Medical Disclaimer
Last updated: April 22, 2026
In short: The Menopause Planner is an education and research site. Our content is fact-checked against authoritative medical sources and cited, but we are not licensed healthcare providers. Nothing on this site is medical advice, and nothing on this site replaces a conversation with your own doctor.
1. Informational Purposes Only
All content published on The Menopause Planner — including articles, guides, symptom trackers, planners, newsletters, social posts, and any other material — is provided for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition.
You should not rely on information on this site as an alternative to medical advice from your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider. If you have any specific questions about any medical matter, you should consult your doctor.
2. Who We Are (and Aren't)
What we are: A research-focused editorial team. Everything we publish goes through a documented editorial process: review of peer-reviewed research, structured fact-checking against authoritative medical organizations (including the National Institutes of Health, Mayo Clinic, and major professional societies), and transparent citation of every claim that touches health or treatment.
What we are not: Licensed physicians, nurse practitioners, registered dietitians, pharmacists, or therapists. No article on this site has been reviewed or approved by a licensed clinician, and we do not claim otherwise. When we cite research or clinical guidelines, we link to the original source so you can read it yourself.
If clinical review matters to you for a specific decision, please rely on your own healthcare team — not us.
3. No Doctor-Patient Relationship
Reading The Menopause Planner does not create a doctor-patient, therapist-client, or any other kind of professional relationship between you and us. We cannot evaluate your specific symptoms, interpret your labs, review your medications, or tailor recommendations to your health history.
4. Menopause Is Individual
Perimenopause and menopause are highly individual. What works for one woman may not work — or may be unsafe — for another. Your age, personal health history, family history, current medications, other conditions, and preferences all affect what's appropriate for you.
Before starting, stopping, or changing any treatment — including hormone therapy, supplements, over-the-counter medications, herbal remedies, fasting or dietary protocols, or new exercise programs — please consult a qualified healthcare provider who knows you and your medical history.
5. Emergencies
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, do not use this website for guidance. Call emergency services or go to the nearest emergency department. In the United States, that is 911. If you are in crisis or having thoughts of self-harm, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or your local equivalent.
6. Affiliate Links and Product Mentions
Some articles mention products, supplements, apps, or services. We only include items we've personally researched and genuinely believe may be helpful to some readers. Some of these links are affiliate links, which means we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you — see our Privacy Policy and Terms for details. Affiliate relationships never determine what we recommend.
Product mentions are not medical endorsements. Always check with your doctor or pharmacist before adding a supplement to your routine, especially if you take prescription medications or have underlying conditions.
7. Research Can Change
Medical research evolves, and recommendations change as new evidence comes in. We update articles when the underlying research shifts and we date updates visibly. That said, there may be a gap between the latest research and the version of an article you're reading. For decisions that matter, please use this site as a starting point for conversations with your healthcare provider — not as the final word.
8. External Links
We link to external sites (research studies, government health agencies, professional societies, and others) to let you verify sources and read further. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or continued availability of those external sites, and linking to a site does not mean we endorse everything on it.
9. Contact
If you spot a factual error, have a concern about our content, or want to flag a citation that should be updated, please email us at hello@menopauseplanner.com. We read every message and we take factual accuracy seriously.