Hormone Health Hub: Expert Insights on Testing, Balance & Better Living — menopause and mental health
Estrogen and Perimenopause: What Every Woman Should Know
Posted by Behcet Bicakci on
Explore the vital role of estrogen in perimenopause, its impact on mood, sleep, heart and bone health, and the latest research on hormone therapy options.
Early Menopause & Surgical Menopause: One Woman's Story and What You Need to Know
Posted by Hormone Lab UK Editorial Team on
Early menopause affects around 5% of women aged 40 to 45, yet it is frequently misdiagnosed or dismissed. Surgical menopause — triggered by removal of both ovaries — can occur at any age and brings an abrupt loss of both oestrogen and testosterone. This article combines a first-person account of early and surgical menopause with a clinical overview of causes, health risks, and the importance of comprehensive hormone testing. Whether your menopause arrived early, unexpectedly, or surgically, understanding your hormone status is the essential first step towards effective, personalised treatment.
Going Through "The Change" - Mood and Menopause
Posted by Ben White on
In perimenopause, falling estradiol doesn’t just trigger hot flashes — it disrupts serotonin production, driving mood swings, brain fog and sleepless nights. Discover the hormonal science behind “the change” and how testing can help.