Meeting the Challenges of Menopause

How to Cope

Simple lifestyle changes may reduce some discomforts.  For example, smokers may decrease the number of hot flashes by giving up tobacco. Many women also benefited  from dietary changes, such as limiting or even avoiding alcohol, caffeine, and spicy or sugary foods, which can trigger hot  flashes. Of course, it is important to eat, which means having a balanced and varied diet.

Exercise can also be a big help in reducing menopausal symptoms.  For instance, it can reduce  insomnia and foster significant improvements in mood, as well as in bone strength and general health.

Communicate Openly

"There is no need to suffer in silence," said Rondro, quoted earlier.  "If you talk openly with loved ones, they will not worry too much when they notice what is happening to you"  In fact,  they may be more patient and understanding.  "Love is patient and kind," says 1 Corinthians 13:4. -Good News Translation. 

Many women also benefit from prayer, including those who are grieve their loss of fertility. "[God[  comforts us  in all our troubles," the Bible assures us.  (2 Corinthians 1:4, The New English Bible)  Also comforting is the knowledge that the menopause transition is temporary.  Afterward, women who continue to take good care of their health may find renewed energy and enjoy many more years of life. 

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