Can you answer yahooanswersmom’s question about Menopause?:

I am 37 years old. My period was every 26 days like clockwork for the past few years. This month, it came after 25 days. Also, it only lasted for three days. (In the past, it’s been more like 5 days.)

I had a baby six months ago (and my period returned to normal after only 2 months, ugh!) My pregnancy was normally induced, didn’t even come close to needing IVF or any fertility treatment.

But to me, my period seems so frequent…like my hormones are going haywire. Is this perimenopause? Thanks.

Alternative Hormone Treatment

Can you answer Marguerite’s question about Menopause?:

I’ve heard that oral hormones during menopause makes it harder to loose weight. Is that true?

Estrogen Replacement Menopause

When purchasing any weight loss product, it is important to do your research. Many people are exchanging  their opinions about The Anti-Estrogenic Diet on DietBlogTalk.com

For an additional source, check out The Anti-Estrogenic Diet on the very popular Sensational.com

 



 

Overview

The Anti-Estrogenic Diet was developed by Ori Hofmekler. The diet is said to educate dieters on a rather vague estrogenic factor – that is, foods and chemicals that will supposedly make dieters fat and sick. The remedy, according to Hofmekler, is to focus on different foods and herbs that will counteract these estrogenic agents. By doing this, we can become healthier, enjoy greater vitality, and watch the pounds disappear.

Hofmekler is not necessarily the person to be reading when it comes to weight loss needs, however. The Anti-Estrogenic Diet website makes Hofmekler look like a prophet of doom and gloom who thinks that the human race is going to perish if we’re not careful. And, of course, a big part of being careful is buying Hofmekler’s books and ideas.

Program at a Glance

The Anti-Estrogenic Diet involves countering estrogenic substances with natural solutions in order to ensure hormonal balance.

Program in Focus

In a bit of frustrating marketing, The Anti-Estrogenic Diet website does not reveal too much useful information about the diet. Hofmekler wouldn’t want consumers to take the advice and run with it and never purchase his book.

The website is certainly clear that the diet will identify the estrogenic foods that should be avoided. It will teach dieters how to replace them with tasty and healthy alternatives. Replacing foods, Anti-Estrogenic style, will supposedly balance the body’s hormones, establish a proper environment for metabolism and weight loss, and restore a state of “prime health,” whatever that means. If this sounds vague and repetitious, that’s because the program website is a continual exercise in advertisement rather than education. Evidently, consumers are only supposed to be afraid about Hofmekler’s dark clouds crowding the horizon. Never mind whether or not Hofmekler is accurately representing his product.

Positives

Promotes healthier diet choices.

 

Negatives

Website is vague and unhelpful. Hofmekler is a questionable figure. Does not stand out from other balanced, holistic diet programs.

 

Final Thoughts

If you’re interested in eating well, Hofmekler’s diet might be something of interest. But as for its role in significant and healthy weight loss – that’s anyone’s guess. There’s simply too little information on the program website, and so consumers will have a hard time making an educated decision. Perhaps this is Hofmekler’s plan, but it hardly seems fair. If its a weight loss supplement you seek, look for one that includes just one proven fat burner and an ingredeitn to help control the appetite. Add a healthy diet and exercise – and poof – the weight will be gone.



Thanks to Shane Crafton for contributing this article to our Menopause blog:

Weight Gain And Menopause

Can you answer Cutie_McPie’s question about Menopause?:

What side effects do each of these hormones cause? I know a BIT about estrogen, but not progesterone.

Hair Loss And Menopause

Some women have observed that when they are worried or anxious, their hot flashes are more intense and frequent. This observation was also confirmed in an article in the June 2005 issue of Menopause: The Journal of the North American Menopause Society.

Many lifestyle elements, such as exercise, stress, diet and anxiety are very important in how a woman experiences hot flashes in menopause. In the article, moderately anxious women experienced three times as many hot flashes as women who considered themselves as on a low scale of anxiety. Women who were considered highly anxious had five times as many hot flashes!

Why do you get hot flashes?

During menopause the body gradually begins to slow down the production of hormones. As this happens there can occur an imbalance, which in turn causes the symptoms of menopause, such as night sweats, hot flashes, insomnia, fatigue, etc.

Factors such as stress and anxiety can further disrupt this hormonal balance and the body thinks there is an emergency and needs to cool down. So, it sends out the message to sweat and dispel heat- you have a hot flash.

Does anxiety have an effect on hot flashes?

Women who are stressed out due to life’s circumstances are much more likely to have hot flashes. Many women notice this in their own experience. This happens because the stress demands that the body produce hormones from the adrenal glands, such as adrenaline. If this persists, then a hormonal imbalance occurs, and the result is a hot flash, or some other symptom of menopause.

What can you do?

There are actually several very simple steps you can take to help alleviate the hot flashes.

Eat whole, fresh foods; especially fruits and vegetables. The nutrients found in these foods will give your body the necessary ingredients to produce the hormones you need.

Make time for regular exercise. This also helps relieve stress and anxiety. Just imagine for a moment the difference between sitting and stewing over a problem and taking a long, brisk walk or bicycle ride! You will certainly feel better and be able to think more clearly when you exercise.

Supplement your diet with high grade natural vitamins and minerals.

Drink lots of clear, fresh water. Not coffee, tea or juice; but clear water. It cleans you out and enables your body to function as it should.

Learn deep-breathing techniques. This is very helpful when you are feeling stressed. It is amazing how effective this little method of slow, paced breathing is.

Try using the time-honored natural remedy called maca. It has been used for centuries by South American women to treat a variety of ailments, including hot flashes and menopause.



Thanks to Randy Hough for contributing this article to our Menopause blog:

Symptoms Of Low Estrogen Levels