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An Almost Magical ChangeBy Dr. Donna Becker“ M y husband and even my co-workers have noticed! I am not so irritable. I feel more in control of my moods. I can sleep again!” She was no longer too tired for sex. No longer felt like weepinguncontrollably. She had lost weight.With the sharp decline of hormones which occurs around 50-51, some women suffer much more than others, but I believe without hormones, all women decline. The brain especially may be affected with thedreaded symptoms of “brain fog”. “Hormone therapy is the most effectivetreatment for VSM [vasomotor symptoms] andothermenopausesymptoms. Estrogens are known potent neuromodulators of numerous neuronal circuits throughout the central nervous system.” Arch Women’s Ment Health, 2007,10(6):247-57 EPUB 2007 Dec 12.Hot flashes and night sweats, followed by cold chills characterize vasomotor symptoms. Vasomotor symptoms contribute to sleeplessness which inevitably leads to daytime exhaustion. Progesterone and estradiol in balanced proportions truly solve this temperature dysregulation leading to insomnia which is the root cause of the fatigue of menopause.Change can be a good thing with balanced hormones. No, you don’t needVeterans - continued from page 4with understanding camaraderie, a hot, home-cooked meal, and treasured leisure time.Volunteer members provided a great meal, and the guests enjoyed the community center’s extensive amenities. These included watching football games on television, playing pool, reading books, singing around a piano, playing a rousing game of table tennis, and, for some, snoozing in an overstuffed chair in the lobby or library.Proposal - continued from page 6Jewelry shops are in demand around Valentine’s Day, so be sure to choose and have the ring sized well in advance of the proposal. This ensures the ring will be ready in time. If the ring will be a surprise, get hints beforehand to understand your loved one’s design tastes. Consider bringing a friend along when shopping tooffer support and advice.Use chocolate to your advantageBoxes of chocolate are ubiquitous on Valentine’s Day. Nestle the ring inside of a box of truffles or another favorite confection and have the question “Will you marry me?” attached to the inside of the box.Hire a photographerWork with a photographer to capture the moment, whether it’s a professional photographer or a friend enlisted for theHometown Cleaning ServicesSPECIALS$160 4-HR Priority Cleaning. 15% OFF Initial CleaningFebruary 2024www.alamoranchhighlights.com9an antidepressant, sleeping pill, or other calming, addictive drugs to transition. I believe the worst thing you can do is buy into the mental illness label.As should be done in every medical office, I discuss the risks and side effects of both taking-and not taking-hormone replacement therapy. No, not every woman or man needs hormones. Think of hormone replacement as a quality of life issue.Dr. Donna Becker, in practice for over 30 years focused on hormone replacement for the past 15 years. Affiliations include and Certification in hormone replacement therapy with World Link Medical (not recognized by the Tx board of Specialties). Call for a free 15 min. consult.Dr Donna BeckerSpecializes in anti-aging & health maintenance medicine.(210) 545-5224 www.antiagingsa.comThe center was closed to HCR residents to allow the trainees a total run of the center and an effort to show the attending airmen that the veterans understand when on duty and cannot go home to kin.One of the HCR veterans’ missions is to provide opportunities for the exchange of experiences and opinions through discussion. Hosting these future leaders and supporting them certainly fulfills the requirement.FREE Estimates!Highlights Helotes - Alamo Ranch Stone Oak - Bulverde Spring Branchtask. This way you can be fully immersed in the moment as it unfolds, and then look back on the experience from a different perspective when the photos are printed. Valentine’s Day is a popular time for wedding proposals. With a little planning, the occasion can be even more special.Focus of Treatments:• Hormone restoration to healthy young adults levels• New Weightloss Medications • Thyroid issues• Hot Flashes/ Night Sweats• Moodiness, “Emotionality” • Loss of Libido• Brain Fog• Insomnia• Vitamin Deficiencies• Blood levels guide treatmentMen’s issues:Erectile, Dysfunction, Fatigue and Weight GainDr. Donna BeckerThe Enhancementof Life CenterCall Today! 210-438-7359 www.hometowncleaningtx.com$29 Initial Visitincludes consultation exam & adjustment. No appointment needed. No insurance needed. *offer valued at $45Valid at the Alamo Ranch location only. Coupon must be presented at time of purchase. One coupon per person. Not valid with any other offer. expires 2/29/2024www.thejoint.com5519 W Loop 1604 N Suite 103, 78253 • 210.981.5158Get Your Vitality Back!Call to schedule your FREE consultation (210) 545-522414603 Huebner Rd,. Suite 2601 (Huebner & NW Military)www.antiagingsa.com