Women are their mothers' daughters, even at the point in life when they can't have children anymore.

Women who don't want to take hormones have limited options in controlling hot flashes for menopause. But one option doesn't involve drugs at all.

While the apple can keep the doctor away, alcohol may help keep bones from going away. Researchers say if middle-aged women drink a glass or two of alcohol each day, their bones may be stronger.

Hormone replacement therapy is one of the most popular and effective treatments for the symptoms of menopause. But it has been plagued by conflicting information about its risks.

Hot flashes are just part of the transition in middle-aged women as they hit menopause.

It happens at some point to every woman: the hot flashes and night sweats signaling a major change in life. For cancer patients, these symptoms can be side effects of the treatment regimen.

Women who beat cancer with the help of radiation or chemotherapy often damage their eggs in the process. But there may be a way to eventually prevent infertility.

Hot flashes can get in the way of social activities, work, and sleep. Help managing hot flashes can improve quality of life.

As a person ages and the metabolism slows down, it can be more difficult to lose weight. Women past menopause can use strategies to shed the extra pounds though.

Menopause can be a time of massive change for many women. It is important to keep in mind that it's a natural change. But when menopause comes early, it could be a sign of arthritis to come.