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Menopause can bring on mood swings that make you not recognize yourself. You know,where the slightest request from your husband can cause you to go off. Or perhapsthe cries of your child for a new Playstation game makes you lose it. For me, Iwould be standing in a grocery story line and see a small child and begin to weepuncontrollably. Typically mood swings can't be explained rationally.These kinds of lightning fast changes in how you feel play a significant role inthe menopause game and are often one of the first things women notice that causesher to suspect something is not right! Sometimes it is a very circuitous route todiscovering that you are in perimenopause. Characteristics of menopausal moodchanges can include extreme irritability, blatant rage, concentrated anxiety,depression, indifference as well as nervousness.Menopause and mood swings work together because changes in hormonal levels (mostnotably, dropping progesterone and estrogen levels) are beginning to take shapeinside a woman's body. Hormone levels affect the level of serotonin in the brainwhich can cause depressive symptoms. These changes may make women feelunreasonably insecure about themselves and their current role in life, whichcontributes to more feelings of worthlessness.Other factors that trigger mood swings in menopause sufferers are the symptomsthey face. Tinnitus (whooshing and ringing sensations in the ear due to nervedamage as a result of aging & hearing loss), incontinence (or other abnormalbladder behavior), and hot flashes also add to the overall crankiness a menopausalwoman faces.Mood swings can be significantly reduced by following a course of action such asa weekly exercise regimen. Exercise, specifically meditation, deep breathing andyoga, have been proven to relieve mood swings. Besides, exercise is the ultimateanti-aging activity - women who move their bodies consistently report looking andfeeling younger. And, many women have reported the benefits of soy products aswell as a natural progesterone cream to relieve symptoms.Another healthy objective is to have a steady social support group to turn to.Menopause sufferers find that soothing words from their family and friends, someconfirmation that the sky isn't falling down and that she is certainly not alone,is a tremendous help to their overall well-being.The third course of action is to follow the right diet. Caffeine loaded drinkslike coffee and soda can lead to symptoms you want to avoid such as breasttenderness. They will only excite your body's nervous system leading to restlesssleep that can make you cranky throughout the day. Drink certain decaffeinatedteas that increase serotonin levels in the brain, like passionflower andchamomile, which will also relax and help provide blissful sleep.Here's a tip for some that don't have a lactose issue - grab the milk bottle inthe refrigerator and warm it up. Tryptophan, a component found in warm milk, isknown to increase serotonin in the brain and can help you rest better. Amultivitamin and mineral supplement may also help load your body with the rightnutrients, balancing things out. Be sure to check with your doctor about whattypes and amounts are appropriate for your body.You can avoid menopause mayhem and eliminate mood swings and the sudden onset ofcrying by following the above advice - feel refreshed mentally and emotionally fora better dayThe information in this article is for educational purposes only, and is notintended as medical advice.
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