Taking control over your health is easier than you might think. When it comes to women’s bodies, it can be hard to manage all the different phases of life. From menstruation and fertility, to menopause, it can be confusing and overwhelming to understand what is going on in your body. It’s even harder to manage the symptoms that go along with each because they are so similar. That’s why being proactive about women’s health and focusing on education and symptom management is so important. No matter what phase of life you are in, you get to take control.
This is especially true for women going through perimenopause. Did you know that women will live the majority of their lives in menopause? That is because the average life expectancy for women in the U.S. is over 80 years. Perimenoapuse can start for women in their 30s, 40s and 50s, it all just depends on their body. This is important to bring up because it shows that women can experience perimenopause and menopause symptoms for a long time, but there are ways to manage them, it just might take a little bit of work.
“Everyday, women are becoming more and more proactive regarding their health. They are seeking to properly grasp an understanding of their body and the transitions it undergoes. Managing perimenopause is entirely possible, it just requires a bit of effort on your end,” says Proov CEO Amy Beckley.
Women no longer have to suffer in silence with their perimenopause symptoms because they can take the reins on their health. There are so many different at-home methods of symptom management that will not break the bank. Most people assume that in order to feel better, they have to spend thousands of dollars on medicine or other procedures, but that’s not the case. Staying healthy and comfortable in your own body does not have to come with an expensive price tag.
For example, maintaining a healthy diet and prioritizing exercise are some of the best ways to help regulate your body. The main reasons you might be experiencing uncomfortable perimenopause symptoms such as hot flashes, irregular periods, mood changes, vaginal dryness and others is because your body is working through hormone imbalances. More holistic methods of symptom management can help get your body back on track.
“Regaining control over your body and wellbeing can feel incredibly overwhelming, especially if it requires you to make some shifts in your lifestyle. For many women, a change in habits such as exercise and diet are a sound way to manage their symptoms. For example, symptoms like weight fluctuation and mood swings can be maneuvered via a healthier diet. You could implement herbal supplements to help balance your hormones or ease the increased stress you may be feeling. Navigating this transition is no easy feat but making the necessary changes to your life can certainly evoke a renewed sense of life,” Beckley says.
It’s important to research different holistic approaches to find what works best for you and your body. These methods are usually pretty cost-effective and do not have to take as much of your time as recovering from a procedure would. Hormone testing, herbal supplements, acupuncture, diet and exercise are some easy ways to take care of yourself and save a little bit more money.
Perimenopause can be a very uncomfortable experience for women, but it’s important to try new methods to help yourself feel better. Women’s health education is unfortunately often put on the backburner, but doing research and educating yourself on the different options for symptom management goes a long way. It’s also important to talk to your doctor for a little extra guidance, but you can take the first steps on your own. No matter what phase of life you are in, perimenopause will not derail your success. Perimenopause does not have to control your life, because you have the power to conquer it. What holistic methods will you try to manage your perimenopause symptoms?
