What We (Should) Talk About When We Talk About Menopause

August 30, 2024

The wild hormonal ride leading up to menopause can last up to 20 years — kind of like an ultra-marathon you never signed up for.

Oh, and one with a *seriously* outdated training manual. Whether you’re plugging along or have a while before you hit the starting line, this guide will help you prep for every twist and turn with confidence and dare we say, excitement?  (We dare!)

The Secret to Quality of Life After 40A Second Youth in a Special Period

When Emily T***n found herself jokingly searching for "how to get away with murder" just to smile at her mood swings, she realized it might be more than just stress.   In her early 40s, when symptoms such as night sweats, forgetfulness, hot flashes and restless nights appeared, she began to suspect the onset of perimenopause.

 "Even though I was still having my period, the constant feeling of PMS made me think something was wrong" she noted.

Menopause: It's a Hard Road... But You're Not Alone

What is Perimenopause, Menopause and Post Menopause for some, can be the hormonal roller coaster, says Jane Wilson, MD. "The same symptoms we see during menopause can actually start during perimenopause." Mind-blow! A timeline to clue you in to where you're at...

How and why does this happen?
Why is everyone talking about estrogen levels?

The image shows the stages of estrogen decline in women as they age.

This process is inevitable and can seriously affect your health and quality of life if not addressed. Without support in the form of supplements, each stage can be a real challenge.

Perimenopause (41-50 years of age):

Estrogen levels drop rapidly, leading to significant changes in the body.
The last regular menstrual period is the beginning of the real ordeal.
Symptoms: agonizing hot flashes, night sweats, sudden mood changes, insomnia.

Why supplements are important: Without proper support, these symptoms can worsen and make your life a constant struggle. Supplements can help reduce their intensity, improve your quality of life, and prevent further

Menopause (age 51-65 years):

Estrogen drops to critically low levels.
Permanent cessation of menstruation is the end of reproductive health and the beginning of new problems.
Symptoms can include heavy hot flushes, deep depression, dramatically decreased libido, and dry skin and mucous membranes.

Why supplements are important: Without supplements, symptoms can become unbearable, significantly worsening your physical and emotional well-being. Support with supplements is essential to alleviate symptoms, maintain your mood, and prevent serious complications such as osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease.

Postmenopause (65+ years):

Estrogen levels are consistently low - the body is no longer getting the hormonal support it needs.
Menstruation no longer occurs, but new chronic problems begin.
Possible problems: osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, cognitive decline.

Why supplements are important: Without supplements, you are at high risk of developing serious chronic diseases that can seriously reduce your quality of life and lead to disability. Supplements can help maintain bone and heart health, improve cognitive function and overall health.

Declining estrogen levels are not just an inevitable aging process. It is a serious threat to your health and quality of life.

Symptoms of menopause

96% of women feel them immediately

Menopause can cause a range of physical and emotional changes, such as hot flushes, vaginal changes and mood swings. Every woman will have a different experience.

About 20% of women have no symptoms at all, while 20% have mild to moderate symptoms.

The remaining 60% have severe symptoms that interfere with their daily life.

Menopausal symptoms can be influenced by different things. For example, your stage of life and general health and wellbeing.

Rate Your Menopause Symptoms

Menopause can present with a variety of symptoms, from mild discomfort to serious impairments that interfere with living a full life. This checklist will help you assess the severity of your symptoms.

Rate each of the symptoms on a scale of 0 to 4, where 0 is 'Not at all', 1 is 'A little', 2 is 'Moderately', 3 is 'Significantly', and 4 is 'Very much'. Calculate your scores to see how much support you need.

0-15 points:

Mild symptoms - "Your menopause symptoms are mild. You may not need intensive support, but Lumiway AM/PM capsules may help prevent worsening."

16-30 Points:

Moderate Symptoms - "Your symptoms are moderate. It is recommended that you start taking Lumiway AM/PM capsules to improve your well-being and prevent further worsening."

31-45 Points:

Significant Symptoms - "Your symptoms are significant and may significantly affect your quality of life. The AM/PM support of Lumiway capsules is essential to manage your symptoms and improve your health."

46-64 Points:

Very Severe Symptoms - "Your symptoms are extremely severe and require immediate attention. Start taking Lumiway AM/PM Capsules as soon as possible to get the support you need and improve your quality of life."

What is perimenopause?

Perimenopause is the time leading up to menopause, when periods become irregular and hormone levels fluctuate.

What is menopause?

Menopause is your final menstrual period. Most women in Australia reach menopause from 45 to 55 years of age.

How to understand and keep yourself safe

We feel both physical and mental body and they give us different signals every day and this is how women will feel the beginning of menopause and aggravation.