Symptoms to Look Out For Most common symptoms that pop up around this time include hot flashes, night sweats, irregular periods, and mood swings. Other menopause symptoms include weight gain, insomnia, vaginal dryness, loss of skin elasticity, joint pain, low libido, difficulty concentrating, (…)
Macafem is allergen free Did you know that Macafem does not contain any common allergens? That’s right. This hormone-regulating supplement is free of lactose, gluten, soy, and yeast. It also does not contain preservatives; solvents; or artificial colors and flavors. Macafem’s main ingredient (…)
Why Is My Skin Dry and Itchy? Low estrogen levels from the cessation of ovarian production causes accelerated aging of the skin due to depletion in collagen levels and elasticity. Collagen content is believed to decrease by up to a third in the (…)
Exercise and Stretch Women suffering from muscle tension should choose exercises that do not put a strain on muscles, such as swimming, walking, or tai chi. The general recommendation is to get at least 30 minutes of daily exercise five times a week, (…)
In Tune with Your Hormones In general, women who are in tune with their hormones have enough energy and concentration to make it through the day, are able to keep a stable mood without feeling drained, etc. In essence, they feel at home (…)
The Drop in Hormone Production As aforementioned, when a woman enters perimenopause and transitions into postmenopause, ovarian hormone production steadily declines. However, reproductive hormones will continually be produced in other glands. These glands include the liver, adrenal glands, and adipose tissues, among others. (…)
Causes of weight gain Perimenopause initiates the beginning of irregular fluctuations of estrogen and other hormones. One of estrogen’s functions is to deposit fat around the hips rather than the waist. With inconsistent variations, there is a sudden redistribution of fat to the (…)
Colorful Fruits Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is one of the main constituents of red and orange fruits. Famously known for its role in supporting and boosting functions of the immune system, vitamin C also aids with collagen production, a protein that helps rejuvenate (…)
Modify Diet For starters, begin to adjust your diet by cutting down on caffeinated beverages, such as sodas and coffee. Also, increase your intake of protein, fiber, omega-3 fatty acids as well as fruits and vegetables in order to promote energy and alertness. (…)
Conscientious Self-Maintenance It is normal to shed around 100 – 150 strands daily, but having healthy locks begins with healthful habits to make sure you’re not further damaging your hair. For everyday care, gently dry wet hair by squeezing it with a towel; (…)
