Menopause: Natural Treatments for the Emotional Effects of the Change of Life
For many women the emotional effects of going through the change of life are more of an issue than the physical effects. The changes in the levels of hormones can lead to various different mood changes that leave them feeing like they're a different woman. These can include feelings of anxiety and becoming stressed over minor changes in the day's plan. Some women also become irritable and prone to aggression even towards the one's that they love and are closest to.
We can help overcome these feelings by following a sensible plan of maintaining a healthy lifestyle and using specific self-help techniques. To start with, we need to acknowledge our feelings and be honest about them. Just because you occasionally feel aggressive towards others doesn't make you a 'bad' person. Being open with your feelings is one of the first steps in actually making a positive change. People who live in denial are much less likely to make a change in their life and 'bottling things up' can have a very detrimental effect on health.
Eating a healthy diet is really important at this stage of life. Eating junk food that is high in sugar can give you a high or 'sugar rush' but you then suffer a downer as your sugar levels fall. Aim to eat a diet that is rich in complex carbohydrates. This includes wholewheat pasta and wholemeal bread. These foods slowly release sugar throughout the day, keeping blood sugar levels more even. Many women find that eating small meals throughout the day can also help their mood. Instead of eating 3 meals a day, try eating 5 smaller portions during the day. If you are skipping meals such as having a coffee for breakfast, this is a sure way to contribute to emotional up's and down's.
Therapies that may help with feelings of anxiety include learning some relaxation techniques and yoga. You can learn these at a class or from books or education DVD's. Feel free to explore this site for more menopause natural treatment ideas.