Women’s Health
Dr. Shantaquillete develle
Menopause & Cardiovascular Health
Your heart health deserves attention in every season of womanhood. Menopause is more than hot flashes and mood changes. learn how this season may connect to blood pressure, cholesterol, sleep, blood sugar, weight, and overall hearth health.
Dr. Shantaquillete develle
Menopause & Cardiovascular Health
Your heart health deserves attention in every season of womanhood. Menopause is more than hot flashes and mood changes. learn how this season may connect to blood pressure, cholesterol, sleep, blood sugar, weight, and overall hearth health.
Shantaquillete Carter-Williams
Why This Matters
Heart disease is one of the leading health concerns for women, yet many women do not connect cardiovascular risk with menopause. During this stage of life, the body may change in ways that place additional stress on the heart. Understanding these changes gives women the power to advocate for themselves and protect their long-term health.
Shantaquillete Carter-Williams
Why This Matters
Heart disease is one of the leading health concerns for women, yet many women do not connect cardiovascular risk with menopause. During this stage of life, the body may change in ways that place additional stress on the heart. Understanding these changes gives women the power to advocate for themselves and protect their long-term health.
Heart Health Check-In
The Menopause Heart Health Connection
During menopause, lower estrogen levels may affect how the body manages cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar, inflammation, and fat distribution. These changes can increase cardiovascular risk, especially for women with a family history of heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, chronic stress, autoimmune conditions, or a history of pregnancy-related complications. The goal is not fear. The goal is awareness, prevention, and better conversations with healthcare providers.
Heart Health Check-In
The Menopause and Heart Health Connection
During menopause, lower estrogen levels may affect how the body manages cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar, inflammation, and fat distribution. These changes can increase cardiovascular risk, especially for women with a family history of heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, chronic stress, autoimmune conditions, or a history of pregnancy-related complications. The goal is not fear. The goal is awareness, prevention, and better conversations with healthcare providers.
Shantaquilette Carter-Williams
Know Your Numbers
Blood Pressure
- High blood pressure can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.
Cholesterol
- LDL, HDL, and triglyceride levels help show cardiovascular risk.
Blood Sugar / A1C
- Blood sugar changes can affect heart and metabolic health.
Weight and Waist Measurement
- Changes in body composition can impact cardiovascular risk.
Family History
- A family history of heart disease can increase personal risk.
Shantaquilette Carter-Williams
Know Your Numbers
Blood Pressure
- High blood pressure can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.
Cholesterol
- LDL, HDL, and triglyceride levels help show cardiovascular risk.
Blood Sugar / A1C
- Blood sugar changes can affect heart and metabolic health.
Weight and Waist Measurement
- Changes in body composition can impact cardiovascular risk.
Family History
- A family history of heart disease can increase personal risk.