We are often told “follow the science.” Yet, at times, it seems that science follows an astute and unanticipated observation. Can you give some examples?

Your Menopause Question: We are often told “follow the science.” Yet, at times, it seems that science follows an astute and unanticipated observation. Can you give some examples?

Are we the only species that experiences menopause?

Your Menopause Question: Are we the only species that experiences menopause?

How can we tell when consuming wine or other alcohol products becomes a habit, or even worse, an addiction?

Your Menopause Question: When my friends and I get together, we frequently share a bottle of wine. Yet, at least one of my friends admits she is an alcoholic, and therefore, she avoids all alcohol for fear of a relapse. How can we tell when consuming wine or other alcohol products becomes a habit, or even worse, an addiction?

I have terrible hot flashes, but because I was diagnosed with breast cancer several years ago, I have been told to stay away from hormone therapy. What else can I do?

Your Menopause Question: I have terrible hot flashes, but because I was diagnosed with breast cancer several years ago, I have been told to stay away from hormone therapy. What else can I do?

In my women’s group, much of our conversation is about weight gain. All my doctors tell me that in order to lose weight, I need to change my diet and get rid of carbs. Isn’t exercise part it?

Your Menopause Question: In my women’s group, most of us are going through menopause, and much of our conversation is about weight gain. All my doctors tell me that in order to lose weight, I need to change my diet and get rid of carbohydrates. I walk my dog each day. Isn’t exercise part of the discussion?