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11/03/2026

Considering HRT? Myth vs. Fact: Bioidentical means safer. 🌸

Truth: Bioidentical means the hormone has the same chemical structure as the hormone your body naturally makes. Many believe it is only the compounded form of HRT. Estrogen, progesterone and testosterone can all be bioidentical!

Bioidenticals are available as:

• Prescription tablets (often most affordable)

• Patches

• Topical creams

• Vaginal estrogen (for dryness, bladder symptoms and recurrent UTIs)

Many ladies feel more comfortable with a compounded cream because it is perceived as safer, although compounded hormone preparations are not FDA-approved.

Here’s what I want women to know!

HRT is becoming more commonly prescribed as awareness of menopause treatment grows. And the benefits can extend far beyond relief from hot flashes!

Depending on the treatment, benefits may include improved sleep, relief from night sweats and vaginal dryness, and protection against bone loss and fractures.

But just because a hormone is bioidentical doesn’t automatically mean it’s safer!

As with ANY medication, have a conversation with your doctor about the risks versus benefits based on YOUR personal health history.

There is no “one best” option, just the right option for YOU!

Follow along for more pharmacist-inspired information and pass this to a friend who may want to learn this too!

This post is informational only and not medical advice.

11/03/2026

At 61, I stole these 10 HABITS I FROM WOMEN WHO ARE AGING BETTER THAN EVER. ✨
And surprisingly, most have nothing to do with looking younger.

1. THEY STOP TRYING TO BE SMALLER.
They focus on building muscle, getting stronger, and taking up space instead of chasing a number on the scale.

2. THEY SAY NO WITHOUT further explanation
They protect their time, energy, and peace without feeling obligated to explain themselves.

3. THEY DON’T EARN THEIR FOOD THROUGH EXERCISE.
Movement is a celebration of what their bodies can do, not punishment for what they ate.

4. THEY INVEST IN EXPERIENCES, NOT JUST ANTI-AGING PRODUCTS.
Travel, friendships, laughter, and new adventures enrich their lives in ways no serum can.

5. THEY STOP WEARING EXHAUSTION AS A BADGE OF HONOR.
They prioritize sleep, recovery, and downtime because rest is part of staying strong.

6. THEY DON’T FOLLOW EVERY WELLNESS TREND.
They understand that what works for one woman may not work for another. They choose evidence over hype.

7. THEY KEEP DOING THINGS THAT MAKE THEM BEGINNERS.
New hobbies, new skills, new challenges. They never stop being curious or challenging their brains.

8. THEY DON’T LET THEIR AGE DICTATE THEIR WARDROBE.
They wear the bold outfit, the statement jewelry, and whatever makes them feel fabulous. Confidence doesn’t have an expiration date.

9. THEY STOP PUTTING THEMSELVES LAST.
They make time for preventive healthcare, strength training, friendships, and the things that bring them joy.

10. THEY ALWAYS HAVE SOMETHING TO LOOK FORWARD TO.
A trip, a dinner with friends, a new project, or simply a beautiful ordinary day. They haven’t stopped being excited.

At 61, I’m not interested in turning back the clock. I’m interested in making every year count.

I’m working on my health, happiness and feeling fulfilled.

Which habit resonates with you most? What would you add?

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11/02/2026

Dark circles over 50?

At 61, I’ve noticed that the skin under my eyes has changed, and it has been driving me crazy!

But why do dark circles become more noticeable as we age?

✨ 1. Thinner skin: As we age, collagen production declines, and the delicate skin under our eyes becomes thinner making under eye blood vessels more visible.

✨ 2. Loss of volume: We naturally lose fat and structural support around our eyes. This can create hollows making shadows more pronounced.

✨ 3. Hyperpigmentation: Years of sun exposure, genetics, and hormonal changes.

✨ 4. Allergies and irritation: Seasonal allergies, rubbing our eyes, and even certain medications ( my glaucoma meds contributed) can contribute to discoloration around the delicate eye area.

Here’s what I’ve learned: More concealer and lighter congealer aren’t necessarily better.

Brands ChatGPT recommended to me:

Bobbi Brown Cosmetics
IT Cosmetics 🇺🇸
NARS Cosmetics - Nars

Ultimately Bobbi Brown’s Skin Corrector Stick in light peach ( the makeup artist at Ulta shared it balances out the purplish pigment) stayed PUT and with my Clinique all over concealer - eraser provided the best coverage.

If you have any tips on covering up dark circles, please share!

Save this before you purchase another concealer! 🤍

Educational only. Not individualized medical advice.

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11/01/2026

Considering HRT? These terms can seem confusing… let me explain as a pharmacist!

✨BIOIDENTICAL-
Sounds like a TREAT — natural, gentle, safe
Reality: the hormone has the same chemical structure your body makes and does not necessarily need to be compounded or a in a pellet form. Estrogen, progesterone and testosterone can all be Bioidentical.

Available as:

• Tablets (often most affordable)

• Patches

• Topical creams

• Vaginal estrogen (for dryness, bladder, recurrent UTIs)

✨COMPOUNDED-
Sounds like a TREAT — made just for you
Reality: It just means made for one person. Many ladies perceive this as safer, do know compounds arent automatically tested the same way as an FDA-approved product. I use a compounded estrogen cream myself.

✨SYSTEMIC**
Sounds like a TRICK — scary, whole-body .
It just means it travels through your whole body, vs. local, which acts mainly where it’s applied. It’s a description, not a danger warning. Vaginal estrogen is topical and does not have the systemic effects of a tablet or a patch. If you are experiencing dryness, irritation, overactive bladder, recurrent UTIs ( The Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause) , talk to your doctor about vaginal estrogen.

Which one surprised you the most? Follow for more midlife information and inspiration.

This post is informational only and not medical advice.

10/31/2026

Trick or Treat — Pharmacy Words 🎃
Which of these sounds like a trick, and which sounds like a treat?

🎃BIOIDENTICAL-
Sounds like a TREAT — natural, gentle, safe
Reality: the hormone has the same chemical structure your body makes and does not necessarily need to be compounded or a in a pellet form. Estrogen, progesterone and testosterone can all be Bioidentical.

Available as:

• Tablets (often most affordable)

• Patches

• Topical creams

• Vaginal estrogen (for dryness, bladder, recurrent UTIs)

🎃COMPOUNDED-
Sounds like a TREAT — made just for you
Reality: It just means made for one person. Many ladies perceive this as safer, do know compounds arent automatically tested the same way as an FDA-approved product. I use a compounded estrogen cream myself.

🎃SYSTEMIC**
Sounds like a TRICK — scary, whole-body .
It just means it travels through your whole body, vs. local, which acts mainly where it’s applied. It’s a description, not a danger warning. Vaginal estrogen is topical and does not have the systemic effects of a tablet or a patch. If you are experiencing dryness, irritation, overactive bladder, recurrent UTIs ( The Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause) , talk to your doctor about vaginal estrogen.

Did any one fooled you here? 👻

10/29/2026

As a pharmacist , I always share to listen to your body… my body is telling me to go shopping! 😂

In all seriousness, especially in midlife what works for a friend, a favorite influencer, a podcast guest… may not work for you.

There is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to health. Listen to your body and do what is right for YOU!

Follow along Lisa Anne King for more midlife information and inspiration!

10/27/2026

I am a pharmacist and have 1,007 health related notes on my phone…

With a family history of breast cancer, here’s the one I want you to see about what for breast cancer prevention past October! 💖

My Breast Cancer Prevention Tips that I personally implement into my daily routine:

💖Limit chemicals in skin care, home cleaning and microplastics. This is where I started and there are SO many more clean beauty options than when I first implemented this close to twenty years ago. I’m still working on the plastics.

💖Maintain gut health to remove excess circulating estrogen ( probiotic and fiber) - can have a 11% lower risk according to studies. I’m definitely including more fiber in my diet!

💖Exercise- studies show this MATTERS and decrease risk by 13%.

💖Reduce alcohol intake- I personally don’t drink due to bladder and migraine issues. 1 drink per day is associated with a 10% increase in risk.

💖Of course get preventative screenings too!!

My mom and sister are both breast cancer survivors so I really appreciated tamsen episode on Lowering Your Breast Cancer Risk without Obsessing Over Everything.

Check out my YouTube channel video and these Pubmed studies if you want more specific information too;

Study: Physical Activity and Risk of Breast Cancer: A Meta-Analysis of 38 Cohort Studies in 45 Study Reports

Study: Alcoholic Beverage Consumption and Female Breast Cancer Risk: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Prospective Cohort Studies

Study: Dietary Index for Gut Microbiota, Genetic Risk, and Incidence of Breast Cancer: A Prospective Study

Share this with a friend who may want to see this too!

10/24/2026

For many years I was SO embarrassed by my health.

Living with bladder issues can bring shame and embarrassment .

I am so grateful to have gained freedom from bladder issues. My hope in sharing my story is always to give hope to those living with bladder issues. You are not alone and there are treatment options.

I have many podcast interviews and resources on my website, The Fulfilled Pharmacist. Pass this along to someone who may be feeling this due to bladder issues too. ❤️

10/23/2026

In menopause and considering a GLP-1?
As a pharmacist, I am not against GLP-1’s. Would just do this first , it was SUPER helpful for me!

I get the frustration of midlife weight gain. I thought I was doing everything right in midlife…

and it was actually keeping me inflamed.

If you’re eating the protein, moving your body, resting —

and the weight STILL won’t budge…consider this!

Here’s what I learned with DNA testing-

✨ In my effort to “do protein right,” I was eating Greek yogurt daily and switched to a whey protein.

DNA testing revealed I’m lactose + gluten intolerant — and foods I thought were healthy were quietly driving inflammation and weight gain.

✨ I also learned my genetics matter.

I’m naturally slow to lose weight and slow to build muscle.

The breakthrough? I stopped program-hopping and focused on consistency instead of chasing quick results.

✨ This was a game changer too-

When I was tracking macros, I was actually overeating for my body.

My DNA shows I’m sensitive to carbohydrates, so lowering carbs helped reduce inflammation and support weight release.

Even if taking a GLP-1, I would have never known about these food sensitivities that were causing inflammation without DNA testing.

Midlife isn’t one-size-fits-all.

What works for your friend, influencer, or podcast expert may not work for YOU and that includes different weight release methods.

Want to understand your body instead of guessing?

Check out Amy Joyous weight release program centered around your DNA!

You’ll definitely gain a different perspective on what may be right for you when it comes to feeling your best at every stage of life!

10/22/2026

As a pharmacist…

Three health trends I want to see MORE of in midlife!

What would you add to the list?

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