Susan Megge - Articles

Susan Megge is the founder of http://www.40isbeautiful.com, a website designed to assist mature women as they approach and experience menopause. She is a grandmother, who started experiencing symptoms of menopause several years ago and researched various avenues to deal with these symptoms naturally. This led to her discovery of the significant role that exercise plays in making menopause a very manageable, and even wonderful time in a woman’s life.

• Weight Affects Self Esteem, Health And Contributes To Discrimination
  18/01/2007 | Women's Issues
  The recent Rosie vs. Donald "War of Words" has people across the nation taking sides. Donald's harsh words regarding Rosie's weight have many people outraged - and rightfully so. Unfortunately, it seems as though discriminating against those women who are considered "fat" has become the norm and is quite often... Read
  
• Perimenopause And Phantom Periods
  12/01/2007 | Women's Issues
  If you've experienced symptoms exactly like those that may occur when you're expecting your period, but no period is present or ever arrives, it's most likely that you're having a "phantom" period. Phantom periods are described as a period minus the menses. In other words, you may feel irritable, bloated, fatigued,... Read
  
• Your Body Is Precious - Make It A Priority
  05/01/2007 | Women's Issues
  If you were told that you could earn one million dollars simply by spending an hour each day working on a farm, would you do it? Let's say you were offered free tickets - the best in the house - for your favorite artist, and a subsequent visit with that... Read
  
• Women And Weight Gain
  26/12/2006 | Health
  Most women can't compete with the images we see all around us - from sexy, beautiful young models on magazine covers to gorgeous, hot middle aged housewives who call themselves desperate. This leads many of us to believe that these women have tools available to them that the rest of... Read
  
• Women's Weight Loss Strategies That Work
  06/12/2006 | Careers
  If you're like the majority of women, especially those approaching menopause, there's a good chance that you're not satisfied with your weight and you have a strong desire to shed some pounds. Read
  
• The Fear Of Humiliation And Weight Loss - Is There A Link?
  01/12/2006 | Advice
  Recently Kirstie Alley appeared on the Oprah Winfrey Show, proudly strutting her stuff in nothing more than a lacy bikini. Read
  
• Strength Training Benefits Women
  14/11/2006 | Careers
  If you're a woman considering the possibility of exercising regularly, you may be wondering which type of fitness program is the most effective. I highly suggest that you give some serious thought to weight training. Read
  
• Exercise Your Way Through Perimenopause
  11/11/2006 | Careers
  It's unfortunate, but most women don't realize how crucial a role regular fitness and exercise is to reducing many symptoms associated with perimenopause. As women approach menopause they begin to gain weight, especially around their mid-section. Read
  
• Lose Menopause Weight Gain
  11/11/2006 | Careers
  As you approach menopause, it's not unusual to gain weight, especially around your mid-section. You have likely not changed your eating habits or level of activity, but the weight continues to accumulate, even if you're still experiencing regular periods. Read
  
• Men Dealing With Women's Menopause Symptoms
  29/10/2006 | Careers
  Some of the changes and symptoms women encounter as they approach menopause can be difficult to withstand, and it's not unusual to wonder if you'll ever feel "normal" again. Read