Les risques cardio-vasculaires
A la ménopause, le taux de « mauvais » cholestérol (LDL) a tendance à augmenter, tout comme les risques de maladies cardio-vasculaires. Pour se protéger face à ces dangers, l’alcool et le tabac sont à bannir impérativement.
Il faut également miser sur une alimentation saine et équilibrée, riche en fruits et légumes, qui apportent à l’organisme des fibres solubles, en isoflavones que l’on peut trouver dans le soja et en Omégas-3. L’activité physique, même modérée est aussi reconnue pour réduire les risques cardiaques.
Weight gain
A majority of women tend to gain a little weight during menopause. However, we must resist the temptation to go on a strict diet because during this period, the risk of deficiencies must absolutely be avoided. It is rather necessary to take care to have a healthier food by avoiding the prepared meals, to be with the listening of its body and its hunger and to move regularly. While boosting morale, activity will reduce caloric intake and therefore limit weight gain.
Hot flashes
50 to 80% of women are affected by hot flashes during menopause, which are sometimes accompanied by palpitations and night sweats. They are characterized by a sudden rise in body temperature. It is generally because of these hot flashes that women are tempted to resort to hormone therapy. It is advisable to always have a refreshing drink with you and learn to relax. Homeopathy also seems to give good results.
