Written by Karen Giblin, Founder and President Red Hot Mamas
Wednesday, 01 February 2012 10:18
I am Karen Giblin, founder of Red Hot Mamas. I have worked in the area of menopause health for the last 20 years. I have learned a great deal from women over the years, listening to their stories with open ears and trying to alleviate their woes. I also identify with these women, as I had my own menopausal issues brought upon me due to surgical menopause, which led to unpredictable surging hormones. At times I just felt totally out of control.
I was not only having physical distress due to the hot flashes, sleep problems and other menopause symptoms, but I also experienced many emotional changes that manifested due to hormone fluctuations. What I learned from my own experience and experiences of other women, is that we experience menopause with a sense of uniqueness and unfortunately, there is not a one-size-fits-all menopause solution. One thing that I recognized early on, is that we can lead productive and vital lives at menopause if we are equipped with proper knowledge. How can you accomplish this?
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Menopause poses critical health challenges for Black women, many of whom do not have vital informational resources to guide them. Menopause issues along with other life's stages are addressed in the new book, Health First! The Black Woman's Wellness Guide that will be released on February 1, 2012 by the Black Women's Health Imperative. Help make Health First! a best-seller by purchasing a copy on February 1 on Amazon.com.
The story of Black women in America is one of triumph and grace, even with odds stacked high against them. Health First! The Black Woman's Wellness Guide provides you with a comprehensive guide to your #1 resource: yourself.
Written by Karen Giblin, Founder and President Red Hot Mamas
Monday, 30 January 2012 10:42
Even though we lived hundreds of miles apart, in different parts of the world, fate brought us together. It was by chance that we met one another, but when we did, we discovered our passions were alike. It is with pleasure that Red Hot Mamas announces our new Ambassador on Black Women's Menopausal Health, Dr. Verna Brooks McKenzie who has joined our Medical Advisory Board.
Together, we recognize the health disparities that affect Black women. Through our grassroots efforts and our educational channels - Red Hot Mamas Menopause Education Programs and website www.redhotmamas.org, we will provide a blueprint for a healthier menopause transition to Black women within the US. We recognize that health disparities exist among this special population of women and these differences sometimes create greater health risks. We hope our pearls of wisdom will provide the framework of guidance and resources to help Black women better prepare for the menopause transition.
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Even though we lived hundreds of miles apart, in different parts of the world, fate brought us together. It was by chance that we met one another, but when we did, we discovered our passions were alike. It is with pleasure that Red Hot Mamas announces our new Ambassador on Black Women's Menopausal Health, Dr. Verna Brooks McKenzie who has joined our 
It can be tempting to focus on just one variable when deciding if a food is healthy, but even calories don't tell all. It’s important to also choose nutrient-dense foods: a high fiber, vitamin rich meal will keep you fuller, longer and help you eat less overall. Nutrition labels list how much of each nutrient is in a serving.
