support you through perimenopause and beyondWhy the UK's most famous menopause doctor wants us to stop talking about menopause
We spoke to leading menopause expert Dr Louise Newson about her new perimenopause documentary — but what she told us about hormones was surprising
My hair changed completely in perimenopause – and not in the way I expected
When Ellie Fennell's hair suddenly went curly in her forties, she turned to a few experts who've helped her embrace her midlife mane
Insulin and inflammation: The real reasons you're not losing weight
Clinical nutritionist Ángela Quintas reveals how to master insulin levels and inflammation for weight loss and better mental health. Ditch the calories.
Jane Fallon's 'brave and bonkers' life shift in her 40s
The Welcome to the Neighbourhood author chats to Ateh Jewel on this week’s episode of HELLO!'s Second Act podcast
Is 'glass skin' only for the under 40s?
Beauty editor Cassie Steer wonders if Hailey Bieber's glass skin in possible in midlife
I'm a nutritionist and these and my 5 non-negotiable sleep hacks during perimenopause
Nutritionist Faye James shares her top tips for a good night's sleep
This 'potent' hormone supplement helps with bloating, energy, hot flushes, sleep and more
The supplements work for women of all ages with various hormonal imbalances, including menopause and PMS
How I overcame the 'mental hurdle' of needing glasses in perimenopause
Beauty editor Cassie Steer wonders if she needs to change her makeup routine now that she wears glasses
A gynaecologist's do's and don'ts of intimate care 'down there' during menopause
Menopause changes your intimate health - a gynaecologist reveals the best probiotics & care for vaginal odour, dryness & infections at this time of life
The biggest diet mistake women make during menopause
Here's how to lose menopause belly fat - an expert reveals the biggest menopausal weight lost mistake and explains the best diet, meal plan and more
Is your face a 'slowly deflating balloon' in perimenopause?
Beauty Editor Cassie Steer discovers which ageing tribe she belongs to - and whether it really matters how you age
9 foods that help (and hinder) menopause hot flushes
Tired of hot flushes? Discover how specific foods can naturally reduce menopausal symptoms, and how to easily add them to your diet