The perimenopause to menopause transition can cause various symptoms, and navigating this transition can make a woman feel confused and overwhelmed.

It is a crucial time, and it is an opportunity for you to take a deep dive into your current health status and look at supporting your health, especially if you are at risk of a health issue. The perimenopause to menopause transition is a time to tailor your health care according to individual needs.

universal But Not The Same

Although peri/menopause is universal, there are variations in how women perceive some symptoms, and the research on menopause over the last 50 years has found that cultural beliefs, values, and attitudes about menopause influence the experiences of women during this stage of life. This can often cause barriers to seeking help. 

It IS A Critical Time In a WOMAN’S Life

The peri/menopause transition itself represents a critical convergence of risks. It is where age-related changes are combined with sex specific factors and the menopausal transition. This can impact your health-related quality of life.

Women can experience

• Elevated LDL cholesterol levels,
• Fluctuations in blood pressure,
• Frequent and severe vasomotor symptoms,
• Brain fog and memory loss,
• Heightened cardiovascular risk,
• Body composition changes,
• Genitourinary syndrome,
• Menstrual changes
• Decline in sexual desire,
• Insomnia, anxiety, depression,
• Increased risk of autoimmune conditions
• Changes in bone density

What is The Role Of Integrative Care?

The role of naturopathic integrative care is to help a you

• Understand the changes you are experiencing
• Assess for other related conditions,
• Provide strategies through supplementation, diet and lifestyle
• Support symptoms but also decrease the risk of future conditions as your health landscape changes,
• Discuss the indications for the use of MHT- hormone therapy, the risks and benefits
• Help you set health goals for the next stage of your life.

Autumn offers naturopathic integrative health support throughout perimenopause and menopause.