3. Exercise
Some women may find it harder to engage in physical activity because of the discomfort from aches or hot flushes.
“We all know that exercise can contribute both directly and indirectly to weight loss and health,” Tamara said.
“But exercise doesn’t need to be done for long periods to be effective.”
For example, doing squats while waiting for the kettle to boil or push-ups while food is heating in the microwave can be a great way to add in an extra workout throughout the day.
Exercise is also an excellent stress-reliever, and Tamara reassured that if women are finding it more difficult to exercise than before they began the menopause, they may experience increased stress levels.
4. Stress relief
If a woman finds they can’t exercise due to a hectic work schedule or their symptoms make it unbearable to do so, Tamara laid to a few methods to relieve stress a different way.
“Stress is something we often don’t think about when we’re trying to make healthy changes, but it can be one of the most impactful factors,” she said.
Consider these techniques for managing our stress levels:
Meditation or deep breathing
Gentle exercise, like walking or yoga
Journaling daily gratitudes
Joining a programme