Real life advice from 9 women to beat menopause symptoms
Menopause is a life stage that can bring about a range of challenging menopause symptoms, from hot flashes and night sweats to mood swings and physical discomfort.
While everyone’s journey is different, the shared wisdom of women who’ve walked this path can be invaluable.
Here, we’ve collated real-life tips from members of our community to help you find strategies that resonate with your needs.
1. Explore Natural Supplements
Helen shared her experience with Promensil (double strength), a supplement designed to support hormonal balance during menopause. Helen says, "I was sceptical buying it, as I’ve tried others things before with no glory. It took 2 weeks, of taking one tablet each day, and the hot flushes and night sweats have disappeared. I couldn’t be happier! It was getting me down the amount that I was dealing with each day, and the night sweats leaving me feeling drained."
2. Harness the Power of Exercise
Renee tackled menopause symptoms, including hot flashes and mood swings, by adopting High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT). Inspired by Michael Mosley’s approach, she took to swimming, alternating fast laps with slower recovery laps. While this method didn’t solve every symptom (hello, moustache and beard hair!), it made a significant difference to her overall well-being.
You can access the HIIT workouts in the Zing Wellbeing program
3. Essential Oils for Hot Flushes
Karen found relief from hot flushes and night sweats through the consistent use of essential oils. Natural remedies like these are increasingly popular for their holistic benefits. While results may vary, they can be worth trying for those looking for non-invasive options.
4. Try Wild Yam Cream
Jolene swears by Wild Yam cream for alleviating night sweats. She noticed a remarkable improvement and recommends it to others dealing with this frustrating symptom.
5. Breathwork for Hot Flushes
Krista highlights the benefits of breathwork, such as box breathing, for managing hot flushes. Deep, structured breathing can help calm the nervous system and reduce the intensity of these sudden heat waves.
6. Adjust Based on Medical History
Roselyn reminds us that not all remedies suit everyone. As someone who has had a full hysterectomy, she avoids oestrogen-based treatments, underlining the importance of tailoring approaches to individual circumstances and medical history.
7. Fix your diet
Belinda says that her hot flashes have significantly reduced once she fixed her diet. She says she has used the menopause meal plans with the gut health and anti inflammatory meal plans from Zing Wellbeing and over 3 months her menopause symptoms have reduced.
8. Seek Professional Support
Many women, like Helen, emphasise the importance of consulting with menopause specialists for professional guidance. Whether it’s hormone replacement therapy (HRT), dietary changes, or lifestyle adjustments, expert advice can make a world of difference.
9. Increase protein and focus on gut health
Rhian says that since she has focused on her protein intake and gut health her menopause symptoms have decreased and she is losing belly fat too.
Rhian follows the high protein menu in Zing Wellbeing and used the Zing Wellbeing protein powder
You can see the recipe she uses here
In Conclusion
These real-life tips are a testament to the resilience and creativity of women navigating menopause.
Whether you prefer natural remedies, physical activities, or medical consultations, remember that you’re not alone on this journey. Try these strategies, share what works for you, and continue to support each other in finding relief and empowerment during this phase of life.
Have your own menopause tip to share? Join our community and let us know! Your wisdom could be the key to someone else’s comfort and well-being.
You can access the full Zing Wellbeing program here
