Dan Wagener

Around 60 percent of women report brain fog during the menopause transition—a frustrating symptom marked by memory lapses, trouble focusing, and a general sense of mental fogginess. The most likely culprit? Estrogen decline. This hormone isn’t just about reproduction—it plays a critical role in brain function. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT, also called menopause hormone therapy or MHT) may improve brain health, including brain fog.

Key takeaways: Though the names are different, generic and brand-name drugs work the same. According to the FDA, generic drugs are just as effective as their branded counterparts. Generic name drugs typically cost about 80% to 85% less than branded drugs. millionsjoker/iStock via Getty Images You visit your doctor, and they write you a prescription for a brand-name medication. You take the prescription to the pharmacist, and they tell you there’s a generic version of the drug available.