Create Wellness During the Menopausal Transition
Many women begin their journey toward menopause long before they reach 50.
Some of the symptoms of perimenopause begin to manifest in the 40s. These symptoms can be warm flashes, menstrual irregularity, weight gain, hair loss, dry skin, decreased libido, increasing fatigue, increasingly disturbed sleep, increased body hair, increased premenstrual tension such as moodiness, breast tenderness and constipation. By addressing these symptoms early on, you can balance your body's endocrine system and prevent major health issues associated with menopause.
While it was once common to attempt to replace hormonal deficiencies with synthetic hormones, it is no longer the gold standard for menopausal treatment. There are alternatives that can be as effective without the increased risk of breast cancer, coronary heart disease, and stroke. Even with severe symptoms of menopause, many women have chosen to tolerate the symptoms rather than have hormonal replacement therapy (HRT). There are things you can do to improve these symptoms by examining and improving four aspects of your life: exercise, dietary intake, sleep patterns and stress level.
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