I'm 48 years old and began perimenopause about 4 years ago with very heavy periods and a few hot flashes. This year I have had only one period (six months ago) and I've had alot of night sweats and daytime hot flashes. I don't find myself wanting to eliminate the symptoms of menopause, though. Rather, I've decided to try and go through menopause sans meds and see what it's like. So far, I don't find the night sweats and hot flashes to be that bothersome...I just dress in layers and fling the covers off when I get too hot at night. My libido is still very good and I haven't noticed any mood swings or other symptoms. (Although my metabolism has slowed some.) Maybe lifestyle makes a difference in menopausal symptoms? Even prior to menopause, I followed an organic, vegetarian diet (which includes alot of soy and almost no processed foods), I exercise regularly and maintain a healthy weight and make sure to incorporate activities that I love into my life. I don't drink alcohol, or smoke, or take caffiene in any form. I'm hoping to actually enjoy this time of my life.
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I'm 48 years old and began perimenopause about 4 years ago with very heavy periods and a few hot flashes. This year I have had only one period (six months ago) and I've had alot of night sweats and daytime hot flashes. I don't find myself wanting to eliminate the symptoms of menopause, though. Rather, I've decided to try and go through menopause sans meds and see what it's like. So far, I don't find the night sweats and hot flashes to be that bothersome...I just dress in layers and fling the covers off when I get too hot at night. My libido is still very good and I haven't noticed any mood swings or other symptoms. (Although my metabolism has slowed some.) Maybe lifestyle makes a difference in menopausal symptoms? Even prior to menopause, I followed an organic, vegetarian diet (which includes alot of soy and almost no processed foods), I exercise regularly and maintain a healthy weight and make sure to incorporate activities that I love into my life. I don't drink alcohol, or smoke, or take caffiene in any form. I'm hoping to actually enjoy this time of my life.
October 20, 2009 - 4:53pmThis Comment
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