As BBC Radio 4 Women's Hour focuses on menopause this week, we get an NHS consultant's advice
Perimenopause symptoms such as depression and weight gain are often mistaken for the natural effects of ageing, but there's plenty you can do to help control them, says Medical herbalist Katie Pande and Nutritionist Cassandra Barns
Symptoms of the perimenopause can begin in your thirties. Top gynaecologist Dr Gabrielle Downey shares how to face it the natural way
What are the side effects, risks and benefits and is natural hormone replacement better? Editor Anna Magee investigates by talking to Britain's leading specialists