Alais B. Health and Wellness

A woman wearing a light blue blouse seems contemplative, with her head resting on her hand as she sits at a desk in a well-lit office. You walk into a room and forget why. A familiar word disappears in the middle of a conversation. You reread a paragraph because nothing seems to stick. If this sounds familiar, you are not alone. “Menopause Brain” or brain fog describes the forgetfulness, difficulty concentrating, and mental fuzziness many women notice during perimenopause and menopause. These...

Healthy array of colorful vegetables, fruits, and salmon. If you’re navigating perimenopause or menopause and noticing changes around your waist, energy, or appetite, you may be wondering why your usual routine feels less effective. One piece of the picture may be insulin resistance. It can occur during midlife, but it is not inevitable, and belly fat or cravings alone cannot tell you whether you have it. Understanding the connection can help you make choices that support your health without...

Shop the sales, make the most of your freezer, and take some of the stress out of “What’s for dinner?” In a cozy kitchen, a person in a patterned apron stirs fresh vegetables amid greenery and spices, creating a vibrant cooking experience. With the economy putting pressure on household budgets, a trip to the grocery store can feel discouraging. Food costs remain a concern. The USDA reported that grocery prices in August 2026 were 2.2% higher than a year earlier.[1] While thoughtful shopping...