Midlife is often considered a period of increased risk for depression in women. Some women report mood swings, irritability, tearfulness, anxiety, and feelings of despair in the years leading up to menopause. But the reason for these emotional problems isn’t always clear. Research shows that menopausal symptoms such as sleep problems, hot flashes, night sweats, [...]
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Eating Right and Physical Activity
You will feel your best by having a healthy lifestyle. Healthy food choices and regular physical activity will help you to maintain a healthy weight and lower your risk of some diseases and conditions. Regular physical activity also might improve your mood and help you to sleep better. For older adults, activity can improve mental [...]
Natural Treatments/Alternative Therapies for Menopause
You may want to consider alternatives to menopausal hormone therapy to ease menopausal symptoms. Some women decide to take herbal, natural, or plant-based products to help their symptoms. But there is not enough evidence to know if treatments like these are helpful. Tell your doctor if you are taking any of these treatments. They may [...]
MHT can help with menopause
MHT can help with menopause by: Reducing hot flashes Treating vaginal dryness Slowing bone loss Easing mood swings and mild depressive symptoms—MHT alone is not effective in treating depression Improving sleep For some women, MHT may increase their chance of getting: Blood clots Heart attacks Strokes Breast cancer Gall bladder disease Who should NOT use [...]