Who We Are
The MenopausePlan Research Team consists of certified health educators, circadian biology researchers, and experienced medical copywriters dedicated to women's midlife wellness. We focus on translating complex hormonal endocrinology and sleep physiology into actionable, non-restrictive daily habits.
Our Science-First Editorial Process
Every article, guide, and protocol published by MenopausePlan undergoes a rigorous, multi-stage editorial cycle to ensure absolute safety, accuracy, and alignment with modern clinical science:
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Primary Literature Review: We do not rely on wellness blogs or secondary health websites. Our team begins by searching clinical databases—primarily PubMed, NCBI, and Google Scholar—to read primary research papers, randomized controlled trials (RCTs), and endocrine meta-analyses.
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Hormonal Physiology Focus: We analyze every suggestion through the lens of midlife endocrine changes (specifically fluctuating levels of estrogen, progesterone, and cortisol) and circadian rhythm biology.
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Drafting & Sourcing: Every clinical claim we make is cited directly to a specific research study, institutional guideline, or DOI. We link directly to the study sub-page or PubMed entry on our References Page.
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Medical Editing: Our drafts are reviewed to ensure that advice is supportive, practical, and includes clear medical disclaimers. We explicitly warn readers to coordinate with their OB/GYN or primary care physician before beginning new metabolic or sleep protocols.
Clinical Databases We Utilize
We base our articles and guides on published evidence from the world's most trusted medical databases and institutional bodies:
- National Institutes of Health (NIH & PubMed): For primary literature on melatonin production, vasomotor symptoms, and sleep architecture.
- The Menopause Society (formerly NAMS): For clinical guidelines, therapeutic recommendations, and perimenopausal research updates.
- Harvard Health Publishing & Mayo Clinic: For reviews of metabolic health, food sequencing, and low-impact resistance training studies.
- Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism: For biochemical pathways of cortisol loops, liver glycogen storage, and insulin sensitivity shifts during the menopausal transition.
Editorial Independence
MenopausePlan does not accept pharmaceutical sponsorships, paid product placements, or advertising from third-party brands. This independence ensures that our reviews, articles, and recommendation lists are completely unbiased, focusing exclusively on what is scientifically sound for our readers.
Our Commitment to Safety
We are committed to providing health education, not medical prescriptions. Menopause is a highly individualized transition, and what works for one body may need adjustment for another. We encourage all readers to share our 21-day timeline log and guides with their physicians to create a collaborative care plan.
