5
Foods That Help With Menopause
Menopause
is a stage in life that every woman fears. No one looks forward to menopause.
Not to mention the devastating effects on hormones, the damage it does to the
body goes far beyond a picnic. Symptoms range from hot flashes and headaches to
weight gain and severe mood swings.
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The
good news is that you can reduce some of these symptoms through diet. We have
put together a list of foods that you should include in your daily diet to help
you.
Soy
Soy
contains phytoestrogens, natural plant molecules that mimic and mimic the
effects of estrogen. Phytoestrogens help reduce hot flashes, protect against
heart disease, and lower the risk of osteoporosis.
Other
plant estrogen sources include seeds and nuts such as flaxseed, sesame,
sunflower seeds, chestnuts, almonds, green beans, rhubarb and celery.
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Sunflower
Seeds
Sunflower
Seeds Are One of the Richest Dietary Sources of Vitamin E may help alleviate.
Almonds,
pine nuts, green peppers, and unsalted peanuts are also sources of vitamin E.
Bell
Peppers
Bell
Peppers are high in vitamin C, which supports the immune system and blood
vessels and acts as a powerful antioxidant.
Vitamin
C has been shown to reduce certain symptoms of menopause, such as hot flashes,
and may also help maintain urinary tract elasticity and fight incontinence.
Other
foods rich in vitamin C include kale, broccoli, kiwis, oranges, clementines,
and strawberries.
Whole
Grains
Whole
grains such as brown rice, whole grain bread, granola, and granola contain B
vitamins. B vitamins are especially useful during menopause by supporting the
body under pressure and relieving pressure from the adrenal glands (stress
glands). It also helps women who suffer from symptoms such as anxiety, low
energy, and difficulty concentrating.
Salmon
Salmon
is a powerful source of Omega-3s and is widely considered to be an all-purpose
tonic for the body. Omega 3s not only help with dry skin, dull hair and cracked
nails, they also help with depression, forgetfulness, chest pain, joint pain
and weight problems.
After
menopause, your risk of heart disease may increase, so eat at least two
servings of fish per week, preferably fish with healthy fats such as salmon and
trout. Other foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids include walnuts and flaxseeds.
Things
to Avoid
Avoid
stimulants such as coffee, alcohol, and spicy foods, especially in the evening,
and avoid eating foods that can cause hot flashes or night sweats.
To
combat fatigue, cut out sugary foods and opt for protein-rich snacks such as
boiled eggs and cherry tomatoes instead.
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