
Exercise & Nutrition
Protein: The Building Block You Can’t Skip
Your protein needs change during menopause—are you getting enough? Learn what types, how much, and why protein is essential for strength, metabolism, and feeling your best.
We break down the science for you, so you can focus on preparing for what really matters: your well-being.
PERIMENOPAUSE? Totally normal.
MENOPAUSE? It’s the time your body finally focuses on itself.
POSTMENOPAUSE? A whole new life ahead.
Don’t fear the ticking—it’s simply biology doing its thing. Let’s prepare for this next chapter together.
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Exercise & Nutrition
Your protein needs change during menopause—are you getting enough? Learn what types, how much, and why protein is essential for strength, metabolism, and feeling your best.
Lifestyle & Self-Care
Feel overwhelmed? Discover science-backed stress relief techniques for menopause—from CBT to yoga—to support your mental well-being and hormone balance.
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Treatments & Supplements
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Understanding Menopause
Discover the fascinating evolution of menopause—from ancient fears to modern science. How culture, medicine, and women shaped the story of this natural life stage.
Healthy Body & Mind
Estrogen drops can change your memory, focus, and mood. Find out how menopause affects the brain—and what you can do to support it.
Hearing menopause terms for the first time? Don’t stress! Our Science Glossary breaks it down with clear and simple explanations. Master the science language with ease.
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Let's start with an honest moment: aging isn't always easy. Changes seem to happen rapidly, often leaving us feeling like our bodies are suddenly strangers. But here's the thing, healthy aging during menopause doesn't mean fighting the inevitable. It's about understanding what's happening biologically and learning to support your body proactively, based on science.
So, let's explore how you can age healthily and confidently during perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause.
Treatments & Supplements
Wondering which supplements actually help during menopause? Here are the best ones—science-backed, safe, and smart for your stage of life.
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During her PhD in the Department of Neurological Surgery at UW, Dr. Jura Lasas explored the complex dynamics of myelin in axons following spinal cord injury. As a postdoctoral researcher at the RIKEN Brain Science Institute, she conducted pivotal work on the protective role of the gene Neuregulin in ALS models. With deep expertise in brain science and clinical trials, I have great trust in her ability to gather, interpret, and clearly communicate high-quality scientific information, especially on topics as nuanced as menopause.
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During her PhD in the Department of Neurological Surgery at UW, Dr. Jura Lasas explored the complex dynamics of myelin in axons following spinal cord injury. As a postdoctoral researcher at the RIKEN Brain Science Institute, she conducted pivotal work on the protective role of the gene Neuregulin in ALS models. With deep expertise in brain science and clinical trials, I have great trust in her ability to gather, interpret, and clearly communicate high-quality scientific information, especially on topics as nuanced as menopause.
I’ve known Dr. Jura Lasas since our grad school days, and even back then, she had a knack for making complex neuroscience feel clear and relevant. Her shift into supporting women through perimenopause and menopause feels like a natural next chapter. Dr Lasas brings both the science and the empathy, translating research into practical, grounded advice.
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I’ve known Dr. Jura Lasas since our grad school days, and even back then, she had a knack for making complex neuroscience feel clear and relevant. Her shift into supporting women through perimenopause and menopause feels like a natural next chapter. Dr Lasas brings both the science and the empathy, translating research into practical, grounded advice.
Working with Dr. Jura Lasas has been a true privilege. Her sharp scientific mind is matched by her integrity and ability to make complex topics accessible and relevant. She brings evidence-based clarity to conversations that matter, especially in women’s health. What sets her apart is her rare blend of research expertise and real-world perspective. I deeply respect her commitment to this platform and her mission to empower women to better understand and navigate their health.
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Working with Dr. Jura Lasas has been a true privilege. Her sharp scientific mind is matched by her integrity and ability to make complex topics accessible and relevant. She brings evidence-based clarity to conversations that matter, especially in women’s health. What sets her apart is her rare blend of research expertise and real-world perspective. I deeply respect her commitment to this platform and her mission to empower women to better understand and navigate their health.
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