Menopause usually starts by the age of 45 to 55 in a woman when they gradually stop having menstruation. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Astha Dayal, director, obstetrics and gynecology, CK Birla Hospital Gurgaon, said, “This is a phase of gradual depletion of hormones estrogen and progesterone which causes a range of symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings, vaginal dryness, sleep disturbances, joint pains, weight gain, brain fog, etc.” Also read | Stop believing these menopause myths! Here’s what women's health experts want you to know For severe symptoms of menopause , medical treatment such as hormone replacement therapy is suggested to many patients.
However, the doctor said that it is better to manage the symptoms naturally with a healthy diet and lifestyle. 1. Have a balanced diet: A balanced diet plays a critical role in managing menopausal symptoms.
A healthy diet with lots of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, limiting saturated fats, oils, and sugars, and adding calcium-rich foods like milk and milk products, rajma, chana, non-veg, etc, helps improve menopausal health. 2. Have more phytoestrogens: Foods rich in phytoestrogens (plant-based estrogen-like compounds) may help alleviate hot flashes and other hormonal symptoms, like soybeans, flaxseeds, lentils, and chickpeas.
A study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism has shown that regular consumption of these foods may reduce the frequency and severity of hot flashes. Also r.
