Research & Reflections

Menopause, Aging, Neuroscience, Sleep Emily Anne McDonald, Menopause, Aging, Neuroscience, Sleep Emily Anne McDonald,

(peri)Menopause: Cycles and Transitions as Nature

While genetics certainly play a role in how we age, environmental factors, lifestyle choices, and – crucially – hormonal fluctuations also shape the process. Scientists have turned their attention to the intricate relationship between estrogen and aging that opens a fascinating dialogue about longevity, disease prevention, and quality of life.

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Menopause, Aging, Neuroscience Emily Anne McDonald, Menopause, Aging, Neuroscience Emily Anne McDonald,

Understanding Estrogen’s Impact on the Brain: New Insights from Cutting-Edge Research

This research offers a clearer picture of how estrogen impacts brain health during menopause and beyond. Understanding the role of estrogen receptors in brain function is key to addressing some of the most common challenges women face, like memory issues, mood disturbances, and cognitive decline.

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Yoga, Medicine Emily Anne McDonald, Yoga, Medicine Emily Anne McDonald,

Clinical Benefits of Yoga Nidra

Given the impressive historical precedence and personal accounts of the relaxation benefits of yoga nidra, we are beginning to see yoga nidra studied clinically. Physiological parameters such as blood pressure, heart rate, and blood lipid levels seem to be affected by regular yoga nidra practice.

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