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A meditation for angry thoughts - by Lisa Walker

If you’re like me, the rising wave of anger at certain times can take you by surprise, much like a rock fisherman surprised by a rogue wave…. Angry thoughts can sometimes arise from hormonal fluctuations,...
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Hormone focus: High Oestrogen

Just like we've mentioned previously, Oestrogen levels fluctuate wildly during your 40's. Remember those teen years....you're right back there. In fact at times you could have higher oestrogen than ever before. Bet you didn't think...
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Hormone focus: Low Oestrogen

As you move into your 40's your levels of Oestrogen can fluctuate wildly. Your body will experience periods of both high oestrogen and low oestrogen, as the levels gradually decline over time.  Below are a...
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The science of adrenals

The science of adrenals, and how it plays hand in hand with perimenopause and women's hormone health.
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Symptoms of Perimenopause

As you would already know, perimenopause symptoms are mostly caused by changing levels of hormones produced by our ovaries. During our 40's and leading into perimenopause these hormones fluctuate wildly. It's like being a teenager...
Things my mother told me - by Kate Guaran - Eir Women

Things my mother told me

Eir Women came about to ensure women talk more about things we never talk about, and to be there to support each other.  So, I reflected on what my mum told me about being a...
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Hormone focus: Oestrogen

As women hit their early 40's, their hormone levels naturally start to fluctuate, including the levels of oestrogen. This can lead to a whole host of symptoms that are about as fun as getting a...
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I'm 40, so what?

Taking care of your health is crucial as you enter your 40's. Read more here.
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Will the real teenager please stand up!

From your early 40’s, a woman's oestrogen and progesterone levels can fluctuate widely, much like they do during puberty in teenagers. These hormonal fluctuations can cause a variety of physical and emotional changes – hello irregular...