Menopause can be a lengthy process. What you put in your body is essential to ensure this process is as seamless as possible to help you avoid uncomfortable side effects, such as painful intercourse and female dryness.
Water
Typically through menopause, vaginal dryness is a normal complaint of women in this stage of life. Regardless of what time period in your life you may be in, water is essential for everyone. While doctors recommend around 64 ounces of water in a day, more will never hurt.
This may seem near impossible, or almost like a chore. A great way to accomplish this goal daily is to constantly carry a water bottle/jug with you. If it is in your hand constantly, you will have a much larger chance of actually consuming the amount of water your body will need.
Low Calorie Foods
More specifically, fruits and vegetables are an absolute necessity for many reasons. As women begin to age, a sedentary lifestyle mixed with a slower metabolism will result in weight gain. No one wants this. To avoid this, simply monitor your caloric intake and maintain portion control.
Whole Grains
Oatmeal, quinoa and brown rice are a great way to help regulate your digestive system. Providing B vitamins through these tasty and healthy foods can help make this process become simpler.
Iron
Red meat, green vegetables and eggs are extremely important to maintaining iron levels. This is much more effective than taking iron supplements. Supplements can cause an overload in iron levels.
Calcium
To avoid bone density loss, Vitamin D will decrease your chances of losing bone marrow. Milk, low-fat yogurt and broccoli are great ways to achieve this.
What to Avoid
With any diet stay clear of alcohol, soda, spicy foods, caffeine and sodium. These foods can spark many side effects including hot flashes, bone density loss and mood swings. While in this process, consult with your doctor to understand what to avoid and the best diet options are.
Sources:
http://www.everydayhealth.com/hs/guide-to-managing-menopause/the-optimal-menopause-diet/
http://www.eatthis.com/menopause
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