Perimenopause can begin years before menopause, yet many women are told their symptoms are "normal" or that their lab results look fine.

So what's really happening?

In this video, Dr. Miiko Rowley, Board-Certified Family Medicine Physician and Founder of Kale Functional Medicine, explains what happens in the body during perimenopause and menopause, why symptoms often begin before menopause officially starts, and why hormone changes aren't always reflected in standard lab tests.

You'll gain a clearer understanding of the hormonal shifts behind common symptoms and learn why looking at the whole clinical picture can lead to more informed decisions about your health. Whether you're experiencing irregular periods, sleep disruptions, mood changes, brain fog, hot flashes, or simply don't feel like yourself, this conversation wi ...