Menopause
Peri-menopause, Menopause & Post-Menopause
Peri-menopause generally occurs from age 40 up to 58 years old. This is when symptoms of reducing hormone levels are experienced. Menopause is when there is no period for 12 months; this is menopause. After this time, you are in post-menopause. Symptoms can still be experienced but reduce over time.
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Why Go Gluten Free When Going Through Peri-Menopause & Menopause?
Menopause is a significant transition in a woman’s life, marked by hormonal changes that can bring about a range of symptoms. While many women focus on managing hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances, thinking its solely due to this transition. In actual fact it maybe due to the gluten being eating! Gluten and Thyroid Hormones: A Sneaky Mimic One of the lesser-known but crucial reasons to consider going gluten-free during menopause is the relationship between gluten and thyroid function. Gluten, a protein found in grains like wheat, barley, and rye, contains a protein called gliadin. For some people, gliadin can trigger an autoimmune response that damages the lining of…
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Detoxification Tools to Support You In Perimenopause & Menopause.
As women transition through perimenopause and menopause, they often face a myriad of physical and emotional symptoms that can disrupt daily life and impact overall well-being. From hot flashes and night sweats to mood swings and fatigue, these symptoms can be challenging to manage. However, one often overlooked aspect of navigating this transitional phase is the importance of detoxifying the body. By supporting the body’s natural detoxification processes, women can alleviate symptoms and ease the transition into this new phase of life. Understanding Perimenopause and Menopause Perimenopause marks the transition leading up to menopause, during which a woman’s hormone levels fluctuate, often causing a range of symptoms. Menopause, on the…
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Seed Cycling; A traditional solution to regulate hormones.
In the pursuit of holistic wellness, there’s a growing appreciation for natural remedies that harness the power of plants to support our bodies’ intricate systems. One such practice gaining traction is seed cycling, a gentle yet effective approach to hormone balance rooted in traditional wisdom and modern holistic principles. Understanding a Women’s Luna Cycle A woman’s menstrual cycle is a complex and dynamic process that involves various hormonal changes and physiological events. It typically lasts about 28 days, although it can vary in length from person to person and cycle to cycle. The menstrual cycle is divided into several distinct phases, each characterized by specific hormonal fluctuations and physiological changes.…
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Unveiling the Wonders of Ashwagandha Tea: Exploring Origins, Ancient Uses, Nutrient Content, and Adaptogenic Benefits with Scientific Evidence
Welcome, to an in-depth exploration of the fascinating world of Ashwagandha Tea. This extraordinary elixir, rooted in ancient traditions, has gained recognition for its remarkable benefits. In this comprehensive blog post, we will delve into the origins, historical significance, specific ancient uses, nutrient content, and scientific evidence supporting the adaptogenic benefits of Ashwagandha. To experience the wonders of Ashwagandha Tea firsthand, you can find high-quality products at Ocean Gypsy (www.oceangypsy.co.nz). Let’s embark on this enriching journey together! Origins, Historical Significance, and Ancient Uses: Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is a herb with a long history of traditional use. Originating in the dry regions of India, Africa, and the Middle East, it has…
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Do you experience hot flushes? Then do this!
Hot Flushes can be a sign of your body starting the menopause change, these can be experienced first in peri-menopause when the body starts to transition to menopause. They can continue on during and after menopause known as post-menopause. Not every woman will experience hot flushes. This guided visualisation is excellent for taking control of your body and cooling it by using your mind to tell your cells to cool the body. Remember you are in charge. Do this free visualisation daily for 21 days to experience change. But doing this, you will have it in your subconscious toolbox, so when you experience a hot flush, just feeling the icy…
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Menopause what’s going on?
Menopause occurs anytime from 40 through to 58 years old (with some exceptions outside of these ages) the average age is 51 but it seems women are experiencing menopause earlier in this modern age. This may be due to hormones & hormone-mimicking substances in foods & the environment such as chicken, meats, the increase in soy consumption, plastics, personal hygiene products to name a few. Also, the stress women are under to keep a home, raise children & grandchildren, work full time and whilst this is all going on, the social pressure that you have to look fabulous at the same time. Menopause occurs when the ovaries run out of…
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A Tip To Gliding Through Menopause
The tip is to support your adrenal glands. Adrenal glands take over the production of estrogen & progesterone as the ovaries go into retirement. Reducing stress is the key to supporting the adrenal glands in their day job to produce the female hormones and mediate the stress response. Today write down the words on a piece of paper social life, work, home, close relationships.You can down load our free pdf on our website if this is easier. Click Here Now list the stressful things from these aspects of life, then create possible supportive solutions. Start with one change each week or one a month and see how you feel about…
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Red Raspberry Leaf Tea, Excellent for PMS & Male Fertility
Red raspberry leaf scientifically known as Rubus idaeustea is the leaf of the raspberry vine that has been dried. The leaves hold many medicinal qualities which have been used to benefit wellbeing over centuries. Midwives have used this wonderful red raspberry leaf herbal tea to induce labour. The leaf contains fragarine which is known to help tone and tighten the uterine and pelvic muscles which can induce labour. Fragarine and the anti-inflammatory properties of the red raspberry leaf can help with menstrual cramping, heavy bleeding and stomach discomfort such as bloating that can be experienced during this time of mense. Red raspberry leaf in ancient herbal knowledge has increased fertility…
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Delicious Nutrient Dense Probiotic Berry Smoothie
This is a most delicious way to get probiotics into your digestive system with the added bonus of antioxidant-rich berries and beneficial oil found in coconut. Since kefir has protein in it this is an ideal breakfast lifter and nice for the warm tropical climates where a craving for liquid coolness even early in the morning is sort after. This recipe makes two large glasses or 3 small ones. Coconut Milk Powder can be sourced from The Source Bulk Foods Online or Instore Probiotics are especially important in peri-menopause and menopause. With changes in hormones this causes a disruption in pH and disruption in bacteria on our skin, digestive system…
