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Menopause is defined as the state of permanent cessation of menstrual cycles (periods) for 12-months.
Menopause usually occurs between the ages of 40 and 55 and is a natural biological event in a woman's life. However, some woman experience it sooner i.e. before the age of 40 and this is called 'Premature Menopause'.

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Updated Guidelines on Hormone Replacement Therapy
To provide clarity around the role of Hormone Replacement Therapy, the British Menopause Society and Women's Health Concern have released updated guidelines on HRT, the benefits and the risks.

Intensity of Hot Flushes Influences Memory Loss After Menopause
A new study published in the journal Menopause reveals that women do suffer from memory loss after menopause.

Women Altering Menstruation Cycles in Large Numbers: Study
According to a recent study, a large number of young or older women choose to delay or skip monthly menstruation.

Weight Gain can Make People Give in to Food Temptations
A new study reveals that people who gain weight often become weak in face of temptation compared to those whose weight remains constant.

What Do Obstetrics and Gynecology Residents Learn About Menopause While Training?
A small survey finds that less than one in five U.S. obstetrics and gynecology residents receives formal training in menopause medicine, and that seven in 10 would like to receive it.

Hormone Replacement Therapy can Improve Muscle Function in Women
In women, hormone replacement therapy was found to improve muscle function and fibre, shows study.

Study Finds Importance of Dietary Protein to Prevent Weight Gain
South Beach Diet, Atkins Diet, Zone Diet, etc., etc., etc. There are chances that you have known someone who has tried a high protein diet.

High BP During Pregnancy may Lead to Hot Flashes at Menopause
A new report from the journal Menopause links the presence of hot flashes and night sweats at menopause and hypertensive diseases during pregnancy.

Surgical Menopause may Up Risk of Stroke, Alzheimer's Disease
Women who lose estrogen from surgical menopause had a decline in cognitive function and dementia, say researchers.

Oral Hormone Replacement Therapy Increases the Risk of Gallbladder Disease in Menopausal Women
A recent study points out that menopausal women who are on hormone replacement therapy are at an increased risk for gallbladder disease.

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Andropause / Male Menopause

It is now accepted that males encounter andropause leading to an array of symptoms, from feeling blue to low libido

Drugs Causing Weight Gain

Medications are among the lesser-known yet common causes of weight gain. Switching over to a lesser weight-promoting alternative can help to solve the issue of weight gain with medications.

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Dealing with Menopause symptoms through lifestyle changes

You can deal with menopause symptoms such as hot flashes, weight gain and forgetfulness by making simple lifestyle changes.

Weight Gain After Menopause

About 90% women experience weight gain or difficulty maintaining their usual weight after attaining menopause.

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Menopause

Menopause is defined as the state of permanent cessation of menstrual cycles (periods) for 12-months.

Unintentional Weight Gain Symptom Evaluation

An inadvertent increase in bodyweight indicates weight gain. Necessary care like intake of a balanced diet and adequate physical activity is required to maintain good health and fitness.

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Dealing with Menopause
Menopause is an importantant stage in woman's life.Know more about it's physiology,signs,symptoms,causes and management of menopause.

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Quiz on Menopause
Menopause is inevitable in a woman s life and it would be apt to be well prepared for it. Learn more about menopause and the best ways of managing it by going through this quiz.

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Pregnancy Weight Gain Calculator
Calculate your weight gain during pregnancy and find out the ideal weight gain limit for your month of pregnancy.

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Menopause Can Trigger Memory Loss: Study
Women of a certain age may find that their memory is letting them down. This is not surprising as research has confirmed that menopause can impact memory and other brain skills.

Holiday Weight Gain May Be a Myth
During the holiday season not much weight is gained. People just don t lose the little weight they have gained.

Eating Soy Products May Not Reduce Menopause Symptoms
A recent study has proved that soy-based foods or fiber are unlikely to reduce menopause symptoms in women.

World Menopause Day 2012
World Menopause Day (WMD) is observed on the 18th of October each year. It is seen as an opportunity to educate women about menopause and talk to their doctors on how to manage its symptoms.

Watermelon May Reduce Risk of Heart Disease and Control Weight Gain: New Study
Citrulline found in watermelon can improve heart health and control weight gain, shows a research from the Purdue University and University of Kentucky.

Antidiabetic GLP-1 Analogs May Benefit Schizophrenia Patients With Antipsychotic-Induced Weight Gain
GLP-1 analogs used to treat diabetes may also help with weight loss in schizophrenia patients with anti-psychotic induced weight gain.

Menopause Symptoms Controlled By Dietary Changes
A new study has revealed that menopausal symptoms such as night sweats and hot flashes may be controlled with dietary changes.

Sleep Longer to Prevent Weight Gain
The epidemic of obesity is a global concern. Wrong eating and sedentary behavior are obesity-causing factors. There exists a relationship between propensity of gaining weight and lack of proper sleep.

World Menopause Day 2011
October 18th 2011 is World Menopause Day. It is a time to dwell on understanding the health-care issues of women, particularly older women.

Quick Weight Gain in Small Babies Linked To Diabetes
Small babies gaining weight faster during the first three months may be at a risk for diabetes, hypertension and dyslipidemia in the future.

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