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Mindfulness-Based Therapies: Your Toolkit for the Menopause Transition
See how mindfulness-based therapies can ease hot flashes, improve sleep, reduce stress, and help you navigate menopause with more calm and control.
We break down the menopause science for you, so you can focus on preparing for what really matters: your well-being.
Exercise and Weight Loss During Menopause: What Works and Why
Let’s start with the question many of us ask: “Why isn’t exercise helping me lose weight?” Especially during menopause, this becomes an even bigger challenge. Exercise and weight loss during menopause are more complicated than they seem, thanks to hormonal shifts, muscle loss, and changes in metabolism. Let’s break it down together.

Bite-Sized Biology for a Quick Knowledge Snack

Lifestyle & Self-Care
See how mindfulness-based therapies can ease hot flashes, improve sleep, reduce stress, and help you navigate menopause with more calm and control.

Exercise & Nutrition
Tired, moody, or gaining weight in menopause? The fats you eat may be the key. Learn what to change for better results.

Symptoms Explained

Symptoms Explained

Understanding Menopause

Treatments & Supplements
Starting HRT? These practical, science-backed tips can help you manage symptoms, avoid pitfalls, and get the most from hormone therapy during menopause.

Symptoms Explained
Not just age. See how hormone shifts change skin, hair, and nails in midlife, plus what actually helps: sunscreen, protein, resistance training, smart skincare, and medical options.
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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Uncover how hormonal changes during menopause affect energy, mood, body, and mind. Meet your 7 hormonal allies for navigating this important life stage.

Understanding Menopause
Have you been feeling different lately? Maybe your periods are changing (getting longer, shorter, or irregular), or you're experiencing mood swings and fatigue without a tangible reason? Perhaps you're waking up in the middle of the night, drenched in sweat, or finding it harder to fall asleep than before. These changes might seem puzzling, but they actually are your body's way of signaling a new chapter called perimenopause.

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Understanding Menopause

Understanding Menopause
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.
I’m Dr. Jura Lasas, and I’m here to help you navigate perimenopause and menopause with ease and confidence. No more confusion or guesswork – just clear, science-backed info and practical tips you can trust. Let’s make sure you have the tools you need to take charge of your health.
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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About Dr Jura Lasas
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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About Dr Jura Lasas
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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About Dr Jura Lasas
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.
Living in a small town, access to menopause specialists is limited. This website has been my lifeline. The monthly updates about new research and what it means for us are invaluable.
When my doctor suggested HRT, I felt equipped with the questions to ask. You gave me the confidence to be an active participant in my healthcare.
As a nurse, I appreciate how thorough and evidence-based all the information is. Other sites give you the what, but this site explains the why.
After years of confusing symptoms and doctors dismissing my concerns, finding this website was like turning on a light.
Coming from an academic background, I appreciate how meticulously everything is referenced. But what's truly remarkable is how accessible the information is – no medical degree required!
I love how everything is backed by research but explained in plain English.