Menopause, the point that marks the end of menstrual circle in women is diagnosed after 12months when a woman fails to experience her menstrual circles.
Menapausal period may case a number of health complications to women such as diabetes, heart diseases and obesity.
The following are some of the ways to reduce menopause.
Maintain good healthy weight
Body weight around the waist can increase risk of getting diabetes and heart diseases. So it is important to exercise regularly and maintain a good weight,.
Be active
Remain active through regular exercise to improve your metabolism and keep your joints and bones healthier and decrease stress.
Eat foods rich in phytoestrogens
Foods rich in Phytoestrogens include; beans, tempeh, flaxseeds, linseeds, sesame seeds, soybeans, soy products and tofu.
Eat calcium and Vitamin D rich foods
Due to hormonal changes during menopause, bones may become weaker over time. Therefore, calcium and vitamin D are important in remedying that. Enough vitamin D intake in menopausal women is also linked to a lower risk of hip fractures caused due to weaker bones.
Avoid trigger foods
At during the menopausal period you should be in a position to recognize some foods that causes you experience night sweat, mood swings and hot flashes. Some of these foods could be caffeine, alcohol, sugar and spicy foods.
Original article at Lifestyle
