Perimenopause May Be Critical Window for Heart Protection…

Perimenopause May Be Critical Window for Heart Protection New Study Reveals Unique Opportunity to Lower Cardiovascular Risk Perimenopause, the transition before menopause, may present a unique "window of opportunity" to lower long-term cardiovascular risk, according to new research published May 17, 2026. During perimenopause, hormone fluctuations cause rapid changes in metabolism, cholesterol levels, and blood vessel function. These changes increase heart disease risk. But researchers found that interventions during this window, lifestyle changes, cholesterol management, b