The Perimenopause Solution: Take control of your hormones before they take control of you

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These books are crucial for filling the knowledge gap on the medical options available. Every perimenopausal woman age 45-plus is entitled to receive hormone replacement therapy (HRT) from her GP without needing a blood test. Sadly, many women still report being misdiagnosed, especially if they're still having periods, and are often sent home with antidepressants instead. A yearlong weight management program for postmenopausal women found that skipping meals was associated with 4.3% less weight loss ( 22). Summary

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Have two to three portions of calcium-rich foods in your daily diet, such as cheese and yoghurt. Calcium helps support your bones. Suss H, et al. Psychological resilience during the perimenopause. Maturitas. 2020; doi:10.1016/j.maturitas.2019.10.015. One study of 17,473 postmenopausal women found that those who lost at least 10 pounds (4.5 kg) of weight or 10% of their body weight over a year were more likely to eliminate hot flashes and night sweats ( 5). To help you get a handle on menopause, here are 11 things you should know about this transitional stage of life. READ MORE Stay cool with breathable clothing and bedding to help reduce or stop hot flashes. Stress and certain foods, such as spicy foods, caffeine, and alcohol, can also trigger hot flashes.

The high intake of phytoestrogens in Asian countries such as Japan is thought to be the reason why menopausal people in these places rarely experience hot flashes. Hormone therapy. Systemic estrogen therapy — which comes in pill, skin patch, spray, gel or cream form — remains the most effective treatment option for relieving perimenopausal and menopausal hot flashes and night sweats. Depending on your personal and family medical history, your doctor may recommend estrogen in the lowest dose needed to provide symptom relief for you. If you still have your uterus, you'll need progestin in addition to estrogen. Systemic estrogen can help prevent bone loss. Natural remedies, such as eating a balanced diet with plenty of protein and staying hydrated, can help reduce menopause symptoms — and they are good practices for your overall health. In fact, one study found that diets high in refined carbs may increase the risk of depression in postmenopausal women ( 21).

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Phytoestrogens are naturally occurring plant compounds that can mimic the effects of estrogen in the body. Other supplements. More research is needed on the effectiveness of other commonly used supplements such as probiotics, prebiotics, cranberry extract, kava, DHEA-S, dong quai, and evening primrose oil to help alleviate menopause symptoms such as hot flashes and night sweats ( 30, 31). One study found that diets high in soy were associated with reduced cholesterol levels, blood pressure, and reduced severity of hot flashes and night sweats among women participants who were starting to enter menopause ( 16). American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Practice Bulletin No. 141: Management of menopausal symptoms. Obstetrics and Gynecology. 2014; doi:10.1097/01.AOG.0000441353.20693.78. Reaffirmed 2018.This is important, since heart disease risk tends to increase after menopause. This could be due to factors such as age, weight gain, or possibly reduced estrogen levels. Midlife brings with it experience, wisdom and understanding. But for all the upsides, turning forty can also bring about hormone changes, mood swings and wellbeing issues. I know, I’ve been there. Gaining excess body fat, especially around the waist, increases the risk of developing diseases such as heart disease and diabetes. There is currently not enough evidence to confirm whether exercise is effective for treating hot flashes and night sweats ( 8, 9).

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Pregnancy is still possible if you’re experiencing the perimenopause. However, it’s much less likely because you’re not ovulating as frequently.

Raglan GB, et al. Depression during perimenopause: The role of the obstetrician-gynecologist. Archives of Women's Mental Health. 2020; doi:10.1007/s00737-019-0950-6. Delamater, Lara, and Nanette Santoro. "Management of the Perimenopause." Clinical obstetrics and gynecology 61.3 (2018): 419. doi: 10.1097/GRF.0000000000000389