Author name: Dr. Lexie

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

For many individuals navigating thyroid health, the topic of iodine supplementation can be confusing and even controversial. If you’ve been told that iodine supports thyroid function—only to hear later that it may worsen autoimmune thyroid conditions—you’re not alone. The truth is, iodine’s relationship with thyroid health is complex and highly individualized. Whether you have hypothyroidism,

As women move through pre-menopause, peri-menopause, and post-menopause, hormonal shifts impact nearly every system in the body, particularly the liver and kidneys, which play a vital role in detoxification and hormone metabolism, and overall well-being. However, as estrogen and progesterone levels fluctuate and decline, the body’s ability to efficiently detoxify and eliminate waste can be