Perimenopause can be a challenging time for many women, If you're feeling anxious or overwhelmed you are not alone!
Here are some simple tips to help manage your symptoms and reduce stress.
As hormone production fluctuates, it’s not uncommon to experience symptoms, such as Bloating, Irritability, Trouble sleeping and other forms of physical discomfort and emotional distress. It is also common for our Anxiety levels to increase , making all of these physical changes even harder to deal with.
The good news is that you can adopt some lifestyle changes and make some nutritional adjustments that can help to support you and reduce your Perimenopause Anxiety during this time.
Eating a balanced diet rich in nutrients can help to regulate your mood, energy levels and reduce anxiety. You just might find that making some little tweaks can make a big difference! Here are some key adjustments to consider:
Tip #1 - Eat the Rainbow
It might sound like something we tell our kids, but it's a great way of checking you are eating and array of fresh fruit and vegetables. These are high in antioxidants and vitamins that can help combat oxidative stress in the body, which is linked to anxiety.
Tip #2 - Got Anxiety? Loose the Sugar
It is easy to reach for sugary foods for comfort, but consuming sugar can cause blood sugar spikes and crashes, exacerbating your symptoms.
Tip #3 - Limit Caffeine and Alcohol
Both caffeine and alcohol can exacerbate anxiety symptoms. And also interfere with your much needed sleep.
Tip #4 - Make sure to get enough Sleep
Aim to sleep between 7-9 hours every night, being well rested is absolutely key for your physical and emotional well being druing perimenopause .
Tip #5 - Joyful Movement
Incorporate Regular Exercise, it releases “feel-good” endorphins and is a power tool for managing anxiety levels and improving overall well-being. Make sure you practice a form of exercise that you enjoy!
Tip #6 - Connect to yourself & others
Meditation can help you check in with yourself, stay grounded and present which can help with reducing feelings of anxiety and stress. Connect with friends and family, find a coach, do whatever you need to do to feel supported.
Remember to be kind to yourself, listen to your body, and seek support from healthcare professionals if needed. By taking proactive steps to manage your symptoms, you can embrace this change in a gentler way. Stay well.
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