what’s interesting is that although this is a common experience, but it isn’t commonly talked about. in fact, according to the international menopause society , 70% of gynecological visits are due to heavy bleeding.
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dr. jerilynn prior of the centre for menstrual cycle and ovulation research in vancouver, advises women with a heavy flow to keep track of their experience, take ibuprofen (200 mg every 4-6 hours which decreases flow by 25-30%), and treat blood loss with extra fluid and salt and to increase iron-rich foods, or take a high-quality iron supplement (consult your physician or pharmacist for guidance).
pay attention to how you eat, move, sleep and manage stress. hormone imbalances can be tweaked with lifestyle changes. dr. christiane northrup, author of the wisdom of menopause , emphasizes how important it is for women to treat perimenopause as an opportunity to reinvent themselves. she also recommends that women re-focus on diet (adequate fibre and add a high-quality multi-vitamin), proper exercise, including strength-building exercise, and stress management activities such as meditation and practicing saying ‘no.’
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talk to your health care provider or a hormone balance expert about hormone therapy. hormones are what make our bodies work. dr. northrup recommends that women to learn what hormones do, the signs of hormone imbalance, and the benefits of hormonal support, as that is one important way we can make an important investment in our brain, bone and heart health.