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Menstruation symptoms, like bloating, cramps, and mood swings, can be unpleasant to experience. Menopause occurs when menstruation stops, which can also strain a woman\u2019s body and mind. In India, the average age for menopause is 47.5 years<\/b><\/a>. With the right strategies and help, you can effectively manage menopause and its symptoms.<\/p>\n

Understanding menopause<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Menopause is when periods stop in your 40s or 50s. It is diagnosed after 12 months without a menstrual period, vaginal bleeding or spotting. It is a natural part of aging and marks the end of your reproductive years.<\/p>\n

The menopausal transition<\/h3>\n

Perimenopause, or the menopause transition, can start eight to ten years before menopause when the ovaries gradually produce less estrogen. You can be perimenopausal for several months or years. Many begin feeling symptoms like irregular periods, hot flashes and mood swings in perimenopause.<\/p>\n

Common menopausal symptoms<\/strong><\/h2>\n

You may be menopausal if you experience some or all of the following symptoms:<\/p>\n

Hot flashes and night sweats<\/h3>\n

Hot flashes are sudden, warm sensations that spread over the body. They feel like a sudden flare-up of heat, paired with sweating and flushed skin. On the other hand, cold flashes or night sweats are drenching sweats that soak through your clothes and bedding and disturb your sleep. Both hot flashes and night sweats often accompany menopause.<\/p>\n

Vaginal dryness and discomfort<\/h3>\n

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Typically, your vaginal lining is lubricated with fluid that helps keep it thick and elastic. Vaginal dryness affects one’s quality of life negatively. It causes pain during sitting, exercising, peeing and sexual intercourse when the tissues in your vagina are dry, thin and not well-moisturized. This leads to discomfort, especially during sex. It is most common during or after menopause when estrogen levels decline.<\/p>\n

Mood swings and emotional changes<\/h3>\n

You may also experience emotional changes like irritability, mood swings<\/strong><\/a> or depression accompanying menopause. You may have a persistent sadness and lack of interest in things and activities you once enjoyed. You may also face difficulty thinking, remembering, eating, and sleeping.<\/p>\n

Lifestyle strategies for managing menopause<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Adopt the following lifestyle strategies for effective menopause management.<\/p>\n

Diet and nutrition<\/h3>\n

It is vital to get a wide variety of essential nutrients from food. Eating a balanced diet<\/strong><\/a> can boost one’s overall well-being. Research suggests<\/b><\/a> that omega-3 fatty acids help improve night sweats.<\/p>\n

Calcium and Vitamin D for bone health<\/h4>\n

Women are significantly more prone to develop osteoporosis (a bone disease that develops when bone mineral density and mass reduce or when the bone quality or structure changes) during menopause because of the sharp decline in estrogen levels. Calcium, vitamin D, and magnesium help reduce the risk and improve bone health<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Plant-based estrogens<\/h4>\n

Soy may help reduce the hot flashes and night sweats that many women experience during menopause. Flaxseeds contain potent phytoestrogens called lignans, which scientists believe<\/b><\/a> are responsible for improving menopausal symptoms.<\/p>\n

Hydration and limiting alcohol<\/h4>\n

Drink a glass of cold water or fruit juice at the beginning of a hot flash to relieve symptoms. Also, avoid drinking alcohol, which can affect menopause symptoms negatively.<\/p>\n

Exercise<\/h3>\n

Exercise helps strengthen your body, boosts overall well-being, and manages weight. It can be difficult if you are dealing with hot flashes, but it can help relieve several other symptoms of menopause. Any physical activity, even gardening or swimming laps in a pool, is good for you.<\/p>\n

Regular physical activity<\/h4>\n

Get at least two and a half hours of moderate exercise and two weekly strength training sessions. Include cardio exercises like brisk walking, running, swimming, cycling, playing tennis or skipping rope. Strength training increases strength by making muscles work against a weight or force. Different forms include using free weights, weight machines, resistance bands and your body weight.<\/p>\n

Benefits for mood, bone health, and weight management<\/h4>\n