Perimenopause

Peri-menopause is the 2-12 years before menopause, and is a time of great transition. It is often referred to as second puberty, due to fluctuating levels of hormones that result in a range of different symptoms.
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Menopause, on the other hand, is a life phase that occurs 1 year after a woman's last period. Unlike peri-menopause, this phase is generally a time of no symptoms.
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During peri-menopause, we see an initial increase in oestrogen (followed by fluctuating oestrogen levels) and a decline in progesterone, which can lead to many of the common peri-menopausal symptoms including heavy periods.
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To support the peri-menopausal transition:
〰️ increase intake of vitamin E rich foods - almonds, sunflower seeds, avocado
〰️ increase intake of magnesium rich foods - dark leafy greens, cacao, nuts & seeds
〰️ incorporate phytoestrogenic foods - 1 tbsp ground flaxseeds daily
〰️ increase intake of foods rich in B6 - spinach, bananas, walnuts, beef, salmon & chicken
〰️ support the nervous system through incorporating stress management practices, magnesium supplementation & adaptogenic herbs
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Some of my favourite supplements & herbs for peri-menopause are magnesium + taurine, passionflower, lemon balm & vitex!