Menopause: Not A Cause For Concern

What is Menopause?‍

When menstruation ceases. 6 to 12 months without a period is a tell-tale sign you have reached menopause. Other symptoms include hot flashes, vaginal dryness, or bladder infections. Most women reach menopause in their 50s.

Is menopause a disease?

No; it is a natural phenomenon.

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How can we manage menopause well?

Lifestyle

• Exercise daily
• Avoid smoking
• Use alternative ways to control symptoms before opting for hormone replacement therapy.
• Manage stress through yoga, deep breathing, and meditation.
• Wear clothes made from natural fibres, such as cotton, to prevent vaginal infections
• Avoid antihistamines, alcohol, caffeine, and diuretics, which can aggravate vaginal dryness

Diet

• Consume more plant-based foods, especially fennel, parsley, soy, whole grains, alfalfa, and apples, as they contain phytoestrogens, which can help during menopause.

• Reduce saturated fats intake
• Reduce meat consumption and increase the intake of fruits and vegetables for their antioxidants.
• Incorporate more nuts, seeds, and flax seed oil in your diet.