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I discovered more information on slowing the absorption of sugar in your blood to lessen mood swings so I thought I’d share it with you.

I don’t know about you but I can use all the info or insights I can get relative to mood swings to help with menopausal symptoms. So here goes, by combining high-quality carbohydrates with lean protein you may be able to slow the absorption of sugar in your blood which can result in reducing mood swings.

High fiber carbohydrates are those rich in soluble fiber such as oats, barley, and certain fruits and veggies.  Here is an example:  an egg white omelet with lots of veggies, grilled chicken and various peppers along with a whole grain bread or wrap, stir-fry with your favorite fish and lots of beautiful green broccoli.

So here’s to healthy eating, lowering our blood sugar and reducing those nagging mood swings.

To your excellent health!

Ameenah

I sure by now you have heard a lot about refined or concentrated sources of sugar working against your optimal health.  Well, if you are like me you want a bit of the “sweet” stuff every now and then.  

But I have to caution you to be careful of  your consumption of the refined carbohydrates like soda, candy, fruit juice, jam and syrups which have been known to cause major upward swirling of your blood sugar…which is definitely not hot flash help.

The rise in your blood sugar can cause you to feel on edge, irritable, stressed out and just plain tired.  Refined starches such as  white bread, crackers, bagels and white rice have the same effect on you.

What happens: 

Refined starches break down rather quickly in your digestive system to form blood sugar.  So bottom line,  to avoid the mood “blues” it is best to go with whole-grain versions of these foods. Whole grain foods, such as whole grain, product and unprocessed foods, are not digested as quickly and because of the higher fiber content keep your blood sugar consistent….not that can help with overall menopause symptoms and possible hot flash help.

To your excellent health!

Ameenah