menopause – JRM Nurse Consultants

November 11 2025

Tracking Your Health and Symptoms — Take Control of Your Journey

Learn how tracking your mood, sleep, and energy can empower you to take control of your health and guide personalized functional medicine care.

Have you ever gone to your provider and struggled to describe how you’ve been feeling? You’re not alone. Many women experience daily ups and downs — one day full of energy, the next day drained — and it’s hard to spot patterns without a system. Tracking your health is one of the most powerful tools you can use to understand your hormones and regain control of your well-being.

Functional medicine encourages women to become active participants in their health. Tracking helps you see connections between your habits, hormones, and how you feel. You might notice your anxiety peaks after poor sleep, or your energy dips midafternoon when you skip protein. These insights can lead to targeted, meaningful changes.

Take Ana, for example. At 52, she was frustrated that her lab work looked “fine,” yet she felt anxious, tired, and achy. She began logging her sleep, diet, mood, and menstrual symptoms daily. Within weeks, she discovered her headaches and fatigue spiked right before her cycle — a clue pointing to low progesterone. With lifestyle support and gentle hormone balancing, Ana’s migraines decreased, and her mood stabilized.

Start with these simple steps:

Use a health journal or app to record your sleep, mood, meals, and energy levels.
Note major stress events, caffeine intake, and exercise habits.
Track your menstrual cycle or menopause symptoms to identify patterns.
Share your logs with your provider to help personalize care.

When you track consistently, you create a roadmap for better health. Functional medicine practitioners use this data to identify patterns and guide lab testing, nutrition, and lifestyle interventions.

Call to Action:
If you’re ready to understand your body better and take charge of your health, schedule a Functional Medicine Discovery Call with me.

Rosie Moore, DNP, LNC, RN, BC-FMP
Doctorate of Nursing Practice | Functional Medicine Nurse Consultant
rosie@jrmnurseconsultants.com
407-760-1662
https://jrmnurseconsultants.com

Let’s uncover your body’s unique rhythm and build a plan that supports you from the inside out.

October 10 2025

What No One Tells You About Hormones and Mood in Midlife

Discover how hormonal shifts in midlife affect mood, energy, and sleep. Learn how functional medicine can help women feel like themselves again.

Feeling “Off” in Your 40s, 50s, or 60s? You’re Not Alone

Many women in their 40s–60s feel “off” without understanding why. Irritability, anxiety, low energy, sleep problems, or brain fog can creep in suddenly, making you feel disconnected from your usual self. What most women don’t realize is that these changes often have a biological root: hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menopause.

Hormones Aren’t Just About Reproduction

Your hormones—estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and cortisol—play critical roles beyond reproductive health. They influence mood, motivation, stress response, sleep, and energy. When estrogen and progesterone levels drop:

Serotonin and dopamine levels can decline, affecting mood and motivation
Sleep may become restless, and fatigue can set in
Anxiety and irritability can increase, making everyday tasks feel overwhelming

Even testosterone and cortisol shifts can leave you feeling drained or emotionally unbalanced.

Heartfelt Stories from Midlife Women

Sarah’s Story
Sarah, in her early 50s, came to me feeling constantly anxious, exhausted, and disconnected from her family. She was a mom of two teenagers, working full-time, and felt like she was losing herself. After labs and lifestyle assessment, we discovered low estrogen and progesterone, elevated cortisol, and vitamin D deficiency. With a functional medicine plan including nutrition, stress management, and hormone support, Sarah’s transformation was remarkable:
“I feel like me again. I didn’t realize how much my hormones were controlling my life until I got help.”

Maria’s Story
Maria, 48, a homeschooling mom of three, experienced panic attacks and racing thoughts during the pandemic. She felt isolated, ashamed, and unsure if anyone else her age felt the same. Functional medicine interventions—targeted labs, sleep optimization, nutrition, and adrenal support—helped Maria regain balance. Within weeks, her anxiety decreased, energy returned, and she felt confident navigating her life’s demands again.

How Functional Medicine Can Help

Functional medicine focuses on root causes rather than just masking symptoms. Approaches include:

Comprehensive lab testing: hormone panels, thyroid, adrenal function, nutrient levels
Lifestyle adjustments: nutrition, stress management, movement, sleep hygiene
Targeted support: bioidentical hormones, adaptogens, and supplements when appropriate

The earlier you address imbalances, the more you can prevent prolonged mood disruption, fatigue, and other midlife challenges.

Take Action Today

If you’re experiencing mood swings, low energy, anxiety, or sleep disturbances, you don’t have to navigate this alone. Start by:

Tracking your symptoms daily
Discussing hormones and mental health with a qualified provider
Considering functional medicine strategies to support balance

Your health, mood, and life are worth the investment.

Want to Learn More?
Schedule a functional medicine discovery call or reach out directly to discuss a plan tailored to your unique needs.

Email: rosie@jrmnurseconsultants.com
Phone: 407-760-1662
Website: https://jrmnurseconsultants.com

October 10 2025

Cardiovascular and Metabolic Health Challenges in Menopausal Women

Menopause is a natural transition in a woman’s life, but it often brings physiological changes that can impact cardiovascular and metabolic health. Understanding these risks is essential for both healthcare providers and women themselves. Nurses play a key role in education, prevention, and advocacy for healthy aging.

Cardiovascular Risks in Menopause:
The decline in estrogen during menopause affects the cardiovascular system. Key concerns include:

Increased blood pressure
Changes in cholesterol levels (higher LDL, lower HDL)
Greater risk of heart disease and stroke

Nursing Perspective:
Monitoring vital signs, patient education on heart-healthy habits, and advocating for regular screenings can reduce cardiovascular risk.

Metabolic Dysfunction:
Menopause can also affect metabolism, leading to:

Weight gain, particularly around the abdomen
Insulin resistance and a higher risk of type 2 diabetes
Changes in lipid and glucose metabolism

Lifestyle and Functional Medicine Interventions:
Nurses and healthcare providers can guide patients toward sustainable interventions:

Nutrition: Emphasize anti-inflammatory foods, balanced macronutrients, and adequate fiber.
Physical activity: Regular aerobic and resistance exercise to support heart health and metabolism.
Sleep and stress management: Quality sleep and stress reduction techniques improve insulin sensitivity and cardiovascular resilience.
Functional labs and personalized assessment: Identify hormonal imbalances, metabolic markers, and cardiovascular risk factors to tailor care.

Patient Perspective:
Women can feel empowered by understanding these changes. Small, consistent lifestyle adjustments, combined with regular check-ups, can significantly reduce long-term risks.

Menopause doesn’t have to mean inevitable cardiovascular or metabolic decline. Through awareness, proactive monitoring, and lifestyle interventions, nurses can help women maintain heart and metabolic health, improve quality of life, and promote longevity.

This week, women experiencing menopause can schedule a basic cardiovascular and metabolic screening — a first step in proactive, empowered care.

Written by Rosie Moore, DNP, RN, LNC, BC-FMP

Years of experience in Work Comp, Case Management, Disease Management, Utilization Review and Prior Authorization.

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