Author: Elena Marsh

Which symptoms justify a GP visit, how to keep a symptom diary, what to ask, and what good, NICE-based menopause care actually looks like in the UK.

The longevity industry is booming, but most of what it sells is unproven. Here is what the evidence actually supports for slowing the ageing of skin and body — and why perimenopause is the moment it matters most.

Weight gain in perimenopause — especially around the middle — is not simply a matter of willpower. Here is the metabolic science of what changes, and why “just eat less” is incomplete advice.

When life is stressful, desire often goes quiet — and there’s a real reason for it. A practical UK guide to how stress lowers libido and what genuinely helps.

Sharing a toy between partners, or between different parts of the body, comes with real hygiene considerations. Here’s how to do it without the risk.

Worrying about sex is one of the fastest ways to get in your own way. A reassuring UK guide to where performance anxiety comes from and how to ease the pressure.

For decades, medical research was built around the male body. The consequences reach all the way to how menopause is understood and treated today. An evidence-based look at the women’s health research gap.

Desire, energy and comfort can change across the month — and that’s normal. A clear UK guide to how the menstrual cycle can affect your sex life, and how to work with it.

A clear, balanced guide to hormone replacement therapy: the types, how it is delivered, and what current UK guidance actually says about the benefits and risks — without scare stories or hype.

Responsive desire is common and normal, not a problem. A warm, evidence-led UK guide to the two desire styles and what they mean for your sex life.