I'm 43, perimenopausal & skeptical—until brain fog & 3am waking changed my mind. My honest, tested supplement guide for hormonal balance & mental health.

43-year-old entrepreneur Cathy shares what actually worked for her perimenopause symptoms — brain fog, 3am waking, weight gain, and mood swings. Real supplements, real protocol, cited research. Updated March 2026 with new additions: lion's mane, estrobolome research, and ashwagandha cycling notes. No fluff. Just what helped.