OBGYN and author Dr. Jen Gunter explains what’s actually happening inside the body during menstruation and menopause, why so much of what we’ve been told is wrong, and why that information gap has been weaponized against half the population. This video The science, medicine, and mythology of menstruation and menopause is featured on Big Think. Source link
If you follow people on social media who talk about menopause, chances are you’ve seen discussions of creatine, which has long been popular among athletes and body builders. It is one of a slew of supplements advertised to address the disruptive symptoms and health risks that can come with the menopausal transition, from hot flashes to urinary tract infections. Creatine is a compound that the body produces naturally and stores mostly in muscles, which then use it to generate energy. Most people also consume creatine through meat and seafood. The main argument menopause influencers make for it is straightforward. Oestrogen levels decline during perimenopause, which generally leads to less muscle mass. Doctors routinely urge women to do strength training to combat that muscle loss, and supporters of creatine supplements say they could help increase the effectiveness of strength training and improve women’s health as they age. Some influencers also claim that creatine can improve memory and mood, two things many women struggle with during and after perimenopause. Creatine, specifically a form called creatine monohydrate, has …
I currently have three perimenopausal clients as a personal trainer and all are managing a frozen shoulder, among other symptoms. According to menopause expert Dr Louise Newson this is fairly common, and thought to be caused by inflamed tissue around the shoulder joint. “This tissue then gets tighter and shrinks,” says Newson, founder of the Balance menopause app and host of The Doctor Louise Newson Podcast. “It tends to first affect external rotation of your shoulder—when you turn your arm away from your body—and abduction of your shoulder, when you move it out to the side. You may like “If you have frozen shoulder, you’ll often experience pain—usually worse at night—and stiffness, which can restrict movement. “Many women find it difficult to reach for things, particularly overhead or to the side, like hanging clothes or fastening their seatbelt. Some people may find it difficult to get dressed or brush their hair. “The hormones estradiol, progesterone and testosterone work to reduce inflammation, support joint health and lubrication, and promote connective tissue integrity (keeping the body’s various …
Menopause is a time of transition, but let’s be honest – it can also feel like a rollercoaster. One minute you’re fine, the next you’re breaking out in a hot flash or struggling to remember where you left your keys. It’s a stage of life that can feel unpredictable and overwhelming, but according to naturopath Melanie Hartskeerl, there’s a simple way to bring a little balance back – tea. According to Melanie Hartskeerl, resident Naturopath at Wildsoul Wellness, tea cycling—an intuitive approach to herbal tea consumption—can help women navigate menopause with more ease and control. “Menopause is different for everyone, but the one thing all women have in common is that their body no longer follows a fixed hormonal cycle,” Melanie tells HELLO! “That means instead of working with a set rhythm, it’s about tuning into how you feel each day and using herbs to support your needs in the moment.” © Getty ImagesTea cycling could be the answer to managing menopause symptoms So how exactly does tea help? “Some of the most common symptoms I …
