The menopause is a natural stage of life. It is not an illness or disease, however the effects or symptoms of our hormonal, physical and emotional changes can have a significant effect on our lives - not always positive!
There is a huge range of potential unwanted side effects, including the following.
There is a huge range of potential unwanted side effects, including the following.
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Physical*:
Hot flushes Night sweats Fatigue/Energy fluctuations Difficulty sleeping/disturbed sleep Weight gain/body shape changes Vaginal dryness Loss of libido hair thinning/loss Skin problems Joint pains |
Emotional & mental symptoms*:
Mood swings Depression Anxiety/panic attacks Low confidence Irritability Memory lapses/brain fog Difficulty concentrating Feelings of loss of sself Changes in relationships Concerns for the future |
All these symptoms are common in women aged from mid 30's to 60's. For example, 70-80% of midlife women experience hot flushes. and approximately 20% seek additional help or support to help manage them. So if you are struggling with any of these concerns, you are not alone! And rest assured you are normal*.
But that does not mean you have to just accept them. Obviously one option is to take drugs, usually in the form of HRT. However many women prefer not to go down that route, or even whilst taking HRT, are still looking for other ways to support their bodies and reduce unwanted symptoms.
I believe that lifestyle has a huge impact on our symptoms - both in terms of causing unwanted symptoms, but also as a tool to managing and reducing symptoms. What I can offer you is information about what lifestyle changes might be able to help you, and then I provide support to help you make these changes, as I know how hard it is to bust long-standing habits and learn to live life in a different way. I know because I have done it!
But that does not mean you have to just accept them. Obviously one option is to take drugs, usually in the form of HRT. However many women prefer not to go down that route, or even whilst taking HRT, are still looking for other ways to support their bodies and reduce unwanted symptoms.
I believe that lifestyle has a huge impact on our symptoms - both in terms of causing unwanted symptoms, but also as a tool to managing and reducing symptoms. What I can offer you is information about what lifestyle changes might be able to help you, and then I provide support to help you make these changes, as I know how hard it is to bust long-standing habits and learn to live life in a different way. I know because I have done it!
*Please note that if you are concerned about any aspect of your health, you should consult your healthcare professional. Some of the symptoms can be caused by other illnesses or conditions, and you should not assume they are always menopause-related.
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