Welcome to the Hormone Confidence Community
Navigating hormone imbalances can feel like uncharted territory, but at Shala, we believe that knowledge is your most powerful tool. Our blog is your go-to resource for reliable, expert-driven content that helps you understand every aspect of this life stage.
Our goal is to empower you with the insights, tips, and support so you can face these challenges with grace, courage, and hormone confidence, knowing that each tiny impovement brings you closer to your goals, dreams, and complete self.
Why Dietary Supplements Are Essential for Women in Midlife
Walk down any pharmacy aisle and you’ll see shelves stacked high with vitamins, minerals, and herbal supplements. With so many options, it’s easy to wonder: Do I really need these if I eat a balanced diet?
Your Endocrine System: The Hormone Network That Runs Your Body
Your body has a secret team working 24/7 to keep you healthy, balanced, and thriving, your endocrine system.
The Estrogen-Insulin Connection: What Every Woman Needs to Know Before and During Perimenopause
If you’re a woman in your 30s, 40s, or 50s and you’ve suddenly found that your go-to healthy habits—eating clean, working out, getting good sleep—just aren’t working like they used to, you’re not alone.
What Are Digestive Enzymes, and Why Women in Midlife Need More of Them
Here’s a secret your gut is dying to tell you: it’s not just what you eat—it’s what you digest and absorb that fuels your health. And that’s where digestive enzymes come in.
Fiber Is Not Just for Pooping: Why Women in Midlife Need More Than They Think
Fiber is a foundational part of whole-body health, especially for women navigating the transitions of perimenopause and menopause.
What to Do (and Not to Do) If You Want Better Sleep Tonight
Sleep can feel more elusive during midlife, especially as hormones shift, responsibilities stack, and stress lingers well past bedtime. But the truth is: sleep is not a luxury. It’s a biological requirement. And when we don’t get enough of it, especially the right kind of sleep, our entire system pays the price.
Your 30s Called—They Want You to Think About Menopause (Seriously)
Your 30s are a powerful window of opportunity. Even if you’re years away from the official transition, subtle hormonal shifts often begin in this decade, and what you do now can influence how smooth (or bumpy) that road will be.
Semaglutide 101: How It Works, Why It’s Life-Changing—and Why You Might Need a Gut Ally
Semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rybelsus, is taking America by storm. Originally developed for type 2 diabetes, it’s now prescribed to millions as a breakthrough weight loss therapy.
Mirror, Mirror: Why Social Media Feels Like a Heartbreak
Why Comparison Hits Harder as We Age (and How It’s Impacting the Next Generation)
4,000 Mondays: A Midlife Wake-up Call (And Why That’s a Good Thing)
“Death clarifies life. It reminds us that we’re on the clock, and that we have a say in how we spend our time. The good news? We don’t need to wait until a crisis to start living like we mean it.”
— Jodi Wellman, How Death Can Bring You Back to Life
Declaration of (Hormonal) Independence
For too long, women have been expected to quietly endure the symptoms of perimenopause and menopause—brushing off the brain fog, apologizing for the mood swings, laughing off the night sweats, and pushing through the exhaustion. But no more.
Why Gut Health is the Foundation for Whole-Body Wellness
When your gut is thriving, it quietly supports nearly every function in your body—from digesting food and absorbing nutrients, to balancing your immune system, protecting your brain, and even uplifting your mood.
Cracking the Shell: Confidence, Struggle, and the Beauty of Becoming
Midlife has a way of shaking the ground beneath us. The changes in our bodies, our relationships, our careers, and our sense of purpose can all leave us questioning who we are—and whether we’re still “enough.” If you’ve felt your confidence slipping or found yourself wondering where the vibrant, sure-of-herself version of you went, you’re not alone. These feelings are deeply human—and deeply common—especially for women in their 40s and 50s.
When Your Mind Won’t Slow Down: Understanding Racing Thoughts and Midlife Anxiety
You lie awake in bed, exhausted but wired. Your mind bounces from unfinished work emails to worries about your teenager’s future, your parents’ health, and that random thing you said five days ago. The loop doesn’t stop. You’re not alone—and you’re not broken.
“I’ll Just Do It All” – And Other Lies We Tell Ourselves About Multitasking
We wear multitasking like a badge of honor—especially women. We’re praised for juggling careers, kids, partners, parents, households, relationships, goals, and everything in between. But here’s the truth: multitasking isn’t making us more productive. It’s making us scattered, stressed, and less effective.
Your Health, Your Rules: Embracing Functional and Integrative Medicine in Midlife
Functional medicine is a patient-centered, science-based approach that focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of disease. It considers the complex interactions between genetics, environment, and lifestyle factors that can influence long-term health and chronic disease.
Macros Made Simple: Eat Well, Spend Smart, Feel Your Best
If you’re ready to eat healthy on a budget, Rachel’s got you covered. But equally important is knowing which foods support your body best—especially during the hormonal shifts of perimenopause and menopause. One powerful tool in your nutritional toolkit? Macronutrients.
Why Am I Suddenly on Fire? Understanding Hot Flashes, the Hypothalamus, and What You Can Do About it
If you’re waking up drenched in sweat or suddenly peeling off layers in the middle of a meeting, you’re not alone. Hot flashes and night sweats are the most well-known and common symptoms associated with menopause—but they’re not the only ones, and they rarely show up without backup.
Why We Struggle to Stick with Exercise—and How Community Can Change Everything
Scientific literature is clear: social support is one of the strongest predictors of consistent physical activity. Having someone to exercise with, cheer you on, or simply hold you accountable creates both external motivation and internal resilience.
The Calorie Myth: Why Quality Matters More Than Counting
In today’s diet-driven world, it’s easy to fall into the trap of counting calories without considering the quality of the foods we eat. A common refrain in the wellness world is “calories in, calories out.” While there is some truth to this, it misses the bigger picture— not all calories are equal in terms of the benefits they bring to our health.