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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

One of the most frequent complaints I hear from menopausal women is that of erratic hot flashes.  Just the other day I stopped into my local coffee shop.  The female barista complained, as she served me, about the extremely warm temperature in the café. 

I responded, to her complaint, that the temperature felt comfortable to me.  She then leaned over the counter and whispered to me saying,  “I’m going through the menopause and having a hard time with hot flashes and frankly, I’m quite miserable.”  I felt her “pain” so to speak. Needless to say,  as soon as she got a break from serving customers I passed her information on my site which is totally dedicated to menopausal women and hot flash help…she thanked me for the information and indicated she would definitely visit my site with the hope of finding hot flash help.

Millions of women suffer with hot flashes both day and throughout the night while sleeping, with no hot flash help in sight.  

To make matters worse, hot flashes may be accompanied by palpitations, headaches or dizziness, which can be totally overwhelming.  An increase in omega-3 fatty acids may be what you need to help boost hormone production and get the hot flash help you need and deserve.

I’ve learned, as we go through menopause, our hormone levels begin to fall and this is the cause of many of the symptoms associated with menopause. Omega-3 fatty acids increase hormone levels and can help relieve your and my hot flashes, Now how is that for good news?

To your excellent health!

Ameenah

If you’ve experienced memory lapses  you are not alone… admittedly, I’ve experienced a few moments myself. For a lot of  women going through menopause, memory lapses can be a common menopausal symptom  and may become of concern.   For a woman who suffers from memory loss it can be quite troubling.  Some even begin to believe they are  experiencing an early onset of dementia or some other type of mental illness. 

The truth of the matter is memory lapses during menopause versus a memory loss can be quite common.  Searching for an item you just held in your hand, such as your glasses or keys can be all too common, for menopausal women. Also “losing” a thought or two during the course of a conversation may be associated with menopause too. Some  forgetfulness may be laughable to some women but others may become quite concerned about the occurrences.  The truth is memory lapses may affect both your personal and professional life.

Ok!   Now that you’ve learned that your memory lapses are  a “normal” menopausal symptom for some women…what Berry is suppose to help improve your memory you may be asking?
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Early Menopause?

For women in their thirties or forties menopause is the last word they want to hear and the last thing they want to think about. No one wants to admit that they’re at that stage of their life yet, even if it is just the “pre” menopause stage. It doesn’t ever feel like it should be happening yet, especially when most people still have babies or small children at that age. And yet, you can tell your body doesn’t feel 100% normal.

You’re not eating any differently but you started gaining wait, your breasts are sore, and your periods are becoming irregular. You’re skin is dry and your sex drive just isn’t what it used to be. You’re irritable, tired, and getting headaches. So what’s the deal, what is happening?

Pre-menopause is something that all women either know about or have at least heard about, but no one seems to have a name for it or be able to recognize it when it rears its ugly head. Millions of women are going through pre-menopause or have experienced some kind of symptoms, but don’t think there’s any possible way it’s menopause because they’re still in their early thirties.

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Some women will say that menopause is a natural experience and quite enjoyable. Most women will not agree. The symptoms of menopause can be confusing and difficult for both women and everyone around them. Diet and exercise can help women ease them into the next stage of their life and it really does make a difference.

Many women go through menopause without even knowing or understanding what is going on with their bodies. The number of eggs in women’s ovaries decreases and estrogen and progesterone levels waver and then decline. Periods will be irregular for a while (different with all women) and then stop altogether. Because of the drastic hormone changes, women’s bodies go through various side effects.

Menopause side effects aren’t your everyday headaches and cramps, but instead women could suffer some serious health effects. Weight is usually redistributed and will go straight to the stomach. This is why an exercise program is encouraged. There is also an increased risk of heart disease and osteoporosis. Consuming extra calcium can help prevent osteoporosis. Cholesterol levels also rise in many women.

Symptoms of menopause that most women can expect to experience, whether mild or severe, include hot flashes, insomnia, anxiety, fatigue, mood swings, frequent urination, vaginal dryness, and even depression in some cases. There are conventional medications that can be taken to boost your estrogen levels and help minimize symptoms. One of the best ways to enjoy a healthy, happy menopause lifestyle is by eating a nutritious and healthy diet.
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Menopause is brought on by low levels of estrogen and progesterone and can cause symptoms such as irregular periods, hot flashes, vaginal dryness, memory loss and difficulty concentrating, insomnia and fatigue, frequent urination, and mood swings.

Many women going through the change of life opt for menopause natural remedies for various reasons. Most women choose menopause natural remedies because they are worried about the adverse-side effects of conventional medicine.

Women who experience vaginal dryness often use estrogen creams or Vitamin E.

Vitamin E can be found abundantly in cucumbers, asparagus, mackerel, haddock, lamb, kale, liver, brown rice, safflower oil, sesame oil, almonds, and mangoes. Vitamin E is good in aiding vaginal dryness, but if you have rheumatic heart disease or a history of high blood pressure it should not be taken in excess.
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