Ask Emily — menopause

QUESTION:

Can I delay menopause?

ANSWER:

Menopause is a natural process in women that cannot be delayed. It is officially defined as one year past your last menstrual period, when your body ceases ovulating. For years the medical community has explained that women gradually lose eggs as they age until menopause. However, there is new research stating that stem cells may be what determines the stopping of ovulation rather than the number of eggs. This information is still being explored. Either way, aside from lessening the chances of early menopause by caring for yourself nutritionally, hormonally and emotionally, we will most likely go through natural menopause around the time our mothers did.

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The Personal Program is a great place to start

The Personal Program promotes natural hormonal balance with nutritional supplements, our exclusive endocrine support formula, dietary and lifestyle guidance, and optional phone consultations with our Nurse–Educators. It is a convenient, at-home version of what we recommend to all our patients at the clinic.

• To learn more about the Program, go to How the Personal Program works.
• To select the Program that’s right for your symptoms, go to Choose the plan that works for you.
• To assess your symptoms, take our on-line Hormonal Health Profile.
• If you’re ready to get started, learn about our risk-free trial.

If you have questions, don’t hesitate to call us toll-free at 1-800-798-7902. We’re here to listen and help.

Last Modified: 08/17/2009