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Ever come to a point in you feel you’re getting older and notice a lot of changes in yourself? Then there is a possibility that you are undergoing menopause. As defined by wikipedia, menopause is the permanent cessation of reproductive fertility some time before the end of the natural life span. This term was originally used to describe this reproductive change in human females wherein, the end of fertility was traditionally indicated by the permanent stopping of menses or menstruation. Literally, the word “menopause” means the “end of monthly cycles” from the Greek words pausis (cessation) and the word root men (month).

Women around the globe are scared of facing this stage in their lives. You might be wondering why. There are certain signs and symptoms of menopause which you must know to understand it better. The signs and symptoms of menopause are the following;

- Fatigue

- Hot Flashes

- Mood swings

- Insomnia

- Anxiety

- Irritability

- Depression

- Vaginal dryness

- Painful intercourse

- Urinary tract changes

- Decreased libido

- Water retention/bloating

- Sore, tender breasts

- Memory lapses

- Osteoporosis

- Tooth loss

- Thinning Hair, Increased Facial Hair

- Brittle Fingernails

- Dry Skin, Age Spots

- Changes in breath

Other symptoms are;

- Headaches and migraines

- Muscle tension

- Aching joints/muscles

- Menopause weight gain

- Dizziness

- Gastrointestinal changes (indigestion, gas, nausea)

- Tingling feeling in hands and feet

- Heart palpitations

Among all these symptoms, menopause weight gain is the most feared by women. This is simply because women are very conscious of their weight and their looks. Menopause weight gain is only normal but women can still find ways to lose weight if ever this occurs to them. A healthy diet and regular exercise can really help a lot. Aside from that they must also stop smoking and avoid too much alcohol. These habits can play important and significant roles in a women’s ability to transition through menopause and achieve weight loss with little effect from these menopause symptoms.

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