Notes from the field.

Essays and observations on midlife health, ancient practice, and what the data is telling us. Published from Marbella.

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• 13 May 2026 · Perimenopause · Menopause · Climacteric

  Perimenopause: The Hormonal Transition Women Were Taught to Endure in Silence

  Perimenopause is the multi-year hormonal transition that precedes menopause. What it is, the full symptom cluster, why mainstream advice misses it, and the integrative framework — Ayurveda, TCM, yoga, breathwork, strength training — built for these years.

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• 09 May 2026 · Andropause · Male menopause · Manopause

  Andropause: The Hormonal Transition Men Are Still Not Talking About

  Andropause is the gradual hormonal shift that begins for most men in their mid-40s. What it is, the symptoms, why mainstream advice misses it, and the integrative framework — Ayurveda, TCM, yoga, breathwork — built for these years.

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