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Magnesium Supplements: Types, Benefits, Evidence (limited), and Considerations for Midlife & Older Women
Magnesium is an essential mineral involved in over 300 enzymatic reactions, including muscle function, nerve signaling, bone health, sleep regulation, and blood-glucose control. Many adults — especially women in midlife and older adulthood — may not consume enough magnesium through diet alone. This article reviews the most common forms of magnesium supplements, what they’re best for based on scientific evidence, and important safety considerations. Why magnesium matters — esp
Dornu L
Feb 134 min read
Creatine Supplementation in Men and Women: What Does the Science Really Say?
Creatine is one of the most researched supplements in the world — yet it’s still surrounded by myths. Is it just for young male bodybuilders? Does it cause weight gain? Is it useful for women at all? The short answer: creatine is one of the most evidence-based supplements for both men and women, with benefits extending beyond muscle to brain health and aging. Let’s look at what the science actually shows. ---------------------------------------------------------------- What
Dornu L
Jan 214 min read
Vitamin D: More Than a Vitamin — A Hormone for Every Stage of Life 🌞
Vitamin D is often grouped with vitamins like C or B12, but it’s actually quite different. Vitamin D functions like a hormone, meaning it sends messages throughout the body and affects many systems at once — not just bones. When sunlight hits your skin, your body makes vitamin D. It is then activated by the liver and kidneys into its hormone form, which helps regulate calcium, muscle strength, immune function, and even how certain genes are switched on and off.¹² Because vita
Dornu L
Dec 21, 20254 min read
Testosterone for women - the new buzz!
Why people consider testosterone for women Though often thought of as a “male” hormone, testosterone also plays a role in female physiology — including sexual desire, bone and muscle health, mood, and energy. As women age, especially through menopause or after surgical removal of the ovaries, testosterone levels may decline, which can contribute to decreased libido and other symptoms. For some women, adding a low dose of testosterone appears to restore aspects of sexual func
Dornu L
Nov 29, 20253 min read
Not Every Change Is A Negative
Midlife has a way of making us hold tighter to what feels familiar. We’ve worked hard to build routines, relationships, and a sense of...
Dornu L
Oct 7, 20251 min read
✨️NEW CLINIC LOCATION ✨️
I would like to inform all my patients and potential patients that I have moved my practice to: The Junction Medical Center 300-257...
Dornu L
Oct 6, 20251 min read


Fibromyalgia and Menopause: Overlapping Journeys in Women’s Health
Fibromyalgia and menopause are two conditions that often intersect in a woman’s life, both in timing and in symptoms. Understanding how...
Dornu L
May 17, 20251 min read
When “Meh” Is the Mood: Reflections from the Therapy Room on Midlife Overwhelm
This week in clinical practice, a familiar theme echoed through many of my sessions: women in midlife, sitting across from me with a...
Dornu L
May 3, 20252 min read
Top 5 Pearls I Want to Share With All Menopausal Women
Top 5 Pearls I Want to Share With All Menopausal Women Menopause can feel like a whirlwind—physically, emotionally, and mentally. And...
Dornu L
Apr 18, 20253 min read
7 Ways to Stay Sane During Perimenopause (Yes, It's Possible)
In our last post, we talked about why perimenopause can be so confusing — the random symptoms, the hormonal rollercoaster, the lack of...
Dornu L
Apr 16, 20252 min read
Why Perimenopause Can Be So Confusing (And What You’re Not Alone In Feeling)
Perimenopause — the transitional phase before menopause — is like nature’s plot twist in a woman’s life. Just when you think you’ve got...
Dornu L
Apr 12, 20252 min read


Empowering Women Through Menopause: Online Consultations Available
As women navigate through the natural phase of menopause, it's essential for them to have access to reliable information and personalized...
Dornu L
Jan 18, 20252 min read
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