Monday, March 16, 2009

Health Supplements and Menopause

Menopause is a difficult time and associated with mood swing and even depression. Some do not even like to eat or eat an unhealthy diet. For those individuals, supplements may be necessary. During menopause, getting sufficient levels of these can make a significant difference in having healthy bones and controlling symptoms of menopause. Of the supplements, most physicians recommend Vitamins C, D and E. However, one should realize that if is eating a healthy whole some diet with a decent amount of fruit and vegetables, the why bother to take an artificial pill- which may sometimes be fake or may even contain contaminants.

Before one goes on a mega Vitamin supplement diet, it is essential to see a dietician to supervise the initial phase of dietary manipulation. Large doses of calcium or vitamins have serious side effects. Vitamins A and D in large doses can be particularly dangerous.

As menopause sets in, women realize that they have less energy and have a decline in their physical activity and also a loss of lean body mass. To avoid the ravages of age and, hormonal changes of menopause, one should start some type of physical activity.

Walking, swimming and even light jogging may be a start the important thing is not to allow the access weight of menopause to continue. There are numerous drugs for weight loss but definitely not recommended. They have far too many potent side effects. The most important is to resume some activity. In the end, a healthy body always represents a healthy mind.

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