In the months or years leading up to menopause (perimenopause), you might experience these signs and symptoms: Irregular periods Vaginal dryness Hot flashes Chills Night sweats Sleep problems Mood changes Weight gain and slowed metabolism Thinning hair and dry skin Loss of breast fullness Symptoms, including changes in menst  Read More

The goals of treatment and prevention of Vitamin D deficiency are the same—to reach and then maintain an adequate level of vitamin D in the body. 1. While you might consider eating more foods containing vitamin D and getting a little sunlight, you will likely be told to take vitamin D supplements. 2. Vitamin D comes in two forms: D2 and D3. D2, also called ergocalciferol, comes from plants. D3, also ca  Read More