Insights by Dr. Al Morales, MD – Forbes México
For decades, menopause was minimized – treated as an inevitable, uncomfortable phase rather than a critical inflection point in a woman’s long-term health. That narrative is no longer scientifically or culturally sustainable. In this article about Menopause treatments, Dr. Alfonso Morales reviews his December 2025 Forbes Magazine article on Menopause and Hormones. Here is a quick table of what’s to come:
∎ Understanding Menopause and Hormones
∎ Why Menopause Requires Medical Attention
∎ Hormone Replacement Therapy for Menopause
∎ Menopause HRT Safety and Scientific Evidence
∎ Menopause Treatments at Viva Vitality MN
∎ Featured Insight: Dr. Morales in Forbes México
▶︎ Watch: Menopause and Hormone Therapy Explained
Menopause Symptoms and Menopause Treatments at Viva Vitality MN
Menopause is no longer viewed as a short-term life event to simply endure. Advances in medical research now recognize menopause as a critical transition that significantly influences long-term health, vitality, and longevity. At Viva Vitality MN clinics in St. Paul and Lakeville, menopause care is approached through evidence-based medicine, personalized hormone evaluation, and preventive strategies designed to optimize health well beyond midlife.
Under the clinical leadership of Dr. Alfonso Morales, MD, Viva Vitality MN provides advanced menopause treatments that address symptoms, restore hormonal balance, and reduce future health risks associated with hormonal decline.
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Understanding Menopause and Hormones
Menopause occurs when ovarian hormone production declines, particularly estrogen and progesterone. These hormones regulate far more than reproductive function. They play essential roles in bone density, cardiovascular health, metabolism, brain function, and emotional well-being.
When menopause and hormones are not addressed appropriately, women may experience both immediate symptoms and long-term health consequences. This is why menopause care has evolved into a specialized area of preventive medicine rather than symptom management alone.
Common Menopause Symptoms
Menopause symptoms vary in intensity and duration, but commonly include:
- Hot flashes and night sweats
- Sleep disturbances and fatigue
- Mood changes and anxiety
- Brain fog and memory issues
- Weight gain and metabolic slowdown
- Joint pain and muscle loss
- Vaginal dryness and reduced libido
While these symptoms are often normalized, they are signals of hormonal imbalance that can be medically evaluated and treated.
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Why Menopause Requires Medical Attention
Untreated menopause is associated with increased risk of osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, insulin resistance, and cognitive decline. Research shows that early, individualized menopause treatments can significantly reduce these risks.
Modern menopause care focuses on maintaining health span, not simply treating discomfort. Addressing menopause symptoms early allows women to remain active, productive, and resilient as they age. Click to Discover HRT for Women>
Hormone Replacement Therapy for Menopause
Hormone replacement therapy for menopause involves restoring estrogen, and when appropriate progesterone, to physiologic levels based on individual testing. When prescribed correctly, menopause HRT can:
- Reduce vasomotor symptoms such as hot flashes
- Improve sleep quality and mood stability
- Protect bone density
- Support cardiovascular and metabolic health
- Enhance cognitive clarity and quality of life
At Viva Vitality MN, hormone replacement therapy for menopause is never one-size-fits-all. Treatment plans are customized based on lab testing, medical history, symptom profile, and long-term health goals.
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Menopause HRT Safety and Scientific Evidence
For many years, hormone therapy carried unnecessary stigma due to outdated interpretations of early studies. More recent data, including reanalysis of the Women’s Health Initiative, has clarified that menopause HRT is safe and beneficial for many women when started:
- Before age 60
- Or within 10 years of menopause onset
Current evidence shows that hormone replacement therapy for menopause can be protective rather than harmful when properly prescribed and monitored. This shift has influenced updated clinical guidelines and regulatory decisions in the United States.
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Menopause Treatments at Viva Vitality MN
Viva Vitality MN offers comprehensive menopause treatments designed to support both short-term symptom relief and long-term wellness. Services include:
- Comprehensive hormone and metabolic testing
- Personalized menopause HRT protocols
- Ongoing monitoring and dose optimization
- Lifestyle and nutritional support
- Preventive cardiovascular and bone health strategies
Patients at the Lakeville and St. Paul clinics benefit from a medical model that integrates longevity medicine with modern endocrinology. Click to Discover HRT for Women>
Featured Insight: Dr. Morales in Forbes México
Dr. Alfonso Morales, MD recently published an influential article in Forbes México titled:
“Menopausia, longevidad y una oportunidad de alto crecimiento para México”
In this article, Dr. Morales explains how menopause care has evolved from a misunderstood life stage into a central pillar of women’s longevity medicine. He highlights emerging scientific consensus around hormone replacement therapy, the economic and public health implications of untreated menopause, and the opportunity for healthcare systems to lead through evidence-based innovation.
Dr. Morales emphasizes that menopause should be treated as a preventive health opportunity rather than an inevitable decline.
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Watch: Menopause and Hormone Therapy Explained
To better understand how menopause and hormones impact long-term health, watch this short educational video featuring insights on hormone therapy and women’s vitality –
Choosing the Right Menopause Care in Minnesota
Selecting a menopause treatment clinic is an important decision. Look for providers who:
- Base treatment on current medical evidence
- Offer individualized hormone testing
- Monitor therapy regularly
- Focus on long-term health, not quick fixes
Viva Vitality MN stands apart by combining clinical expertise with a longevity-focused approach to menopause HRT, serving women throughout the Twin Cities metro area. Viva Vitality MN offers modern, evidence-based solutions designed to help women thrive through menopause and beyond.
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About the Author
Dr. Alfonso Morales is a physician specializing in longevity medicine, hormone optimization, and advanced menopause care. His clinical focus centers on helping women navigate menopause with evidence-based treatments that support metabolic health, cognitive function, and long-term vitality. Dr. Morales serves patients at Viva Vitality MN clinics in St. Paul and Lakeville and contributes internationally to medical thought leadership on women’s health and aging.
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