Perimenopause. If you’ve never heard the term, you’re not alone. Most women don’t realize that the hormonal shifts leading up to menopause can start as early as their mid-30s. Yep, mid-30s! That means many women are walking around feeling tired, moody, foggy-brained, anxious, and achy, blaming it on stress, lack of sleep, or just “getting […]

Editor’s note: Yesterday I had the great privilege of speaking to a powerful group of Women at Adobe- Lehi, Utah campus. I sent out a survey beforehand to get more clarity on the hormonal challenges these women were facing. Over 90% of the women are struggling with weight loss – they have no idea how […]

Women are NOT small men- even when it comes to the pathophysiology (disease process) of heart disease or cardiovascular disease (CVD). In this blog, we are going to discuss more about the differing disease process for women. This sneaky condition of small vessel disease (SVCD) impacts tiny arteries throughout the body, particularly hitting hard on […]

In the intricate tapestry of our physiological functions, hormones play a pivotal role in maintaining overall health. Among them, estrogen stands out as a hormone with profound implications for cardiovascular well-being. Whereas it’s Heart Health Month, and I am passionate about this topic after decades of experience in the field of cardiology, as a bedside […]