December 13, 2024
Dr Kirstey Holland
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Ladies, it’s time to embrace perimenopause, the exciting transitional period leading up to menopause, as an opportunity to prioritise your health!
With hormonal fluctuations and various symptoms affecting daily life, addressing these concerns early on can significantly impact your well-being and prevent chronic illnesses later in life.
I will explore the importance of treating perimenopausal symptoms through lifestyle modifications, botanical medicine, and supplements, based on recent research findings.
And remember, I’m here to support you in achieving your health goals!
Perimenopause doesn’t have to be a bumpy ride. By making simple lifestyle modifications, you can manage symptoms and improve overall well-being. Some fabulous changes include regular exercise, a balanced diet, stress management, and getting enough beauty sleep. These adjustments can help you gracefully navigate through perimenopause and minimize the risk of developing chronic diseases later in life (Gold & Colvin, 2007).
Nature is here to lend a helping hand! Botanical medicine offers a natural approach to address perimenopausal symptoms, particularly vasomotor symptoms like hot flushes and night sweats (Deecher & Dorries, 2007). Some popular botanical remedies include black cohosh, red clover, and soy isoflavones, which have been shown to alleviate symptoms by supporting hormonal balance.
Let’s not forget the power of nutritional supplements! In addition to lifestyle changes and botanical medicine, supplements can also play a significant role in managing perimenopausal symptoms. Essential nutrients like calcium, magnesium, and vitamin D can support bone health and reduce the risk of osteoporosis (Monteleone et al., 2018). Additionally, supplements such as omega-3 fatty acids, B vitamins, and antioxidants can support cardiovascular health, mood regulation, and overall well-being during perimenopause (Santoro et al., 2015).
Perimenopause is your chance to focus on your health and ensure a smoother, more fabulous transition into menopause and beyond.
By addressing perimenopausal symptoms through lifestyle modifications, botanical medicine, and supplements, you can improve your quality of life and prevent future health risks, including chronic illnesses. I am here to guide you in developing a personalized plan that addresses your individual needs and concerns during this transformative period.
Together, let’s make perimenopause a time of empowerment and self-care!
Research
Huang, K., Xu, B., & Hu, H. (2017). The menopause impacts the health of women: a long-term follow-up study. Climacteric, 20(3), 232-236.
Deecher, D. C., & Dorries, K. (2007). Understanding the pathophysiology of vasomotor symptoms (hot flushes and night sweats) that occur in perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause life stages. Archives of Women’s Mental Health, 10(6), 247-257.
Gold, E. B., & Colvin, A. (2007). The life cycle of mood disorders: Contribution of the menopause transition. The American Journal of Psychiatry, 164(12), 1770-1772.
Monteleone, P., Mascagni, G., Giannini, A., Genazzani, A. R., & Simoncini, T. (2018). Symptoms of menopause – global prevalence, physiology, and implications. Nature Reviews Endocrinology, 14(4), 199-215.
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