Kick Start Health Newsletter 25th September 2019.  

MENOPAUSE Part 1

We have been discussing the symptoms and effects of the menopause on health and quality of life over the last few weeks in my Women’s group, and it is incredible how many women are struggling and really suffering.

Many women don’t want to take HRT due to the risk factors we read about, but I strongly urge anyone who is suffering to go and see an NHS GP or a GP in the practice who is educated in the current research on the Menopause.  

There is a lot of new information and drugs like HRT are evolving. HRT can be a lifesaver for so many, so please don’t rule it out because you want to tackle this with “natural” remedies.

Lifestyle factors – improving your nutrition, cutting back or cutting out booze, limiting sugar and strength training can dramatically improve symptoms by up to 40%.

I have recorded a simple podcast on how to improve your sleep so if you are waking up in the night with hot sweats have a listen to my tips. CLICK HERE

I would love to hear from you about your experiences as I am collaborating with other health professionals to spread the latest evidence-based information.

Hopefully, this will educate and empower women to seek out the best treatment for them.

Menopause Part 1 Symptoms

There are many symptoms for the Menopause and every woman has a different combination of symptoms to varying degrees. These can include anxiety, night sweats, fatigueandjoint pain but for some, it may be trouble sleeping, hot flushes, headaches, tender breasts, mood swings, weight gain, dry skin or difficulty concentrating for others.

COMMON SYMPTOMS
1. Hot Flushes
2. Night Sweats
3. Loss of Libido
4. Vaginal Dryness
5. Irregular Periods

MENTAL SYMPTOMS
6. Anxiety
7. Irritability
8. Panic Disorders
9. Difficulty Concentrating
10. Mood Swings
11. Foggy Brain
12. Depression

PHYSICAL CHANGES
13. Fatigue
14. Hair Loss
15. Sleep Problems
16. Dizziness
17. Weight Gain
18. Bloating
19. Allergies
20. Brittle Nails
21. Osteoporosis
22. Irregular Heartbeat
23. Changes in Body Odour
24. Bladder Problems

PAINS
25. Breast Pain
26. Headaches
27. Joint Pain
28. Burning Mouth
29. Electric Shock
30. Nausea and Digestive Problems
31. Dental Problems
32. Muscle Tension
33. Dry and Itchy Skin
34. Tingling Extremities

I hope this newsletter helps and we will explore ways to support and help during this life phase.

Best Wishes

Rachel

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