The True New Year Reset: Balancing Your Hormones After Holiday Chaos
Every January, we’re sold the same story:“Start fresh.”“Detox your body.”“Reset your metabolism.” But by mid-month, so many people still feel exhausted, bloated, moody, and unmotivated. They’re left wondering why the “reset” didn’t work. What you’re feeling after the holidays isn’t a lack of discipline. But it could be a sign your hormones are out of […]
Get Yourself a Health Optimization Plan That Can Do Both: HRT and GLP-1s
By Dr. Ayana Herbert, Founder of Path Health Why Women Deserve More Than One Tool For decades, women in perimenopause and menopause have been told that weight gain is inevitable. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) helped improve hot flashes, sleep, and mood, but the scale often didn’t move. Meanwhile, GLP-1 receptor agonists, like semaglutide and tirzepatide, […]
The Influence of Testosterone on Women’s Sexual Wellness
By Dr. Ayana Herbert, M.D. When we discuss the topic of hormones shaping women’s health, one often underestimated player takes center stage: testosterone. Usually thought of as a male hormone, it is actually a very prevalent hormone for women’s well-being. Let’s explore the profound effects of testosterone on women’s sexual wellness and review some natural […]
Breaking the Myth: Why Bioidentical Hormone Therapy Does NOT Cause Breast Cancer
An Evidence-Based Perspective for Menopause and Breast Cancer Awareness Month By Dr. Ayana Herbert, M.D., Founder, Path Health As we honor both Menopause Awareness Month and Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, I want to address one of the most damaging myths in women’s health: the belief that hormone therapy causes breast cancer. This misconception […]
Celebrating Perimenopause Awareness Month: Embracing Change, Empowering Women
By Dr. Ayana Herbert, Founder of Path Health Perimenopause is a pivotal chapter in every woman’s story—a time of transformation that deserves recognition, understanding, and celebration. As we honor Perimenopause Awareness Month, I want to share not just the science but my own journey and unwavering commitment to helping women thrive through this transition. My […]
Shrink the Belly, Boost Your Power: The Midlife Combo You Need to Know About
By Dr. Ayana Herbert Let’s get real: menopause isn’t just about hot flashes and mood swings—it’s a full-body recalibration. And for many women, the most stubborn (and infuriating) symptom is that relentless belly fat that seems to show up overnight and refuses to budge, no matter how many salads you eat or steps you track. […]
