April is Stress Awareness Month, a topic that we can all identify with! The 2 Susans cover a number of key points related to the fallout from unmanaged stress and highlight a great podcast. They also connect the dots between pain, anxiety, chronic disease and autoimmune disease and link to some thoughtful posts to help manage stress.
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When Pillars of Wellness Intersect!
We’ve all heard about the pillars of wellness: movement, nutrition, sleep, stress, social connection—there are many others. The following vignette is based on a recent experience from my neighborhood walks. Can you find how many pillars are in this story AND how many peri/menopause symptoms are impacted?
The Ever-Present Thyroid
This month we share some interesting facts about thyroid nodules, including how to diagnose thyroid cancer. We also cover the basics of underactive and overactive thyroid conditions and their impact on aging. Bonus: Explore several links to medical websites that are chock-full of helpful data.
Walking Women: An Interview
Does daily walking improve your health? Read a great interview with Dr. Susan Baumgaertel by Laura Boulay of One Million Women Walking, and see how the benefits of daily walking apply to menopause symptom management.
Sleep is NOT Overrated!
Do you wake up feeling refreshed? You deserve better sleep! Susan V shares how sleep is integral to many body systems, and what happens to our sleep cycles as we age. Susan B reviews sleep hygiene and circadian rhythms, and provides tips on how to improve sleep quality and quantity.
Flip the Script!
Tips for flipping the script on being too busy in our fast-paced, 24/7 world.
The Juxtaposition of Menopause Symptoms
The journey through menopause is filled with juxtapositions.
The Power of a Walk
The benefits of a daily walk go far beyond movement and calorie consumption!