Master Your Menstrual Cycle: How to Decrease PMS Symptoms
Dec 19, 2023
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Learn about the importance of understanding menstrual cycles and cycle syncing for women's health. Get tips on increasing protein intake and building muscle, along with guidelines for lifting heavy weights. Discover the connection between hormones and mental health, and explore approaches to managing endometriosis symptoms. Understand premenopause and menopause, and the correlation between lean body mass and vasomotor symptoms.
Premenopause and menopause are distinct phases in a woman's life cycle, with premenopause referring to the time before menopause and menopause being the point when a woman has not had a period for 12 months.
Taking a holistic approach by prioritizing nutrition, exercise, and sleep is crucial in managing menopause symptoms and maintaining hormone balance.
Deep dives
Understanding Premenopause and Menopause
Premenopause and menopause are not the same. Premenopause refers to the time before menopause when a woman's menstrual cycles become irregular, while menopause is the point when a woman has not had a period for 12 months. It is important to embrace the natural process of aging and understand that menopause is a normal part of a woman's life cycle.
Addressing Menopause Symptoms
Managing stress and anxiety around aging and menopause can be achieved by seeking community support, leaning on the wisdom and experiences of older generations, and being aware that menopause is a shared experience. Lifestyle interventions such as maintaining a healthy diet, getting enough sleep, exercising, and reducing stress can help alleviate menopause symptoms. Additionally, supplements and medications may be recommended on a case-by-case basis to address specific symptoms.
Managing Premenopause Symptoms
Similar to managing menopause symptoms, taking a holistic approach is key. This includes maintaining a healthy lifestyle by prioritizing nutrition, exercise, and sleep. In some cases, supplements and interventions for reducing inflammation and supporting hormonal balance may be recommended. It is important to consult with a healthcare professional for personalized guidance and interventions.
Measuring Hormone Balance
Gathering data from various sources is crucial to understanding hormone balance. Tracking menstrual cycles and paying attention to corresponding signs and symptoms is an important indicator. Blood testing can provide insights into hormone levels at different points in the cycle, while advanced testing, such as hormone testing, can offer even more precision. Treatment protocols for hormone imbalances often involve a foundation of nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle interventions, with additional interventions tailored to individual needs.
Dr. Julie Foucher and Dr. Meghan Jones sit down to answer listener and patient submitted questions about women's health. They start by diving into the concept of learning to view a menstrual cycle as a vital sign, and the need for a deeper understanding from the start of childhood.
We dive into the concept of cycle syncing and provide practical tips and research around how to provide your body support in different stages of your cycle. We dive into simple ways to increase protein intake, how to start resistance training, the impacts of muscle on the endocrine system, and the ladies top 5 ways to ease PMS symptoms.
Next we chat about specific conditions like endometriosis and how to navigate the complexities and their recommended somatic techniques, detoxifying, and the foundation of healthy living.
The podcast wraps up by the evolution of hormones throughout the life span, touching on Peri, pre and menopause.
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