What you can do… in no specific order

Seek professional help. Don’t let months or years go by when you could be supported

Be diligent with your healthcare providers – some aren’t equipped to help you, seek out someone who specializes in menopause

Educate yourself early (like 30’s early)

Utilize benefits thru your employer (reasonable accommodation)

Manage Stress where possible. That means putting yourself first (body and mind)

Practice Mindfulness/Yoga/Meditation

Eat a balanced diet

Stay hydrated (avoiding alcohol and caffeine)

Stay away from processed food and sugar

Consider supplements

Consider foods with phytoestrogens (can contribute to estrogen levels)

• Isoflavens – Soy, tofu and edamame
• Broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, alfalpha sprouts
• Nuts – Almonds, cashews, flaxseed
• Fruits – Apples, grapes, peaches, strawberries, blackberries, cranberries and pomegranates
• Dried fruits, raisins, prunes, apricots
• Garlic and sesame seedsGet more sleep

Exercise (you knew that was coming)

Temperature cooling bedding (or at least cotton bedding)

Battery Operated FAN… a life saver

We’ve covered this, but it deserves repeating…take time for yourself