top of page
![Logo for Purely Menopause](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ea06b8_67a8741c5251474f89ceff969ecc0f5f~mv2.jpg/v1/crop/x_0,y_15,w_500,h_120/fill/w_551,h_132,al_c,lg_1,q_80,enc_avif,quality_auto/_edited.jpg)
Purely Menopause Blog
![](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/12142da09e0649a9b8e71027319f59f5.jpg/v1/fill/w_250,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_auto/12142da09e0649a9b8e71027319f59f5.webp)
![Practical Nutrition and Fitness Tips for Thriving During Menopause: An Updated Guide](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/12142da09e0649a9b8e71027319f59f5.jpg/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/12142da09e0649a9b8e71027319f59f5.webp)
Dr. Rochelle Bernstein
Aug 26, 20244 min read
Practical Nutrition and Fitness Tips for Thriving During Menopause: An Updated Guide
Embracing a new normal during menopause can be a journey, especially when it comes to maintaining your health and fitness. With so much...
117 views1 comment
![Complexities of Menopausal Musculoskeletal Health](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e8fbf2d57fe41118ebe959cf4857f7c.png/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_95,enc_auto/5e8fbf2d57fe41118ebe959cf4857f7c.webp)
Dr. Rochelle Bernstein
Aug 19, 20242 min read
Complexities of Menopausal Musculoskeletal Health
As you transition through menopause, your body undergoes significant changes, many of which affect your musculoskeletal system—your...
126 views0 comments
![](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_754a7252593867556d3745~mv2_d_6144_4098_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fill/w_250,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_auto/nsplsh_754a7252593867556d3745~mv2_d_6144_4098_s_4_2.webp)
![Menopause & Cognitive Health: What Science Says About MHT and Dementia Risk](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_754a7252593867556d3745~mv2_d_6144_4098_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/nsplsh_754a7252593867556d3745~mv2_d_6144_4098_s_4_2.webp)
Dr. Rochelle Bernstein
Aug 12, 20245 min read
Menopause & Cognitive Health: What Science Says About MHT and Dementia Risk
The most common form of dementia is Alzheimer's Disease (AD), and research indicates that women are at higher risk than men. At age 45, a...
83 views2 comments
![](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_444a5f6b5a614954583738~mv2_d_4480_6720_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fill/w_250,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_auto/nsplsh_444a5f6b5a614954583738~mv2_d_4480_6720_s_4_2.webp)
![Revitalize Your Desire During Menopause: Expert Tips & Tools for a Fulfilling Sex Life](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_444a5f6b5a614954583738~mv2_d_4480_6720_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/nsplsh_444a5f6b5a614954583738~mv2_d_4480_6720_s_4_2.webp)
Dr. Rochelle Bernstein
Aug 5, 20243 min read
Revitalize Your Desire During Menopause: Expert Tips & Tools for a Fulfilling Sex Life
Navigating the complexities of sexual desire and arousal can be challenging, especially during menopause. Whether it's stress,...
89 views0 comments
![](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_454358423059415a5f7a55~mv2_d_2456_3680_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fill/w_250,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_auto/nsplsh_454358423059415a5f7a55~mv2_d_2456_3680_s_4_2.webp)
![Are GLP-1 Agonists the Right Choice for You for Weight Loss in Menopause?](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_454358423059415a5f7a55~mv2_d_2456_3680_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/nsplsh_454358423059415a5f7a55~mv2_d_2456_3680_s_4_2.webp)
Dr. Rochelle Bernstein
Jul 29, 20243 min read
Are GLP-1 Agonists the Right Choice for You for Weight Loss in Menopause?
GLP-1 receptor agonists, originally developed for diabetes management, have gained popularity as a weight loss treatment. These drugs...
580 views0 comments
![](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_722e639315a14113ab4897f6594f967e~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_250,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_auto/nsplsh_722e639315a14113ab4897f6594f967e~mv2.webp)
![Revitalizing Libido: Effective Therapies and Self-Care Practices in Menopause](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_722e639315a14113ab4897f6594f967e~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/nsplsh_722e639315a14113ab4897f6594f967e~mv2.webp)
Dr. Rochelle Bernstein
Jul 22, 20242 min read
Revitalizing Libido: Effective Therapies and Self-Care Practices in Menopause
Navigating the changes that come with menopause often includes confronting a significant but often overlooked challenge: low libido. As...
71 views0 comments
![](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_46305a6948576c6947474d~mv2_d_4942_3295_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fill/w_250,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_auto/nsplsh_46305a6948576c6947474d~mv2_d_4942_3295_s_4_2.webp)
![Reclaiming Sexual Health During Menopause: Understanding and Addressing Common Issues](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_46305a6948576c6947474d~mv2_d_4942_3295_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/nsplsh_46305a6948576c6947474d~mv2_d_4942_3295_s_4_2.webp)
Dr. Rochelle Bernstein
Jul 8, 20242 min read
Reclaiming Sexual Health During Menopause: Understanding and Addressing Common Issues
As women age, they are two to three times more likely than men to experience a decrease in sexual desire. Understanding and addressing...
81 views0 comments
![](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_6fa8ba30354f429eb02b98edfd53fbaf~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_250,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_auto/nsplsh_6fa8ba30354f429eb02b98edfd53fbaf~mv2.webp)
![Managing Chronic Pelvic Pain and Enhancing Sexual Health: A Holistic Approach for Women](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_6fa8ba30354f429eb02b98edfd53fbaf~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/nsplsh_6fa8ba30354f429eb02b98edfd53fbaf~mv2.webp)
Dr. Rochelle Bernstein
Jul 2, 20242 min read
Managing Chronic Pelvic Pain and Enhancing Sexual Health: A Holistic Approach for Women
Chronic pelvic pain affects an estimated 6% to 40% of women worldwide and often correlates with sexual dysfunctions such as dyspareunia...
57 views0 comments
![](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_81fa1090217f4ec4bb231d4023b154b5~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_250,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_auto/nsplsh_81fa1090217f4ec4bb231d4023b154b5~mv2.webp)
![Clearing the Fog Around Menopause Hormone Therapy](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_81fa1090217f4ec4bb231d4023b154b5~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/nsplsh_81fa1090217f4ec4bb231d4023b154b5~mv2.webp)
Dr. Rochelle Bernstein
Jun 24, 20242 min read
Clearing the Fog Around Menopause Hormone Therapy
A recent review of data from a controversial study reaffirms a consensus among menopause experts: many women benefit more than they risk...
117 views0 comments
![](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ea06b8_27cf0ccdbd8d4c3d92da2a9ad799ca09~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_250,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_auto/ea06b8_27cf0ccdbd8d4c3d92da2a9ad799ca09~mv2.webp)
![How Sprint Interval Training (SIT) Transforms Health for Menopausal Women](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ea06b8_27cf0ccdbd8d4c3d92da2a9ad799ca09~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/ea06b8_27cf0ccdbd8d4c3d92da2a9ad799ca09~mv2.webp)
Dr. Rochelle Bernstein
Jun 17, 20243 min read
How Sprint Interval Training (SIT) Transforms Health for Menopausal Women
Sprint interval training (SIT), a type of high intensity interval training (HIIT), is a highly effective exercise strategy for enhancing...
2,358 views0 comments
![](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_3c15042988f64c07bc26c4a6fb10ba3f~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_250,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_auto/nsplsh_3c15042988f64c07bc26c4a6fb10ba3f~mv2.webp)
![Nutrition During Menopause: Tips for Optimal Health](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_3c15042988f64c07bc26c4a6fb10ba3f~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/nsplsh_3c15042988f64c07bc26c4a6fb10ba3f~mv2.webp)
Dr. Rochelle Bernstein
Jun 10, 20246 min read
Nutrition During Menopause: Tips for Optimal Health
Menopause is a natural phase in a woman's life, typically occurring between the ages of 45 and 55, marking the end of menstrual cycles....
126 views1 comment
![](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_5a12e0b619df4869a0e9a541a177bfe7~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_250,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_auto/nsplsh_5a12e0b619df4869a0e9a541a177bfe7~mv2.webp)
![Menopause: Back to the Basics](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_5a12e0b619df4869a0e9a541a177bfe7~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/nsplsh_5a12e0b619df4869a0e9a541a177bfe7~mv2.webp)
Dr. Rochelle Bernstein
Jun 3, 20244 min read
Menopause: Back to the Basics
Menopause is a natural phase in a woman's life that signifies the end of her reproductive years. However, the road to menopause often...
60 views0 comments
![](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_6b344378474a672d6e7341~mv2_d_5505_3932_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fill/w_250,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_auto/nsplsh_6b344378474a672d6e7341~mv2_d_5505_3932_s_4_2.webp)
![The Gut-Hormone Connection: How Menopause Affects Your Microbiome](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_6b344378474a672d6e7341~mv2_d_5505_3932_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/nsplsh_6b344378474a672d6e7341~mv2_d_5505_3932_s_4_2.webp)
Dr. Rochelle Bernstein
May 28, 20243 min read
The Gut-Hormone Connection: How Menopause Affects Your Microbiome
The trillions of bacteria residing in your gut, known as the gut microbiome, extend their influence far beyond digestion. Emerging...
113 views0 comments
![](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_2ef130bceb484a69a1f874acc9589a11~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_250,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_auto/nsplsh_2ef130bceb484a69a1f874acc9589a11~mv2.webp)
![Sleep Disturbances During Menopause: Understanding, Managing, and Improving Sleep Quality](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_2ef130bceb484a69a1f874acc9589a11~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/nsplsh_2ef130bceb484a69a1f874acc9589a11~mv2.webp)
Dr. Rochelle Bernstein
May 20, 20242 min read
Sleep Disturbances During Menopause: Understanding, Managing, and Improving Sleep Quality
Sleep disturbances are common during menopause and can have a significant impact on a woman's quality of life. Good sleep hygiene, such...
123 views0 comments
![](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_715f582d6c79487863646b~mv2_d_5561_3707_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fill/w_250,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_auto/nsplsh_715f582d6c79487863646b~mv2_d_5561_3707_s_4_2.webp)
![Prioritizing Exercise During Menopause: A Key to Metabolic Health](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_715f582d6c79487863646b~mv2_d_5561_3707_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/nsplsh_715f582d6c79487863646b~mv2_d_5561_3707_s_4_2.webp)
Dr. Rochelle Bernstein
May 15, 20245 min read
Prioritizing Exercise During Menopause: A Key to Metabolic Health
Menopause is a critical time to prioritize exercise. Physical activity serves as a powerful defense against the physiological changes...
119 views0 comments
![](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_3053767877745471687351~mv2_d_4533_3404_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fill/w_250,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_auto/nsplsh_3053767877745471687351~mv2_d_4533_3404_s_4_2.webp)
![Why Did My Doctor Prescribe Hormonal Birth Control For My Peri-Menopause Symptoms?](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_3053767877745471687351~mv2_d_4533_3404_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/nsplsh_3053767877745471687351~mv2_d_4533_3404_s_4_2.webp)
Dr. Rochelle Bernstein
May 6, 20243 min read
Why Did My Doctor Prescribe Hormonal Birth Control For My Peri-Menopause Symptoms?
Hormonal birth control (HBC), containing estrogen, which can be delivered through pills, patches, or vaginal rings, can play a role in...
61 views0 comments
![](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_766a4d6771556b53387138~mv2_d_5184_3456_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fill/w_250,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_auto/nsplsh_766a4d6771556b53387138~mv2_d_5184_3456_s_4_2.webp)
![Misinformation About MHT: Don't Believe Everything You Read On The Internet](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_766a4d6771556b53387138~mv2_d_5184_3456_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/nsplsh_766a4d6771556b53387138~mv2_d_5184_3456_s_4_2.webp)
Dr. Rochelle Bernstein
Apr 29, 20243 min read
Misinformation About MHT: Don't Believe Everything You Read On The Internet
In today's digital age, information on menopause is readily available at our fingertips. However, the abundance of resources online also...
180 views0 comments
![](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_337741504a423537773673~mv2_d_5918_3547_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fill/w_250,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_auto/nsplsh_337741504a423537773673~mv2_d_5918_3547_s_4_2.webp)
![Understanding Osteopenia and Osteoporosis: A Guide for Menopausal Women](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_337741504a423537773673~mv2_d_5918_3547_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/nsplsh_337741504a423537773673~mv2_d_5918_3547_s_4_2.webp)
Dr. Rochelle Bernstein
Apr 15, 20243 min read
Understanding Osteopenia and Osteoporosis: A Guide for Menopausal Women
As women age, changes in bone health become increasingly important to understand and manage. Two conditions that often arise during...
73 views0 comments
![](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_492005d00e8844a991e7d7ff0f68d834~mv2.jpeg/v1/fill/w_250,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_auto/11062b_492005d00e8844a991e7d7ff0f68d834~mv2.webp)
![Closing the Gender Gap in Medical Research: Addressing Disparities and Advancing Women's Health](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_492005d00e8844a991e7d7ff0f68d834~mv2.jpeg/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/11062b_492005d00e8844a991e7d7ff0f68d834~mv2.webp)
Dr. Rochelle Bernstein
Apr 8, 20245 min read
Closing the Gender Gap in Medical Research: Addressing Disparities and Advancing Women's Health
The gender gap in medical research results in real-life disadvantages for women. Despite women outnumbering men in the U.S. for nearly 80...
90 views0 comments
![](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_3cc75d2d46ca4e2b8eea02c6e9e5c1ba~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_250,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_auto/nsplsh_3cc75d2d46ca4e2b8eea02c6e9e5c1ba~mv2.webp)
![Keeping Your Cool: Menopausal Irritability & Rage](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_3cc75d2d46ca4e2b8eea02c6e9e5c1ba~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/nsplsh_3cc75d2d46ca4e2b8eea02c6e9e5c1ba~mv2.webp)
Dr. Rochelle Bernstein
Apr 1, 20243 min read
Keeping Your Cool: Menopausal Irritability & Rage
In my conversations with women struggling with menopause, many share stories of not being able to control their tempers. These women...
274 views0 comments
STAY IN THE KNOW
bottom of page