Author: Helen Kollias, PhD, CSCS

Menopause advice can be confusing. The internet is full of bold promises, scary warnings, and confident opinions that directly contradict each other. How do you know what’s real and reliable—and what isn’t? Here’s how to source legitimate, science-based information on...

Note: This guide is specific to the United States. Other countries have different professional titles, training pathways, and scopes of practice. Always check local regulations and certifications if you're outside the U.S. The menopause transition affects sleep, energy, cognition, mood,...

Exercising everyday? Crushing your macros? Getting compliments on how “great” you look? You are the picture of health, and yet you haven’t had your period in nearly a year. How could this be? You’re doing everything right. You clearly are...

There’s a lot of confusing and conflicting information around mothers drinking alcohol and breastfeeding. Advice ranges from “Don’t drink at all; no amount of alcohol is safe for your baby!” to “Just follow the general guidelines that everyone should follow;...

If you’ve been strength training for a while—or you coach women—you probably have some questions about creatine. While creatine has gained popularity, especially with those trying to gain muscle and strength, some women might be nervous about taking it due...

Way back in the 1920s, researchers confirmed something that women have known first-hand for a long time: We eat different amounts during different phases of our menstrual cycle. Maybe you've heard a friend or client (or yourself!) say something like,...