Menopause, tips for a healthier transition

During the menopausal transition, women may experience distressing symptoms such as hot flashes or sleep problems. The risk of heart disease and osteoporosis also increases during this time.

AgroWeb.org in this article suggests you follow the following tips, for further symptom relief and a healthier life during this phase.

Being healthy and taking care of troubling symptoms can help ease this transition phase.

It is also important to manage the increased risk of heart disease and osteoporosis.

How to be more careful?

If you are a smoker, consider quitting.

Follow a healthy diet, low in fat, high in fiber, with lots of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.

Make sure you get enough calcium and vitamin D.

Do non-weight-bearing exercises, such as stair climbing or jumping, at least 3 days a week to maintain bone health.

Try to be physically active in other ways to maintain and improve your overall health.

And above all, don't forget that menopause is not a disease that needs to be treated!

Menopause is a physiological condition and as such does not require treatment.

The medications given are intended only to relieve signs and symptoms to prevent or treat chronic conditions that occur as women age.

Consult your doctor for further advice if your symptoms are concerning./AgroWeb.org