A woman’s risk for heart disease increases dramatically during her menopause. As oestrogen levels drop women may experience some changes in blood pressure, heart rate, and more.
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Weight gain can occur during menopause for multiple reasons. Low oestrogen levels slow the metabolism and effect the way the body stores fat.
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Many women experience dry, itchy, or irritated eyes during menopause. This can be accompanied by eye fatigue, light sensitivity, excessive tearing and inflammation of the eyelid or cornea.
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There are many possible reasons for hair loss in women including stress, various inflammatory scalp conditions, and genetics.
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Many people experience joint pain as part of natural aging, however, aches, stiffness and swelling around the joints are also common symptoms of menopausal joint pain.
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Advice on how to deal with cognitive issues arising from menopause.
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Researchers have found that the decline in hormones experienced during menopause can reduce cognitive function and may play a role in the development of Alzheimer’s in women.
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Many women experience feelings of anxiety and depression during menopause. Mood swings are particularly common during this time.
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Data from surveys conducted in both Britain and the US show that up to 80% of women try nonhormonal therapies for hot flushes however most are confused about the use of natural alternatives or about which products to use.
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Dietician and holistic medicine practitioner, Keri Gans, offers tips for dealing with the most common side-effects of the menopause: weight gain, bone density loss, hot flashes and night sweats, and mood swings.
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