Sarah di Lorenzo: It is time to talk about this trend topic

I have the feeling that the menopause really has a moment, more than ever.

Women are now so much more open about their experiences that there are so many other articles and a recent increase in books.

I get so many e -mails from people who ask me to write a book about the menopause.

Think about how far women came. Talking about menopause and period was taboo. It was probably around the 1970s, there was a shift and discussions opened around 2010.

This change has formed with education, prominent, which share their trips, social media and changes at work.

I can definitely say that my influx of menopause and perimenopause has increased in the past 5 years.

What are my top facts that you need to know about the menopause?

It is difficult to narrow down, but I would like to say first that I try to encourage women to hug the menopause instead of fear the menopause because it is inevitable for all women.

I love cultures like Maori women who do not see menopause as a loss, but rather a transition to lead and wisdom. How good is it!

First, the menopause is officially when a woman had 12 months without time. The average age for this is 51.

Perimenopause, however, can start a few years before the menopause with fluctuations in the progesterone level and estrogen with irregular cycles.

During the menopause, some (not all) women experience vaginal drought, mood swings, irritability, insomnia, night sweats, hot flushes and in some cases fear. I also know women who have no symptoms at all, simply end menstruation, and that's it.

The most common symptoms are the hot flushes that affect around 75 percent of women.

These flushes stop for a few minutes and women report that they sweat and feel the rise of the rising of the flush.

As for night sweat, they disturb sleep and can mean that they change, sleep on towels and a desperate need for air conditioning.

The vaginal drought is a direct result of the reduced estrogen. Hormonal changes can also cause anxiety, depression and mood.

What women can eat and drink can affect their menopause.

Food should be avoided, there are sharp foods, alcohol, sugary processed foods and the restriction of caffeine intake. Change the nutrition in real full value food, a lot of water ensure that you train every day.

When I see that women make these changes in my clinic, their symptoms of menopause decrease significantly.

Women choose different therapies to help their journey, and one thing I know is that all women have a different experience. Some women benefit from HRT (hormone replacement therapy) and others can react well to change their diet and lifestyle. Others only need support for mental health.

Something that many women have to be aware of are the long -term health aspects such as a reduction in bone density, so a diet with high calcium and vitamin D is essential. I say to all of my menopause that in the fifties you should carry out a bone test test and not wait until you are 65 years old.

Estrogen helps protect the heart, and since menopause is related to the loss of estrogen, women have to live a healthy heart by maintaining a healthy weight, training every day and eating heart -healthy food.

One of the most stressful aspects of menopause for so many women is weight gain. In some people, the changes in hormones can lead to metabolism slower and to increase weight in the stomach. Daily movement, healthy and portion control are of crucial importance here.

Another thing that women have to understand is that HRT is not for everyone. While it is a game changer for some that replaces the estrogen that the body no longer produces and therefore reduces all symptoms of menopause, others do not have the same experience. Risks can include blood clots, stroke and in some cases an increased risk of breast cancer.

There are so many other options and some incredible supplements that you can get. I have achieved enormous clinical success with high -quality nutritional supplements.

One of the best advice I can give is to understand that menopause can be a real challenge, but it is manageable.

Find help, talk to your doctor, chat with your friends and ask for support if you need it. Remove so that you can make well -founded decisions to find ways to manage stress and moods and look for the right support you need.

My last thought is that the menopause is natural and the transition does not have to be as difficult as you think or are afraid. Knowing that all women have a different experience can stop women to compare themselves with others. Find what is right for you, be proactive and the transition will be much easier.