Prepare Well for Perimenopause and Menopause
Menopause is a natural life transition experience by all women on the planet. Today, more women have perimenopause and menopause than ever before. Still, “the change” is spoken of in whispers (if at all) and most women still approach this time around of life with fear, confusion and dread. You’re ready to “Embrace The modification!
There’s so much info on perimenopause and menopause available on internet sites and in books. Unfortunately, a lot of it is inaccurate, outdated and downright dangerous. When your health insurance and the quality of your life are at hand, how can you tell what advice to follow along with? First, decide between synthetic hormone replacement therapy along with a natural method of symptom relief. This can be a personal choice, hopefully made after plenty of research.
Empower yourself with knowledge. This isn’t your mother’s menopause! While this transition might be natural, the planet isn’t this type of natural place anymore as well as your endocrine system has already established to adapt accordingly. Chemicals and xenoestrogens within our products, foods and also the environment make this the first generation to experience the symptoms of extreme estrogen dominance. As a result, perimenopause (preceding actual menopause) can span as much as Fifteen years or more of your life. Are you currently prepared?
Perimenopause and menopause unfold in 2 distinctly different phases. Each phase has unique symptoms (with only a few common to both) and every takes a different approach. Many allopathic and alternative doctors don’t yet differentiate between your the signs of estrogen dominance and estrogen deficiency. The “one pill fits all” approach might help relieve symptoms temporarily, however it won’t address their cause or create healthy hormonal balance. A holistic approach, however, creates comprehensive wellness in body, mind and spirit.
Right now, we’re comfortable with the health risks related to HRT. The medications considered to bring symptom relief and protect us from hormone related health issues, were found to complete more harm than good. But, are you aware that the same could be true with natural remedies? The supplements, foods and herbs accustomed to relieve the symptoms of menopause, can actually make you feel worse and be dangerous during the long phase of perimenopause. If you’ve decided on a natural approach to relief of symptoms, please continue but be careful. One herb doesn’t fit all!
The “15 Steps to Embrace The Change” supplies a basic outline to assure you of the natural and safe midlife transition. Experience perimenopause and menopause like a positive time, rich with opportunities for enhanced health and happiness. Embrace The Change!
15 Steps to Embrace The modification!
1. Uncover the myths. Become aware.
Menopause isn’t a disease to be treated with medication! Understand what to expect, when to expect it and how to safely and effectively create balance and harmony for the months and years ahead.
2. Follow current, accurate information.
A great deal of information in books and on internet sites is inaccurate, outdated and downright dangerous. Follow advice with extreme care. There’s more to understand than you might think!
3. Recognize your symptoms as “normal”.
The Holistic Menopause Symptoms and Signs Checklist can help you identify your symptoms. This empowering step motivates positive action.
4. Identify estrogen dominance or estrogen deficiency.
Get this to distinction before choosing supplements, foods or herbs. Identify the the signs of both phases to adjust your protocol accordingly. This step is important for your safety!
5. Eliminate the chance of hormone related health conditions.
Undiagnosed health conditions are typical in midlife. Their symptoms mimic and intensify your “normal” symptoms and set you in danger of developing more serious conditions later.
6. Assure your safety. Check for contraindications.
Don’t miss this task if you have existing health conditions and/or use medications. Check for contraindications before adding supplements, herbs and foods. Never stop using medications without conferring with your doctor.
7. Select the right approach for your symptoms and life circumstances.
Pick the natural products that ensure the “biggest bang for your buck”. Make sure they’re absorbable and free from unnecessary preservatives, chemicals and fillers.
8. Make appropriate dietary changes.
Small dietary changes make a huge difference. That which you do and don’t eat has huge implications.
9. Establish proactive preventative health strategies.
Heart disease and osteoporosis would be the “silent symptoms” of menopause and post menopause. Begin preventative health strategies NOW. The quality of your life depends on it.
10. Initiate positive change. Choose “clean” products and foods.
Examine your individual maintenance systems and foods for chemicals. Eliminate all products containing endocrine disruptors. They tax your liver, aggravate your symptoms and cause disease.
11. Utilize effective stress management techniques.
Hormone fluctuations produce a sensitivity to stress. Stress aggravates every symptom. Reducing stress and managing rid of it will greatly ease your menopause transition. Now’s the time!
12. Prepare well.
In perimenopause, symptoms are constantly changing. What brought you relief one month might just not the following. Be prepared with alternatives and able to make frequent changes.
13. Go inward, rest and restore.
After many years of putting the requirements and desires of everyone and everything before your own, it’s time to look after YOU now. Time to rest hasn’t been more essential.
14. Listen to your symptoms.
Everything you have placed on the back burner will surface in midlife. Stored resentments, unhealed wounds, losses ~ they all demand your attention now. Learn how to pay attention to your symptoms. Anger, anxiety, depression, a lack of sexual desire ~ they all have a message for you personally.
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