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Wondering if perimenopause is ending? Learn key signs and what to expect as you approach this new phase of life.

Signs Perimenopause Is Ending | Symptoms & Longevity

Signs Perimenopause Is Ending

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Tips on How Healthy Habits Boost Weight Loss

Healthy Habits Boost Weight Loss

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Dr. Sharon Malone delivers Keynote at American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)

Why Dr. Sharon Malone’s Keynote at ACOG Marks A Milestone For Women’s Health 

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These medications have a variety of physiological impacts, all of which add up to the potential for significant weight loss. Studies over the past two years ...

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See how combining MHT with GLP-1s like Semaglutide, Tirzepatide, & Compounded Liraglutide boosts weight loss, improves health, & supports women’s wellness.


GLP-1 and Menopausal Hormone Therapy: A Powerful Combination

Why GLP-1s and MHT Are a Beneficial Combination 

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Hormones, metabolism, and aging all play a role in stubborn midlife weight gain. Learn what’s happening and how to get the support you need to feel better.

Why Is Midlife Weight Gain So Hard to Lose?

Midlife Weight Gain: Why Is it So Hard to Lose?

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Learn about the average menopausal age and what to expect when you start experiencing a change in hormone levels with this complete guide.

What Age Does Menopause Start for Women? | Alloy

What Is the Average Age for Menopause to Start?

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Is menopausal hair loss permanent? Visit our site to learn about this symptom of menopause and how it changes over time.

Menopausal Hair Loss - Is it Permanent?

Is Menopausal Hair Loss Permanent?

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All topical estrogens work whether they are administered as a cream, a vaginal pill, a suppository, or a ring. Alloy chose to offer the cream. Learn why.

Topical Estrogen: Why Use Cream? | Alloy

Topical Estrogen: Why Use Cream?

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Learn how collagen and estrogen work together to keep skin youthful. Discover tips to maintain elasticity and radiance during menopause.

Collagen & Estrogen: How Are They Connected?

Collagen & Estrogen: Everything Women Need To Know

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Black Women and Menopause | Dr. Sharon Malone and Dr. Kudzai Dombo

What Every Black Woman Should Know About Navigating Menopause

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Having trouble falling or staying asleep? Check out our latest blog article to find out everything you need to know about menopause and sleep. 

Menopause & Sleep: How To Tell When You Need More Sleep

Menopause & Sleep: When You Need More Zzzzzs.

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Changing estrogen levels are what contribute to menopause symptoms. Fortunately, we have answers. Learn why estrogen is so important and how to get relief.

Why is Estrogen So Important? | Alloy

Why is Estrogen So Important? 

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Looking for an efficient menopause hair loss treatment? We've got you covered. Check out our helpful guide today to learn about what you can do.

Your Best Menopause Hair Loss Treatment Options

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Learn how topical estrogen affects menopausal skin health, including benefits for collagen, elasticity, and aging.

The Science Behind Putting Estrogen On Your Face

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Start Your Weight Care Journey with Alloy

Starting Your Weight Care Journey

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Feeling exhausted during perimenopause? Uncover the causes of fatigue and simple strategies to boost energy and well-being.

Perimenopause Fatigue: What it Is & How to Treat It

What Is Perimenopause Fatigue & How to Treat It

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Topical Estrogen: Tips from Dr. Ellen Gendler

Why Topical Estrogen Should Be Part of Your Skincare

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Opill is a progestin only birth control pill that can be safely used for perimenopausal women who are asymptomatic, in need of birth control and have contraindications to the use of combination oral contraceptives. Progestin only pills are over 90% effective, making them the most effective over the counter contraceptive on the market

Alloy | Perimenopause and Birth Control

Here’s What You Need to Know About the New OTC Birth Control Pill & Perimenopause

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Dr. Kelly Casperson explains essential information about vaginal health during menopause, from common symptoms to effective treatments.

Vaginal Health and Menopause: Expert Guide

Menopause & Your Vagina: Here’s Everything You Need to Know From Dr. Kelly Casperson

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Dr. Sharon Malone examines the study behind the latest headlines about Menopause, Hormone Replacement Treatment (HRT) and Dementia.

Does HRT Cause Dementia? | Unpacking the Latest Study

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Don’t know what age menopause starts? Get all your questions answered with this complete guide.

How Long Does Menopause Last? | Alloy

How Long Does Menopause Last?

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Perimenopausal weight gain remains a common concern among women in midlife and beyond. Learn more.

Perimenopause Weight Gain - How to Put a Pause on It | Alloy

Perimenopausal Weight Gain: What You Need to Know

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Do you have trouble getting enough sleep? Learn the effects of sleep deprivation and get tips on how you can get a healthy night's rest.

Is it Really Possible to Catch up on Lost Sleep?

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There’s good news. Sex after menopause definitely exists. It just might not be as you’ve always remembered it. Dr. Sharon Malone of Alloy explains why.

How to Have Better Sex After Menopause

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founder of a concierge gastroenterology and wellness practice

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Gut Health: Tips from Dr. KumKum Sarkar Patel

Gut Health & Hormones: What Everyone Needs to Know

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Discover the key differences between tretinoin gel and cream, their benefits, side effects, and how to choose the best option for your skin type.

Tretinoin Gel vs Cream: Which is Right for Your Skin?

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Learn how estradiol vaginal cream alleviates dryness and discomfort. Explore its benefits for improved comfort and intimate health.

Estradiol Vaginal Cream: How It Works & Why It Helps

Estradiol Vaginal Cream

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Menopausal Weight Gain | Alloy

A conversation between Alloy Community Manager, Rachel Hughes and Dr. Richa Mittal

Spooked by Menopausal Weight Gain? Here’s What You Need to Know From Dr. Richa Mittal

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If you are experiencing irregular periods in your 40s, you may be in perimenopause. Find out how you can relieve perimenopause symptoms with Alloy.

What Causes Irregular Periods in Your 40s? Periomenopause

In My 40s & Having Irregular Periods: Am I in Perimenopause?

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Expert Dr. Mary Claire Haver shares nutrition strategies for menopause, helping you adapt your eating habits to support your changing body.

Menopause Diet: Tips from Dr. Mary Claire Haver

What’s the Best Way to Eat During Menopause?

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There’s a brand new study from the UK that finds women who used estrogen only did not have an increased risk of developing breast cancer over nonusers. 

Estrogen Alone Tied to Lower Breast Cancer Risk in UK Study

Worried about menopausal hormone therapy?

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Discover how birth control may help ease menopausal symptoms. Get the facts on how it works and whether it’s a good fit for you.

Low-Dose Birth Control & Menopause: Managing Your Symptoms

Low-Dose Birth Control

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Staying Strong in Menopause | Alloy

How to Stay Strong in Menopause & Beyond With Dr. Wright

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Understanding changes in orgasm intensity during menopause with practical solutions for maintaining sexual satisfaction.

Why Are My Orgasms Less Intense During Menopause?

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Catching Up with Cindy Gallop - Conversation with Anne Fulenwider

The Flash Q+A: Cindy Gallop

Is your hair thinning, or are you actually losing hair? It’s a bit of both, and the terms are usually used interchangeably. Learn more.

How to Reverse Thinning Hair After Menopause

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Feeling tired all the time? Find out what might be sabotaging your sleep with recommendations for how to control your fatigue.

Why Am I So Tired All the Time? | Alloy

Why Am I So Tired All the Time?

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Late-onset menopause confusing you? Explore its potential causes and available treatments to navigate this unique stage of life.

Late-Onset Menopause Explained: Causes & Treatment Options

What Causes Late-Onset Menopause?

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Menopause and the symptoms that accompany it are influenced by many factors. Although certain factors may be hereditary, your experience will be unique.

Will My Menopause Be the Same As My Mom’s? | Alloy

Menopause & Moms

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A new and potentially important nonhormonal drug (fezolinetant) recently approved by the FDA for the treatment of menopausal hot flashes.

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