Dr Marion Gluck on the menopause signs to look out for, the symptoms that may be getting you down and simple lifestyle changes to help
Dr Marion Gluck founder of the Marion Gluck Clinic, advises on the menopause signs to look out for, the symptoms that may be getting you down and the simple lifestyle changes offering you a solution to what can be a challenging experience, both physically and emotionally.
Women begin to experience symptoms of the menopause transition, or perimenopause as early as the age of 35, although most don’t become aware of the transition until they reach their mid to late forties.During perimenopause, women may miss or skip an ovulation. Progesterone is produced by the ovary after ovulation and when ovulation is missed, levels of progesterone drop by about 70%.
One factor that can exacerbate symptoms is alcohol so keep alcoholic units to a minimum and opt for a mocktail or alcohol-free beer or wine. This change is perfectly normal and a healthy body will constantly adjust to change. However, in today’s environment, a number of factors can change the body’s ability to that adaptation, including environmental toxins, poor nutrition, a lack of essential minerals and the stress of juggling work and domestic life.Menopause is associated with the cessation of ovarian function and results in low levels of all the sex hormones, namely estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone.
Testosterone in small amounts is essential for all women. It improves energy and libido, boosts muscle mass and strength, helps motivation, concentration and memory and can even lift mood and improve wellbeing. The deficiencies and imbalances of the above hormones create each individual woman’s range of symptoms and the extent that they may feel menopause is affecting their lives.Similar to perimenopause, lifestyle changes can make a huge difference in symptoms during menopause. A healthy diet with lots of wholegrains, quality proteins, good fats and a wide range of fruit and vegetables will go a long way in helping to boost and balance hormones.
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