Welcome to ‘real stories’ where Emmy is sharing her personal story of menopause. Only 40 when she realised she was experiencing perimenopause, Emmy calls her experience ‘the monster’. A wife and mother of three sons, Emmy is English-born and lives in Brisbane, Australia. Emmy’s personal story of menopause When did you first realise perimenopause had […]
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Are dizziness and nausea getting to you? We hear you! But before you jump to conclusions and wonder if there’s something seriously wrong with you, know that these can be common signs of menopause. Or – rather – perimenopause, the lead-up to the transition. And it’s due to the hormonal shifts that are going on
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A good stir fry can be a boon to busy midlife women who are grappling with perimenopause and post-menopause. Why? Because a stir fry can pack a nutrient-dense punch while being quick and easy. Plus it can cross off our phytoestrogen, protein, (healthy) fat and fibre (PPFF) guidelines for an anti-inflammatory, Mediterranean-style diet too. Moreover,
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So many women ask us “how is perimenopause diagnosed?” And “is there a [reliable] test for perimenopause?” Because after all, how are you supposed to know if you’re in perimenopause? Or if you’re even menopausal? And what about post-menopausal? While it’s a very good question, the answer is there is no reliable test for perimenopause.
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Shining a light on mood, cognition and brain fog. Every year WMD falls on October 18. It was established in 1984 alongside World Menopause Month by the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the International Menopause Society (IMS) to create awareness and highlight women’s post-reproductive health. Since those early days, the menopause conversation has gone through
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So many of you have asked us if breast cancer is more common during menopause. And the answer is yes, because one of the highest risk factors for a breast cancer diagnosis is growing older. “Most breast cancers occur in women over 50 years of age, so it’s important that you keep up to date
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Oooo you’re going to LOVE this colourful recipe. Indeed, we often suggest eating the rainbow as a menopause Rx (prescription) and counting your colours. Or packing in as much colour as you can into your diet with nutrient-dense fruit and veg. That’s a loose prescription or ‘Menopause Rx’ for eating in perimenopause and post-menopause. And
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This is an extra-special piece about exercise in menopause or, more specifically, interval training and menopause. We’ve garnered wisdom from Dr Stacy Sims books; Dr Sims describes herself as a forward-thinking international exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist. And there’s no doubt she knows her stuff! Further, she’s on a mission to teach athletic women and
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Menopause and your mental health How are you? But, how are you really? Did you know your mental health is something you need to pay attention to during the menopause transition? Indeed, some of the signs and symptoms can include anxiety, depression, feelings of isolation and suicide ideation. Further, panic attacks, feelings of doom and
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Heeeeelllloooo, what do you think of the term second spring to describe menopause? Isn’t this Chinese term for menopause beautiful – your second spring? Well, we think so anyway. Indeed, the Chinese look at our second spring differently. They view it as a time to work with nature to find the body’s natural balance through
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Mmm! This peri:menopause-friendly granola is crunchy and delicious and lends a special treat time to breaking your fast aka breakfast. Or, you could choose to have it as a snack treat. What makes it a waistline & peri:menopause-friendly granola? It’s a waistline and peri:menopause-friendly granola because it’s packed with goodness your midlife body responds well to.
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Recommended books? Yes, indeed. When you’re learning about peri- and post-menopause some of your BFF’s are books about menopause. The truth is, not so long ago, you would have been hard-pressed to find a good list of recommended books about menopause. Lucky for us, there’s plenty of choice. And they’re not stuffy, dry old tomes.
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We’ve heard it time and time again menopausal weight gain is your greatest frustration. Especially around the middle. And even if you’re ‘not there yet’, now’s the time to get sorted because prevention is always better than cure. What causes menopausal weight gain? The truth is, if you feel like you’ve put on weight or
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It’s time for a treat and we’ve partnered with Peachy Lip Co.! As a result, one lucky lady has the opportunity to win the complete range of cheek and lip tints and beauty tools. Yes, that’s right. The entire range! So, we’re delighted to introduce you to the lovely Niki Creasy (right), founder of Peachy
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If you’re looking for natural menopause relief to ease you through menopause there’s a lot on offer. From natural supplementation like Merry Peri® and Perky Post® through to the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda. As a matter of fact, it’s a good idea to begin prepping for menopause in your 30s because your younger years influence
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Let’s take a look at five things to look forward to in menopause. Or, rather post-menopause. Although it’s changing (finally), society kept us in the dark for decades. In fact, menopause awareness was banished to the corner of taboo-land for years. Stumbling into perimenopause As a result, many females found perimenopause crept up unannounced. What’s
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Brrrr…it must be time for a red lentil soup recipe packed with protein and warmth. Oh, and let’s not forget a smoky paprika garnish to make it sing! Are you feeling the chills? This cosy red lentil soup is perfect for cold weather and ticks off the PPFF boxes nicely. PPFF’s are our nutrient-dense, anti-inflammatory
Estrogen dominance. Have you heard of it? If you answered yes, it’s not surprising because estrogen dominance (ED) is a bit of a buzzword. And while buzzwords become familiar the reality is that sometimes we don’t grasp what they actually mean. Nevertheless, estrogen dominance can be particularly common in perimenopause. Simply put… To clarify, estrogen
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HRT Cake? HRT or menopause cake is something I’d never heard of until recently. But, it seems, back in the ‘90s, a woman called Linda Kearns created a cake to help women through menopause naturally. And the women of the UK swore by it -they still do! It was published in the all-powerful Daily Mail,
When we talk about the symptoms of early menopause we need to differentiate it from usual menopause. Why? Because they present a different set of circumstances. What is menopause? Menopause means final menstrual period and the average age for it to occur under usual circumstances is 51/52. During this time the ovaries stop producing eggs,
Yes, there’s a recognised biological process known as male menopause or andropause. Who knew, right? However, it should be noted that male menopause is controversial, and not all experts believe it exists. Indeed, the UK’s NHS describes the terms andropause or male menopause as misleading. And Family Doctor states there is “ongoing debate as to
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Do you love a good salad that’s hormone-friendly? Of course you do! Well, you’re in the right place. Our recipes follow PPFF guidelines for women in pre-, peri- and post-menopause. To clarify, this stands for Protein, Phytoestrogens, (Healthy) Fat and Fibre. In addition, they’re anti-inflammatory and guided by the Mediterranean Diet. Why do we follow
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This is the time when menstruation is well and truly over, the ovaries have stopped producing high levels of sex hormones and for many ladies, perimenopause symptoms subside.
Estrogen has protective qualities and the diminished levels mean organs such as your brain, heart and bones become more vulnerable. It’s also a key lubricant so your lips may become drier, your joints less supple and your vagina might be drier. In addition, your thyroid, digestion, insulin, cortisol and weight may alter.
At this juncture, a woman might experience an increase in the signs of reduced estrogen but she should have a decrease of perimenopause symptoms. That said, some women will experience symptoms like hot flushes for years or even the rest of their lives.
Peri = ‘near’
Most females begin to experience the symptoms of perimenopause in their mid-forties. Your progesterone levels decline from your mid-30s but it’s generally from around 40 that the rest of your sex hormones begin to follow suit.
Perimenopause is a different experience for every woman and some women may barely notice it. The first indicators are usually changes to the monthly cycle. This means that for some ladies, this can be accompanied by things like sore breasts, mood swings, weight gain around the belly, and fatigue as time goes on.
For those with symptoms it can be a challenging time physically, mentally and emotionally.
Importantly, perimenopause lasts – on average – four to 10 years. The transition is usually a gradual process and many women enter perimenopause without realising.
