Digestive issues like bloating, acid reflux, and changes in bowel habits aren’t typically considered hallmark symptoms of perimenopause—but they’re far from rare. In fact, one recent study found that ...

Early life stress may lead to digestive issues later in life, driven by changes in the gut and sympathetic nervous systems, according to a new study published in the journal Gastroenterology. Our ...

Digestive health issues are highly prevalent among perimenopausal and menopausal women, with many reporting the onset or exacerbation of symptoms during this life stage. Despite symptom burden, formal ...

Early life stress may lead to digestive issues later in life, driven by changes in the gut and sympathetic nervous systems, according to a new study published in the journal Gastroenterology.

Early life stress may set the stage for long-term digestive problems by disrupting the gut-brain connection. Studies in both mice and thousands of children found links to symptoms like pain, ...

Digestive issues like bloating and acid reflux are common during perimenopause. Hormonal shifts—especially declining estrogen—likely contribute to these symptoms. Treatment typically targets ...

Nick Blackmer is a librarian, fact-checker, and researcher with more than 20 years of experience in consumer-facing health and wellness content. Digestive issues like bloating and acid reflux are ...