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ZOE Science & Nutrition

How to track your menopause symptoms | Dr. Sarah Berry and Tamsen Fadal

Dec 5, 2024
Dr. Sarah Berry, an expert in nutrition and menopause research, teams up with Emmy-winning journalist Tamsen Fadal, who reveals her shocking on-air realization of entering menopause. They explore over 50 menopause symptoms, from hot flashes to anxiety and sleep disturbances, while discussing societal stigma around these experiences. Dr. Berry introduces the innovative MennoScale tool to help women track their symptoms effectively. Plus, they share dietary tips, highlighting the Mediterranean diet's benefits for managing menopause better.
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Quick takeaways

  • Menopause encompasses over 50 symptoms beyond the typical hot flashes, including changes in nails, sensations, and taste, reflecting its complexity.
  • The hormonal fluctuations during menopause, particularly the decline in estrogen, lead to a wide array of psychological and physical symptoms over several years.

Deep dives

Understanding Menopause Symptoms

Menopause involves more than just the well-known symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats; over 50 symptoms can occur, such as tingling, brittle nails, and altered taste. Many women, like journalist Tamsin Fadal, are unprepared for these diverse symptoms, often attributing them to stress or fatigue. Tamsin's own realization of her menopause came unexpectedly during a live broadcast, demonstrating the abruptness and unpredictability of symptoms. This underscores a critical need for awareness and support, as numerous women share similar experiences of confusion and lack of information about menopause.

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