posted 16th August 2024
When HRT Isn't Enough: Reclaiming your Wellbeing during menopause
Menopause can sometimes feel like an uphill battle, especially when HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy) doesn't seem to be enough. If you're struggling with symptoms like weight gain, anxiety, or just not feeling like yourself, please know that you're not alone and there are ways to help you regain your balance.
Here's how you can take charge and start feeling more like yourself again:
1. Nourish Your Body
During menopause, your body needs extra care. Focusing on nutrient-dense foods can make a world of difference.
What to do:
Incorporate foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, such as salmon or flaxseeds, to support brain health and reduce inflammation. Adding phytoestrogen-rich foods like soy or flaxseed can also help balance your hormones naturally.
2. Prioritise mindful movement
Physical activity is key to managing menopausal symptoms, particularly weight gain and anxiety.
What to do:
Aim for a mix of strength training and gentle exercises like yoga or walking. Starting your day with a quick 10-minute stretch or walk can do wonders for setting a positive tone for the rest of the day.
3. Support your mental wellbeing
Menopause often brings anxiety and mood swings, but mindfulness can help keep your mind calm and clear.
What to do:
Practice mindfulness daily by noticing three things you can hear, three things you can see and taking three deep breaths. This simple exercise can bring immediate calm and help you stay grounded.
Final Thoughts
Menopause doesn't have to be a time of suffering. With these small but impactful changes, you can start to reclaim your wellbeing and feel more like yourself, even when HRT isn't enough.
If you need more personalised advice, I'm here to help you find the right strategies to get you back to feeling like yourself again. I can't wait to hear from you.
