Will you have your mother's menopause? | July, 2010

When most women think of menopause, they oftentimes recall the symptoms that their mothers complained about during their 40's, 50's and 60's - hot flashes, sleepless nights, turbulent mood swings, stubborn weight gain and bone-crushing fatigue. However, according to menopause expert Christiane Northrup, M.D., your mother's menopause isn't necessarily predictive of what you'll experience. Northrup says that although genetics play a role in the timing of menopause, other contributing factors are still at play and there are many ways for women to lessen the effects of menopause.

Dr. Northrup recommends that women exercise regularly to prevent menopause weight gain and bone loss - both of which can lead to health complications during and after menopause. Also, women should also monitor their diet. Dr. Northrup adds that certain foods can trigger menopause symptoms, warning that sugary foods that raise blood sugar typically worsen hot flashes. In addition to diet and exercise, stress reduction is also very important. Stress - especially during menopause - can make it difficult to get a good night's sleep. When we take some time to unwind, we give the body a chance to recuperate, so we can wake up feeling rested and refreshed.

Being that menopause is reliant upon a variety of factors, it's usually difficult to predict the start of menopause and the severity of symptoms. Fortunately, saliva and blood testing can help women gain a clearer picture of where their hormone levels are at. Women who think that they may be experiencing symptoms of perimenopause or menopause are urged to have their hormone levels tested to determine if an underlying hormonal imbalance is to blame.

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