These lifestyle changes are making WLB community members feel better.
I have noticed with increasing my exercise program from just walking daily to adding in 2 cardio classes and 1 strength training class that my circulation is better, my headaches are less, my energy and sleep have improved. I eat a balanced diet and try to drink plenty of water. I haven’t lost weight but have noticed I have not had any increase in weight. I also have tried to learn all I can about perimenopause/menopause and it eases my anxiety about the changes my body is going through.
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I omitted most meat from my diet. Doing chicken about once every 3 months and seafood a few times a wk (more veggies and fruit) – I don’t feel as miserable after eating and my mind seems to be clearer. Flaxseed and diluted peppermint essential oil for hot flashes. I drink a big pitcher full of water a day. Probiotics seemed to help with the inflammation and SEVERE cramps I suffered. Thinking of things to be thankful for. Walking, getting sun, doing something I enjoy. Keeping a routine for sleep…no tv or cell phone for about 1 1/2 before bed, slightly warm bath, chamomile tea. Muscle relaxing, grounding exercises for anxiety.
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I have switched to a vegetarian lifestyle but still eat eggs, fish, and shrimp. I meditate and do yoga 3 times per week and I have no symptoms of menopause. I stopped all eating before 8 pm (no easy feat!) and try to be in bed by 9:30-10 pm (even if I am not sleeping). I now take walks after dinner (sometimes 20min, 30min or 50min) and this helps.
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