Menopause (cont.)
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- Menopause Overview
- Menopause Causes
- Menopause Symptoms
- When to Seek Medical Care
- Exams and Tests
- Menopause Treatment
- Self-Care at Home
- Medications
- Other Therapy
- Next Steps
- Prevention
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Self-Care at Home
Hot flashes: Several nonprescription treatments are available, and lifestyle choices can help.
- Many women feel that regular aerobic exercise can help reduce hot flashes, bit controlled studies have not proved any benefit.
- Foods that may trigger hot flashes, such as spicy foods, caffeine, and alcohol, should be avoided.
Heart disease: A low-fat, low-cholesterol diet helps to reduce the risk of heart disease.
Weight gain: Regular exercise is helpful in controlling weight.
Osteoporosis: Adequate calcium intake and weight-bearing exercise are important. Strength training (lifting weights or using exercise bands in resistance training) can strengthen bones.
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