As if those of us staring menopause in the face need any more bad news… A recent study may show a connection between menopause, a decline in work, and an increase in sick days. The study was conducted by researchers at the Nij Smellinghe Hospital in Drachten, the Netherlands. Approximately 200 women between the ages of 44 and 60 who either worked at the hospital or a close by home-care organization were included in the study. The study tested something called “work ability.” That is, how one’s job demands correlate with her abilities and how that may predict her job … Continue reading →

Menopause can be a troublesome time for many women, but this week, a study showed that a hormone called dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) may offer relief. DHEA is naturally secreted by the adrenal glands. A study, conducted by researchers at the University of Pisa in Italy, found that small doses of DHEA may help ease menopausal symptoms while also helping increase a women’s interest in sex. The results of the study were published in the December issue of Climacteric. In the study, 48 postmenopausal women were divided into four groups: 12 that took vitamin D and calcium (to ward off osteoporosis), 12 … Continue reading →