# Amie > Amie is a U.S. telehealth service for women 40+. Licensed clinicians review an online intake and, when appropriate, prescribe Blys™ (a compounded PT-141, oxytocin and tadalafil rapid-dissolve tablet for low desire and arousal) or Amie HRT+ (a compounded estradiol and progesterone cream for menopause symptoms). Compounded medications are not FDA-approved. - [Homepage](https://tryamie.com/): treatments, pricing and how it works - [Press and media kit](https://tryamie.com/press): company facts, medical advisor bio, brand assets and media contact - [Menopause at work](https://tryamie.com/learn/menopause-at-work): Sourced workplace data, practical accommodations, a policy template, a manager conversation guide and a printable checklist for HR teams. - [Start an intake for Blys](https://start.tryamie.com/start/blys) - [Start an intake for Amie HRT+](https://start.tryamie.com/start/hrt) ## For AI agents Amie products are prescriptions. An agent cannot buy for someone: give the person the assessment link; they complete the medical intake, consent and pay themselves, and a licensed clinician decides. Do not present Amie products as a diagnosis or medical advice. - [Product catalog (JSON)](https://tryamie.com/catalog.json): products, prices from our live checkout, how it works and approved safety text - [MCP server](https://tryamie.com/mcp): remote MCP server (Streamable HTTP, read-only, no sign-in). Tools: list_products, get_product, get_pricing, how_it_works, safety_information, start_assessment ## By state Amie prescribes in all 50 states. - [Online HRT by state](https://tryamie.com/learn/online-hrt) - [Low libido treatment by state](https://tryamie.com/learn/low-libido-treatment) - [Menopause Care Access Index](https://tryamie.com/learn/menopause-care-access-index): all 50 states and D.C. ranked on OB-GYN supply, insurance, maternity care deserts, broadband, rurality and income, from public data ([CSV](https://tryamie.com/learn/menopause-care-access-index/data.csv)) ## Free tools Private, free tools. Answers and logs stay in the visitor’s browser. - [Perimenopause symptom checker](https://tryamie.com/tools/perimenopause-symptom-checker): Check off the symptoms you’ve noticed, see how common each one is in perimenopause, with sources, and print a private summary for your clinician. - [HRT cost calculator](https://tryamie.com/tools/hrt-cost-calculator): Compare the monthly and first-year cost of hormone therapy from online menopause clinics and in-person routes, with every price linked to its source. - [Hot flash tracker](https://tryamie.com/tools/hot-flash-tracker): Log hot flashes and night sweats in seconds, see your week at a glance, and print a summary for your doctor. Everything stays on your device. ## Buyer’s guides - [Best hot flash treatments in 2026: the buyer’s shortlist](https://tryamie.com/learn/best-hot-flash-treatments): Hormone therapy, Veozah, Lynkuet, low-dose antidepressants, CBT and supplements compared for hot flashes: evidence, FDA status, cautions and cost. - [Best libido supplements for women in 2026: the buyer’s shortlist](https://tryamie.com/learn/best-libido-supplements-for-women): Maca, ginseng, saffron, L-arginine blends and ashwagandha compared on the trial evidence in women, plus when a prescription makes more sense. - [Best low libido treatments for women in 2026: the buyer’s shortlist](https://tryamie.com/learn/best-low-libido-treatments-for-women): Prescription treatments for low desire and arousal in women compared: how each is taken, FDA status, who it's for, listed price and how to get it. - [Best sleep aids for menopause in 2026: the buyer’s shortlist](https://tryamie.com/learn/best-menopause-sleep-aids): Hormone therapy, CBT-I, prescription sleep medicines, magnesium and melatonin compared for menopause insomnia, using guidelines and trials. - [Best natural estrogen replacement options in 2026: the buyer’s shortlist](https://tryamie.com/learn/best-natural-estrogen-replacement): Bioidentical estradiol creams, patches and gels, vaginal estrogen, soy, black cohosh and red clover compared on evidence, FDA status and safety. - [Best online HRT providers in 2026: the buyer’s shortlist](https://tryamie.com/learn/best-online-hrt-providers): Six online menopause hormone therapy providers compared on listed price, clinician access, hormones offered, insurance and states served. ## Low libido in women - [Body Confidence and Sex: How Body Image Affects Desire, and What Helps](https://tryamie.com/learn/body-confidence-and-sex): How body image affects women's desire, arousal and orgasm, the signs it's getting in the way, and practical and medical steps that help. - [What Is Female Sexual Dysfunction? Types, Symptoms and Treatment](https://tryamie.com/learn/female-sexual-dysfunction): Female sexual dysfunction covers persistent, distressing problems with desire, arousal, orgasm or pain. Learn the four types, causes and treatment options. - [Female Sexual Health: A Complete Guide for Women 40+](https://tryamie.com/learn/female-sexual-health): What sexual health means in midlife: desire, arousal, comfort and safety, the most common concerns, what causes them and when to see a clinician. - [Signs of Hormonal Imbalance Affecting Your Sex Drive](https://tryamie.com/learn/hormonal-imbalance-sex-drive): Vaginal dryness, night sweats, irregular periods and fatigue can signal hormone changes behind low libido. Here's what each sign may mean and what to do. - [How Do Hormones Affect Female Sexual Desire?](https://tryamie.com/learn/hormones-and-sexual-desire): How estrogen, testosterone, progesterone, cortisol, thyroid hormones and brain chemicals shape women's desire and arousal, and what tests can't show. - [Menopause and Marriage: How to Navigate the Changes Together](https://tryamie.com/learn/menopause-and-marriage): How menopause symptoms like poor sleep, mood changes, low desire and painful sex affect relationships, and practical ways couples can reconnect. - [Low Libido After Menopause: Signs, Causes and What Actually Helps](https://tryamie.com/learn/menopause-low-libido): Why sex drive often drops in perimenopause and after menopause, how to tell what's driving it, and the options that have real evidence behind them. - [Pelvic Floor Problems and Sex: Signs, Causes and Exercises That Help](https://tryamie.com/learn/pelvic-floor-and-sex): How a tight or weak pelvic floor can cause painful sex, weaker orgasms and leaking, the signs to watch for, and how exercises and therapy help. - [Sexual Health Tracking Apps for Women: Options, Uses and Privacy](https://tryamie.com/learn/sexual-health-tracking-apps): The main types of apps and tools women use to track libido, cycles, sleep and menopause symptoms, what each is good for, and how to keep it private. - [How to Create an Environment That Supports Desire](https://tryamie.com/learn/sexual-wellness-environment): Practical ways to make your bedroom, routines and headspace more supportive of desire and arousal, and signs that something medical needs attention. - [Stress and Libido: Signs Stress Is Affecting Your Sex Drive and What Helps](https://tryamie.com/learn/stress-and-libido): How chronic stress dampens desire and arousal in women, the signs to watch for, and practical, evidence-based ways to get your sex drive back. - [How to Talk to Your Doctor About Low Libido](https://tryamie.com/learn/talk-to-your-doctor-about-low-libido): What to prepare, what to say and which questions to ask when you bring up low sex drive with a doctor, plus what a good evaluation includes. - [Telehealth vs. In-Person Care for Women's Sexual Health](https://tryamie.com/learn/telehealth-sexual-health): Which sexual health concerns telehealth handles well, which need an in-person exam, and how to choose and prepare for a virtual visit. - [How to Track Your Libido and Sexual Health Patterns](https://tryamie.com/learn/track-your-libido): A simple way to track sex drive, arousal, pain, sleep, stress and medications so you can spot patterns and bring useful notes to a clinician. ## Libido treatments for women - [DHEA for Women: Dosage, Benefits and What the Research Shows](https://tryamie.com/learn/dhea-for-women): What DHEA can and can't do for women over 40: doses used in studies, effects on libido and menopause symptoms, vaginal DHEA, side effects and safety. - [Female Libido Pills: Over-the-Counter vs Prescription Options Compared](https://tryamie.com/learn/female-libido-pills): An evidence-based look at female libido pills: which supplements have any research, what prescription options exist, their FDA status, and safety. - [PT-141 for Women: How Bremelanotide Works, Results and Safety](https://tryamie.com/learn/pt-141-for-women): What PT-141 (bremelanotide) does for low desire in women: how it works, what the trials found, side effects, who shouldn't use it, and FDA status. - [PT-141 vs Addyi: Comparing Bremelanotide and Flibanserin for Low Desire](https://tryamie.com/learn/pt-141-vs-addyi): PT-141 (Vyleesi) vs Addyi (flibanserin) for low sexual desire: how each works, trial results, side effects, alcohol rules and who each may suit. - [PT-141 vs Viagra for Women: Desire vs Blood Flow](https://tryamie.com/learn/pt-141-vs-viagra-for-women): PT-141 targets desire in the brain; Viagra and Cialis target blood flow. What the research shows for women, safety limits, and how each might fit. - [Testosterone and Libido in Women: What the Evidence Shows](https://tryamie.com/learn/testosterone-and-libido-in-women): How testosterone affects women's sex drive, why blood tests can't diagnose low libido, what testosterone therapy can and can't do, and its risks. ## Perimenopause and menopause - [Cortisol and Menopause: How Stress Hormones and Estrogen Interact](https://tryamie.com/learn/cortisol-and-menopause): How cortisol, stress and falling estrogen interact in menopause, what high cortisol really means, when testing is needed, and what helps. - [Hair Loss During Menopause: Why It Happens and What Helps](https://tryamie.com/learn/hair-loss-during-menopause): Why hair thins in perimenopause and menopause, how to tell pattern thinning from shedding, what to test, and which treatments have real evidence. - [High Cortisol Symptoms in Women: Signs, Causes and When to Get Tested](https://tryamie.com/learn/high-cortisol-symptoms): Signs of high cortisol in women, how stress symptoms differ from Cushing's syndrome, why mornings feel worse, and which tests a clinician uses. - [Low Estrogen Symptoms in Women: Signs, Causes, Testing and Treatment](https://tryamie.com/learn/low-estrogen-symptoms): Low estrogen symptoms in women by body system, from hot flashes to vaginal dryness, plus causes, why blood tests mislead in perimenopause, and treatment. - [How to Manage Menopause Naturally: What Actually Works](https://tryamie.com/learn/managing-menopause-naturally): An evidence-based look at natural menopause relief: lifestyle changes, CBT, soy, black cohosh and other supplements, plus what 'natural hormones' means. - [Menopause and Depression: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment](https://tryamie.com/learn/menopause-and-depression): Why depression risk rises around menopause, how to tell it from mood swings, warning signs that need urgent help, and the treatments that work. - [Menopause Body Changes: What Happens and How to Adapt](https://tryamie.com/learn/menopause-body-changes): How menopause changes body shape, muscle, bones, joints, skin, hair, sleep, heart and pelvic health, and practical steps to adapt at each stage. - [Menopause Brain Fog: Symptoms, Causes and What Helps](https://tryamie.com/learn/menopause-brain-fog): Why perimenopause and menopause cause forgetfulness and fuzzy thinking, how long brain fog lasts, when to get checked and what actually helps. - [Menopause Fatigue: Why You're So Tired and How to Get Your Energy Back](https://tryamie.com/learn/menopause-fatigue): Why menopause leaves you exhausted, which other causes to rule out, and the lifestyle and treatment options that can help restore your energy. - [Menopause Nausea: Why It Happens and How to Find Relief](https://tryamie.com/learn/menopause-nausea): Can perimenopause cause nausea? What may be behind it, the other causes to rule out, red flags, and practical ways to settle your stomach. - [Menopause Timeline: How Long Does It Last From Start to Finish?](https://tryamie.com/learn/menopause-timeline): When menopause starts, how long perimenopause lasts, how long hot flashes go on and what changes after the final period, stage by stage. - [Perimenopause Mood Swings: Why They Happen and How to Manage Them](https://tryamie.com/learn/perimenopause-mood-swings): Why perimenopause brings irritability, tears and anxiety, how to tell mood swings from depression, and what helps, from sleep to therapy to hormones. - [Perimenopause Symptoms: Early Signs, What's Normal and When to Get Help](https://tryamie.com/learn/perimenopause-symptoms): The early signs of perimenopause, head to toe: periods, sleep, mood, hot flashes and more, plus what's normal, what isn't and what helps. - [Perimenopause vs. Menopause: Key Differences Explained](https://tryamie.com/learn/perimenopause-vs-menopause): Perimenopause is the multi-year transition; menopause is one date, 12 months after your last period. How to tell where you are and why it matters. - [Postmenopause Symptoms: What to Expect After Menopause](https://tryamie.com/learn/postmenopause-symptoms): Which symptoms continue after menopause, how long hot flashes last, why vaginal and bone changes progress, red flags like bleeding, and treatment options. - [How Chronic Stress Affects Women's Hormones](https://tryamie.com/learn/stress-and-hormones): What chronic stress actually does to cortisol, periods, thyroid tests, blood sugar and menopause symptoms, which popular claims hold up, and what helps. - [T3 vs. T4: What the Difference Between Thyroid Hormones Means for You](https://tryamie.com/learn/t3-vs-t4): T4 is the main hormone your thyroid makes; T3 is the active form. How they differ, what TSH, free T4 and T3 tests show, and how treatment works. - [How to Talk to Your Doctor About Menopause Symptoms](https://tryamie.com/learn/talk-to-your-doctor-about-menopause): How to prepare for a menopause appointment: what to track, questions to ask, treatment options to discuss, and what to do if you feel dismissed. - [Thyroid and Menopause: How the Symptoms Overlap and How to Tell Them Apart](https://tryamie.com/learn/thyroid-and-menopause): Fatigue, weight gain and brain fog can come from menopause, a thyroid problem or both. How to tell them apart, which tests matter, and how HRT interacts. ## Hormone therapy (HRT) - [BHRT Cost: What Bioidentical Hormone Therapy Costs and Whether Insurance Covers It](https://tryamie.com/learn/bhrt-cost): What drives the cost of bioidentical hormone therapy, which forms insurance and Medicare usually cover, and how to compare total cost of care. - [BHRT Side Effects: Common Reactions, Serious Risks and When to Call](https://tryamie.com/learn/bhrt-side-effects): Common side effects of bioidentical hormone therapy, how long they last, the serious risks by type and route, and the warning signs to act on. - [Bioidentical Estriol: Uses, Safety and How It Compares to Estradiol](https://tryamie.com/learn/bioidentical-estriol): What estriol (E3) is, the evidence for vaginal estriol, why oral estriol still needs a progestogen, and how it compares with estradiol. - [Bioidentical Hormones vs. Synthetic: What's the Difference and Are They Safer?](https://tryamie.com/learn/bioidentical-hormones): What 'bioidentical' really means, how FDA-approved and compounded bioidentical hormones differ, and what the evidence says about safety. - [Bioidentical vs. Synthetic Hormones: A Side-by-Side Comparison](https://tryamie.com/learn/bioidentical-vs-synthetic-hormones): Bioidentical vs. synthetic hormones compared: estradiol vs. Premarin, progesterone vs. progestins, testosterone, and the evidence on breast and clot risk. - [DIM for Estrogen Dominance: Does It Work, and Is It Safe?](https://tryamie.com/learn/dim-for-estrogen-dominance): What DIM (diindolylmethane) does to estrogen metabolism, what human studies show and don't, side effects, drug interactions, and who should avoid it. - [The Estrobolome: How Gut Bacteria Affect Your Estrogen](https://tryamie.com/learn/estrobolome): What the estrobolome is, how gut bacteria recycle estrogen, what research shows about menopause and breast cancer, and practical steps that may help. - [Estrogen After Hysterectomy: Do You Need It, and What Are the Options?](https://tryamie.com/learn/estrogen-after-hysterectomy): Whether you need estrogen after a hysterectomy, why most women can take it without progesterone, surgical menopause, and natural vs. prescription options. - [Low Estrogen in Menopause: Symptoms and How Estrogen Decline Affects Your Body](https://tryamie.com/learn/estrogen-decline-menopause): When estrogen starts falling, the signs of low estrogen beyond hot flashes, how it affects bone, heart, brain and vagina, and what helps. - [Estrogen Dominance Diet: Foods That May Help Lower Estrogen, and What to Limit](https://tryamie.com/learn/estrogen-dominance-diet): What the research says about fiber, cruciferous vegetables, flaxseed, soy, fat and alcohol for estrogen levels, plus a practical eating plan. - [Estrogen Dominance: What It Means, Symptoms, Causes and What Actually Helps](https://tryamie.com/learn/estrogen-dominance): What 'estrogen dominance' really describes, the medical conditions behind it, symptoms worth checking, and evidence-based ways to lower excess estrogen. - [Estrogen Levels by Age: What's Normal From Your 20s Through Menopause](https://tryamie.com/learn/estrogen-levels-by-age): Typical estradiol ranges by cycle phase and life stage, how estrogen changes in perimenopause, and why a single blood test often can't tell you much. - [Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): Types, Benefits and Risks](https://tryamie.com/learn/hormone-replacement-therapy): What menopausal hormone therapy is, who it helps most, the real risks by age and type, FDA-approved vs compounded options, and how to decide. - [How Long Does BHRT Take to Work? A Realistic Timeline](https://tryamie.com/learn/how-long-does-bhrt-take-to-work): When hot flashes, sleep, mood and vaginal dryness typically improve on bioidentical hormone therapy, what affects the timeline, and when to adjust. - [Low Testosterone in Women: Symptoms, Testing and What the Evidence Supports](https://tryamie.com/learn/low-testosterone-in-women): How testosterone changes with age in women, which symptoms it does and doesn't explain, why blood tests can't diagnose it, and when therapy may help. - [Natural Estrogen Replacement: Do Over-the-Counter Supplements Work?](https://tryamie.com/learn/natural-estrogen-replacement): Natural estrogen replacement compared: soy, red clover and black cohosh supplements, what research shows, the risks, and when estradiol makes sense. - [Natural Hormone Replacement Therapy: What “Natural” Really Means and What Works](https://tryamie.com/learn/natural-hormone-replacement-therapy): Natural hormone replacement therapy explained: bioidentical vs. plant-based options, FDA-approved vs. compounded hormones, and what the safety data show. - [Premarin Alternatives: Estradiol, Vaginal, Compounded and Nonhormonal Options](https://tryamie.com/learn/premarin-alternatives): Premarin alternatives: estradiol pills, patches, gels and sprays, vaginal estrogen, compounded and nonhormonal options, and Premarin vs. estradiol. - [Low Progesterone in Women: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment](https://tryamie.com/learn/progesterone-deficiency): Signs of low progesterone in your 30s, 40s and after menopause, how it's tested, what progesterone therapy can and can't do, and when to get checked. ## Sleep and hot flashes - [Cortisol and Sleep: Why Stress Keeps You Awake at Night](https://tryamie.com/learn/cortisol-and-sleep): How cortisol and the stress system affect sleep, why midlife women are vulnerable, what helps, and when cortisol testing actually makes sense. - [Hot Flashes: How They Work, Common Triggers and Treatments](https://tryamie.com/learn/hot-flashes): What happens in your body during a hot flash, common triggers, which treatments have evidence (and which don’t), and when to see a doctor. - [How Long Do Hot Flashes Last After Menopause?](https://tryamie.com/learn/how-long-do-hot-flashes-last): How many years hot flashes usually last, how long they continue after your final period, what makes them last longer, and when to seek treatment. - [Magnesium for Sleep: Forms, Dosage and Timing for Women](https://tryamie.com/learn/magnesium-for-sleep): What research shows about magnesium for sleep, which forms are best absorbed, safe doses for women, when to take it, and who should avoid it. - [Menopause Insomnia: Why You Can’t Sleep and What Helps](https://tryamie.com/learn/menopause-insomnia): Why menopause disrupts sleep, how long menopause insomnia lasts, and which treatments have evidence, from CBT-I to hormone therapy. - [Menopause Insomnia Medication: Sleep Aids and Treatments Compared](https://tryamie.com/learn/menopause-sleep-medication): Menopause insomnia medication compared: CBT-I first, hormone therapy, Brisdelle, gabapentin, Veozah, Lynkuet, sleeping pills, melatonin and OTC sleep aids. - [Perimenopause Insomnia Remedies: From Lifestyle Changes to HRT](https://tryamie.com/learn/perimenopause-insomnia-remedies): Perimenopause insomnia remedies ranked by evidence: sleep habits, CBT-I, supplements and OTC sleep aids, hormone therapy and other prescriptions. - [Progesterone and Sleep: Why Falling Levels Disrupt Your Rest](https://tryamie.com/learn/progesterone-and-sleep): Why progesterone can make you sleepy, how falling levels in perimenopause may disrupt sleep, what trials show, and if cream or pills help. ## Vaginal dryness and painful sex - [Estriol Cream for Vaginal Atrophy: Benefits, Safety and How to Use It](https://tryamie.com/learn/estriol-cream-vaginal-atrophy): How vaginal estriol cream treats dryness and painful sex after menopause, what the research shows on safety, how it's used, and how it compares. - [Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM): Symptoms, Causes and Treatment](https://tryamie.com/learn/genitourinary-syndrome-of-menopause): GSM, formerly vaginal atrophy, explained: vaginal, sexual and urinary symptoms, why menopause causes them, when to see a doctor, and treatments that work. - [Local vs Systemic HRT for Vaginal Dryness: Which Is Right for You?](https://tryamie.com/learn/local-vs-systemic-hrt): Vaginal estrogen vs whole-body hormone therapy for menopause dryness and painful sex: what each treats, safety differences, and when to use both. - [Painful Sex After Menopause: Causes and Evidence-Based Treatments](https://tryamie.com/learn/painful-sex-after-menopause): Why sex can hurt after menopause and what helps: lubricants, moisturizers, vaginal estrogen, DHEA, ospemifene and pelvic floor therapy. - [Vaginal Moisturizers vs Lubricants for Dryness: What's the Difference?](https://tryamie.com/learn/vaginal-moisturizers-vs-lubricants): Moisturizers are used regularly for everyday dryness; lubricants are for sex. How each works, how to choose a gentle formula, and when to try more. ## Hormone pellets and Biote - [BHRT Near Me: How to Find a Bioidentical Hormone Therapy Provider](https://tryamie.com/learn/bhrt-near-me): How to find a qualified bioidentical hormone therapy provider near you or by telehealth: credentials, questions to ask, red flags and costs. - [How Much Does Biote Cost? Typical Ranges, Insurance and Alternatives](https://tryamie.com/learn/biote-cost): Biote pellets are priced by each clinic; figures commonly quoted run $300–$600 per insertion. Yearly totals, insurance, HSA/FSA, cheaper options. - [Biote HER-T: What It Is and What the Evidence Says About Testosterone for Women](https://tryamie.com/learn/biote-her-t): HER-T is a Biote supplement, not a testosterone pellet. What’s in it, what Biote claims, and what research shows on testosterone for women. - [Biote Reviews: What Patients Commonly Report, Pros and Cons](https://tryamie.com/learn/biote-reviews): What Biote pellet reviews praise and complain about: dose side effects, weight changes, cost and clinic care, plus what the research shows. - [Biote vs Compounded Hormone Creams: How They Differ](https://tryamie.com/learn/biote-vs-compounded-hormones): Biote pellets and compounded creams both use bioidentical hormones. Here’s how delivery, dose changes, regulation, cost and safety compare. - [Does Biote Help With Weight Loss? What the Evidence Shows](https://tryamie.com/learn/biote-weight-loss): Does Biote help with weight loss? What trials show about estrogen, testosterone and body composition in menopause, and what actually helps with weight. - [Hormone Pellet Therapy Cost: Insurance, Pricing and Alternatives](https://tryamie.com/learn/hormone-pellet-cost): What hormone pellet therapy typically costs for women, what’s billed separately, how insurance and HSAs work, and how other options compare. - [Hormone Pellet Side Effects: What’s Common, What’s Serious](https://tryamie.com/learn/hormone-pellet-side-effects): Common and serious side effects of estrogen and testosterone pellets, why they happen, how long they last, and when to call your clinician. - [What Is Hormone Pellet Therapy? How It Works and What to Expect](https://tryamie.com/learn/hormone-pellet-therapy): How hormone pellets work, what insertion is like, how long pellets last, who they suit, and the safety questions to ask before you start. - [Hormone Pellets Near Me: How to Find and Vet a Provider](https://tryamie.com/learn/hormone-pellets-near-me): How to find a hormone pellet provider near you, what credentials and questions matter, red flags to avoid, and when another option fits better. - [Hormone Pellets vs Injections: Which Delivery Method Fits You?](https://tryamie.com/learn/hormone-pellets-vs-injections): How hormone pellets and injections compare for women on steadiness, dose changes, side effects, FDA status and cost, plus where patches and creams fit. - [Is Biote Safe? What the Evidence Says About Hormone Pellets](https://tryamie.com/learn/is-biote-safe): Is Biote safe? Biote pellets aren’t FDA-approved. What studies show on hormone levels and side effects, what guidelines say, and who should avoid them. ## Weight and nutrition in menopause - [Intermittent Fasting and Menopause: Benefits, Risks and How to Start](https://tryamie.com/learn/intermittent-fasting-menopause): Does intermittent fasting work after menopause? What trials in postmenopausal women show, the downsides to watch, and a gentle way to start. - [Keto and Menopause: Does It Help or Make Things Worse?](https://tryamie.com/learn/keto-and-menopause): What the evidence says about the keto diet in menopause: weight loss, belly fat, cholesterol, bone and fiber trade-offs, and how to do low-carb safely. - [Leaky Gut and Hormones: Is Your Gut Making Your Menopause Worse?](https://tryamie.com/learn/leaky-gut-and-hormones): What 'leaky gut' really means, what science says about gut permeability, estrogen and menopause symptoms, what helps, and which claims to be skeptical of. - [Best Exercise for Menopause Belly Fat: What Works, Plus a Weekly Plan](https://tryamie.com/learn/menopause-belly-exercise): The best exercise for menopause belly fat: why fat moves to the middle, what studies show for cardio, strength and intervals, and a sample weekly plan. - [Menopause Belly Fat Diet: Foods to Limit, What to Eat and How to Move](https://tryamie.com/learn/menopause-belly-fat-diet): Which foods drive menopause belly fat, what to eat instead, simple swaps, and the exercise that helps most, based on the evidence on visceral fat. - [Menopause Gut Health: Bloating, Microbiome Changes and the Best Foods](https://tryamie.com/learn/menopause-gut-health): How perimenopause and menopause change digestion and the gut microbiome, why bloating and IBS flares happen, and the foods that best support your gut. - [Menopause Supplements: What the Evidence Actually Shows](https://tryamie.com/learn/menopause-supplements): An evidence-based review of menopause supplements: black cohosh, soy, red clover, magnesium, vitamin D and more, what works, what doesn't, and safety. - [Menopause Weight Gain: Why It Happens and What Actually Helps](https://tryamie.com/learn/menopause-weight-gain): Why weight and belly fat shift in perimenopause, what the SWAN study found, and which steps help: strength training, protein, sleep and medical options. - [Probiotics for Perimenopause: Which Strains Have Real Evidence?](https://tryamie.com/learn/probiotics-for-perimenopause): What probiotics can and can't do in perimenopause: strains studied for gut symptoms, mood and bone, and how to read a probiotic label. - [Protein and Menopause: How Much You Really Need](https://tryamie.com/learn/protein-and-menopause): How much protein women need in perimenopause and after menopause, the best sources, how to spread it across meals, and why strength training matters too.