Protection Against Menopause Heart Disease

Menopause or the end of your fertile phase when your ovaries stop releasing the egg or the ovum results in a new phase of your life. The level of the estrogen hormone produced by your ovaries reduces in your body bringing about several changes. Studies have shown that menopausal women are more prone to heart disease.

It is seen that women are more susceptible to heart disease in their post menopausal stage as compared to the pre-menopausal phase of their life. Whether this is only a coincidence or is in any way associated with the decrease in the estrogen levels needs to be confirmed.

Some studies go to show that the estrogen hormone produced by the ovaries provide a protection against heart diseases in women. This is probably the reason why women in their menopausal phase are more prone to heart diseases. However, women must take specific precautions so that they have a healthy heart and can enjoy life at a stage when they are actually free from many of the tensions and worries. You must take extra care during the menopausal phase as there is a decrease in the hormone levels resulting in several changes in your body. Some tips for a healthy heart include:

• Have a good exercise routine and be regular. Exercise is very important not only for a healthy heart but for your overall well being. It helps keep you cholesterol levels and other factor at normal levels.

• Food can make all the difference to your overall health. Have a nutritious and a healthy balanced diet. Avoid fatty food and stop snacking. Drink plenty of water.

• Keep your stress levels low by keeping yourself occupied in creative activities. Relaxing techniques such as yoga can also help counter stress levels. Pamper yourself once in a while with massages, it can not only be relaxing but is also a great stress buster.

• Joining a support group can help you cope with anxiety and depression associated with menopause. Talk to your family and friends it would do a great deal good to reduce your stress levels.

• A positive attitude is very important to cope with the changes taking place within you during menopause. Discover the positive side of menopause and you will be able to enjoy a healthy and happy menopause.

The risk of heart disease may be more during menopause although, it is still not proved scientifically. However, to take care of your health whether during menopause or otherwise is solely your responsibility. To relax and enjoy menopause you need to be happy and have a positive frame of mind.

A healthy heart lives in a healthy body and therefore, it is extremely important to take care of your overall health with a nutritious diet and a regular exercise routine.

One reference book I keep at home is the Peoples Chemist . I bought it last year and have found it invaluable for checking out symptoms and treatments of every day health problems.

Ann Marier writes health articles on many general health issues which can be found at http://www.ultimatehealthinfo.com

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