Peri/Menopause

Peri/Menopause is not a disease it’s a natural part of life.

Menopause is the stopping of the monthly female menstrual cycle. Women who have not had a menstrual period for 6 months to a year are considered postmenopausal.

Menopause takes place when a woman is in her late forties or early fifties. Women who have gone through menopause are no longer fertile. Many hormonal changes occur during menopause therefore it’s increasingly important to supplement the diet with additional nutrients. Scientific research has shown this to be even more important as we get older and the body’s nutritional requirements increase. A good multivitamin and mineral formula such as VM-Prim for Women can go a long way to providing some of the essential nutrients needed for good health at this time of life. Designed to complement a healthy and varied diet. Solgars unique complex has been formulated to help address the specific needs and syptoms of women going through the menopausal transition and beyond.

Eat to beat the menopause

1, Oily fish and walnuts provide essential fatty acids so include these in your diet.

2, Eat plenty of green, leafy vegetables, nuts, seeds, and some dairy foods for bone building calcium.

3, Limit your intake of caffeinated drinks such as tea coffee, cola.

4, Drink plenty of water.

5, Eat eggs and oily fish which are a great source of vitamin D.

6, Limit your salt intake to reduce water retention and bloating.

7, Eat dark chocolate (yes really!) which contains antioxidants, magnesium, flavonoids and mood-elevating compounds.

8, Eat plenty of phytonutrients in the form of chickpeas, legumes, tofu, and other soya products.

9, Eat whole grains for magnesium and fibre.

10, Add nuts and seeds to your diet for a dose of heart-healthy vitamin E.