Menopause is formally defined as the point at which a woman has not had a period for 12 months. The age of onset is typically between 45-55 years, with the age of onset being influenced by both innate (heritable) biological traits and environmental factors, such as smoking and stress. The period leading up to menopause – called perimenopause – typically lasts for two to eight years (average of seven years) prior to the official onset of menopause. This is the time where the menstrual cycle essentially starts to...

Most of us probably know how to eat a healthy, balanced diet (putting it into practice is another story). But one thing a lot of people struggle with is trying to figure out the best things to eat before and after a workout to get the most benefits from both your food and your workout. Here, we break down what to eat before and after your workouts and give you some ideas to try for yourself. Some people think that exercising...