Why Hormones Still Matter After 50 (and What Most Women Aren’t Told)


Why Hormones Still Matter After 50 (and What Most Women Aren’t Told)

When we think about hormones, most of us associate them with our younger years—menstrual cycles, pregnancy, and maybe even perimenopause. But here’s the truth: your hormones still matter deeply well into your 50s, 60s, and beyond.

And not just for mood or hot flashes—your bones, brain, heart, skin, and strength all depend on healthy hormone levels to thrive.

Let me tell you a story that hits close to home...

A Story of Strength: My Grandmother at 85

My grandmother was a tiny but fierce woman. She worked as a school crossing guard into her mid-80s, always on the move and always sharp. One day, while doing her job, she was hit by a car. Yes—hit. At 85 years old.

Miraculously, she didn’t break a single bone.

You might call it luck, but there was something else at work.

You see, my father—her son—was a doctor and a pioneer in the field of hormones and infertility. He had my grandmother on estrogen therapy well into her 80s. While most women her age were told that menopause marked the end of needing any hormonal support, she was proof that supporting hormones later in life could mean the difference between fragility and resilience. She lived to be 106, but she always lied about her age so she could have been much older!


Hormones Are About More Than Periods and Hot Flashes

For many women, menopause feels like a hard stop. The conversation around hormones tends to end there. But the truth is, our hormones continue to impact nearly every system of the body—even after our cycles stop.

Let’s look at just a few examples:
  • Estrogen helps keep bones strong, skin supple, and brain function sharp.
  • Testosterone (yes, women have it too!) supports muscle mass, strength, motivation, and libido.
  • Progesterone plays a calming role, supporting sleep, mood, and nervous system regulation.
When hormone levels drop too low—especially without support—we may experience:
  • Bone loss and increased fracture risk
  • Cardiovascular issues
  • Memory lapses or foggy thinking
  • Muscle weakness or unexplained fatigue
  • Emotional ups and downs
  • Thinner, drier skin
Why So Many Women Are Left in the Dark

Many women are never told they have options when it comes to hormone support after menopause. Fear, outdated studies, and misinformation have led to a culture where women are often dismissed, medicated for symptoms instead of supported holistically, or told “it’s just aging.”

But aging doesn’t have to mean decline.

There are safe, natural, and effective ways to support hormone balance, even post-menopause—whether it’s through bioidentical hormone therapy, plant-based support, or lifestyle shifts like nutrition, movement, and essential oils.


A Faithful Approach to Hormone Health

As someone who believes that God designed our bodies with purpose, I also believe He provided the wisdom and tools to help us care for them well. Supporting our hormones isn’t about vanity—it’s about vitality, and staying strong for the people and purposes we’re called to serve.

Whether you’re a grandmother like me, still active in your home, your church, or your business, hormone health can be a foundation for a long, joyful, abundant life.

So, What Can You Do?

If you’re over 55 and feeling tired, foggy, or like something just feels "off," don’t ignore it. It could be your hormones asking for attention.

  • Talk to a trusted, functionally-minded provider about testing your levels
  • Learn about natural tools to support hormone balance—like essential oils, targeted supplements, and nutrient-rich foods
  • Move your body regularly and get sunlight and restorative sleep
  • Surround yourself with a community that supports your growth, not decline
You don’t have to go it alone. I’m here to help guide you with grace and experience.

Would you like to learn more about how I support hormone health naturally? Or get connected to trusted resources that could help you find answers?

Reach out—I’d love to walk with you.

With love and purpose,
Nicole (a.k.a. Yaya)