Author name: Dr. Lexie

If you’ve found yourself thinking, “Why does everything feel more inflamed than it used to?” – you’re not imagining it. Maybe your joints ache in ways they never did before. Foods you once tolerated now leave you bloated or uncomfortable. Headaches linger. Skin flares more easily. Energy feels unpredictable. Brain fog shows up uninvited. What’s […]

When women think about menopause, heart health is rarely the first concern that comes to mind. Hot flashes, sleep disruption, mood changes, and weight shifts tend to dominate the conversation. Yet behind the scenes, menopause represents one of the most significant turning points in a woman’s cardiovascular health. In fact, heart disease remains the leading

A new year often brings a surge of motivation and a renewed sense of possibility. We make commitments, set goals, and imagine the changes we want to create. But beneath the excitement lies a familiar frustration: many resolutions fade within weeks. And many women have experienced—especially during peri- and post-menopause—motivation alone doesn’t sustain behavior change.

The holiday season often brings joy, togetherness—and a fair amount of stress. Between travel, social events, and sugary indulgences, many women find themselves exhausted, craving sugar, and struggling to keep their energy stable. For others, this season leaves an unwelcome reminder in the mirror: post-holiday weight gain, particularly the stubborn belly pooch that seems to

How calming your body can transform digestion, energy, and even weight release during menopause. Between work deadlines, caring for family, and managing the hormonal changes of midlife, most women eat under stress more often than they realize. Maybe dinner happens in the car between after-school drop-offs—or lunch is eaten while answering emails. These modern habits

For many women in peri- and post-menopause, sleep becomes one of the most frustrating health challenges. You may feel “tired but wired,” waking at 2 a.m. without being able to drift back, or tossing and turning even when exhausted. These changes aren’t just “getting older”—they’re deeply connected to hormonal shifts that reshape the way your

As women move through peri- and post-menopause, it’s common to notice subtle, but unsettling changes in memory, focus, and mood. While these shifts are often brushed off as “just getting older,” research shows there’s more at play. The natural drop in estrogen during this stage of life directly impacts the brain’s energy systems, specifically, the

In the heat of summer or in the social media scroll—it’s easy to get swept up in the latest hydration hype. Electrolyte powders and hydration drinks are being marketed as essential for energy, performance, and even beauty. But is all that sodium really necessary? And more importantly—could it be harmful? At UPLEVEL Holistic Health, we

As summer brings more sun exposure and heat, many women in peri- and post-menopause notice new concerns with their skin. During this transitional phase of life, hormonal shifts can bring unexpected changes in skin texture, hydration, collagen levels, and sun sensitivity. If you’ve noticed your skin feeling drier, thinner, or more prone to pigmentation, you’re

As women enter peri- and post-menopause, it’s common to experience shifts in sexual desire, arousal, and comfort. These changes can feel confusing, frustrating, or even discouraging—but they are also natural, and they do not need to be your destiny. At UPLEVEL Holistic Health, we believe sexual wellness is an essential part of whole-person vitality, and