05/26/2026
Menopause + smoking = increased risk. During perimenopause and menopause, your body is already adjusting to lower estrogen levels. Smoking can make that transition harder.
🔥 It can worsen hot flashes.
🦴 It accelerates bone loss and increases fracture risk.
❤️ It significantly raises your risk of heart disease, especially after menopause.
Hormonal changes naturally increase bone and cardiovascular risk. Smoking compounds it. While smoking is not a contraindication to hormone therapy, physicians strongly advise quitting.
The good news? Quitting at any age improves circulation, protects your bones, and lowers heart risk.
Menopause can be a powerful time to reset and prioritize your long-term health. 💛 Both of our locations offer dedicated menopause clinics to help guide women through this transformative stage.
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