PEAK TO PEAK - Disclosure: The menopause series is not advice from professionals. It is a collection of stories and ideas that have helped women manage their menopause symptoms naturally.
Hot flashes and night sweats are the hallmark symptoms of...
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PEAK TO PEAK - Disclosure: The menopause series is not advice from professionals. It is a collection of stories and ideas that have helped women manage their menopause symptoms naturally.
Hot flashes and night sweats are the hallmark symptoms of menopause, but those are a breeze compared to the more serious risks women face due to menopause. The deeper a woman is in her menopausal stage, the less estrogen she produces.
Producing less estrogen results in excess abdominal fat, high triglycerides, and “bad” cholesterol, known as metabolic syndrome. High blood pressure or high blood sugar is also common.
Unfortunately, arteries become more vulnerable to disease, and with heart disease being the leading cause of death for women in the U.S., menopausal women need to take extra care.
It’s nearly impossible to see or feel if you are suffering from cardiovascular issues. Aside from seeing a cardiologist, there are things professionals recommend women begin to incorporate into their daily routine to reduce the risk of heart disease:
Not smoking.
Staying physically active.
Eating a healthy diet.
Maintaining a healthy weight.
Getting enough sleep.
Keeping cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels under control.
Reducing stress, including lowering alcohol consumption.
Many women still believe they must spend hours every week at the gym to be physically active. Once a woman enters menopause, walking 20-30 minutes a few times a week is enough, especially if she’s eating a healthy diet.
Another habit to develop is eating heart-healthy food such as salmon and flaxseeds. Chia seeds are another excellent source of fatty acids.
What do these three foods have in common? Omega-3, which has been proven to help the normal function of all cells in your body.
Omega-3s are part of cell membranes, and they provide your body with healthy calories that are used for energy. They also support the health of your cardiovascular and endocrine systems.
If you’re not a fan of fish or seeds, taking a fish oil supplement rich in Omega-3 could be a good alternative. If you’re taking any medication, be sure to consult your doctor before adding supplements to your diet. Some interactions may occur.
Here’s a short list of Omega supplements women have used to help reduce menopausal symptoms and reduce the risk of heart disease:
Flaxseed Omegas 3, 6, 9
Evening Primrose oil
Fish Oil
Krill Oil
Algal Oil
Many women don’t stick to a healthy routine, only later to complain that they’re still feeling miserable. Two things you could constantly tell yourself are “I am worth it,” and “Nothing happens overnight.”
Patience is your biggest friend. It’s okay to fall off the wagon, so long as you get back on it.
https://www.health.harvard.edu/nutrition/omega-3-foods-incorporating-healthy-fats-into-your-diet.
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/17290-omega-3-fatty-acids.
