Worst foods & drinks for menopause 

Exactly! In the last 4 months I started breaking out in hives when I eat any sugary food 😩

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Ikr! Geez talk about depressing 😕 literally nothing to look forward to at this stage of life. Not even food or drink.

And think of the days when you had Aunty flow and u moaned and now u wish u still had Aunty flow and not this hideous men o pause crap 😂

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Hi Lisa Some women do find that symptoms come and go and different ones appear and joint aches are really common. I have posted a video blog on this and what you can do to help yourself so please do take a look. www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/joint-aches-and-pains/

Nature meant us to be dead by menopause time. Because we are living longer , we need to replace the lost hormones to prevent osteoporosis, heart disease and Alzheimer’s

Be grateful the hideous heat pumps have stopped for a while ❤

I get anxious when new symptoms appear.

So nice of you, thank you.

You're welcome Marlene! Best Wishes Eileen

Great to hear Kimetha!

I tend not to recommend it unless you can get a water extraction brand. To decaf coffee, a chemical extraction process is used and this may leave some of the chemicals in the coffee! Best Wishes Eileen

Hi Susan I don't recommend it as it is very processed (just Google to see how soya milk is made!). Other non dairy milks such as almond or oat milk are slightly less processed so I tend to recommend these if organic dairy is not suitable. Best Wishes Eileen

Hi Maria I tend not to recommend it as it can be rather restrictive, however, if you wish to try it just monitor how you feel. If your energy levels go down, you feel bad, symptoms get worse or you get new ones then it is advisable to stop. I usually recommend a general low carb diet with plenty of protein, healthy fats and veg but with leeway for other foods if needed.

@@AvogelCoUk thank you so much for answering my questions

It’s a fad which promotes heavy animal protein that clogs arteries and harms the environment not to mention. Promotes animal abuse

There are many other amazing foods for women if they find these things make their menopause worse. Many women feel so much better when focusing on healthier foods and removing the ones that make their symptoms worse.

Onions, onions wreck havoc and make me smell like onions when I sweat 😞

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@@snirks8635 or garlic 🙄

Coffee is ok

I’m Not giving up sugar for anyone 🎉

Great idea Janet, thank you!

I have. And it helps sooooo much 😊

Hi Maureen Thank you for sharing us, much appreciated! :)

Maureen Gannaway organic / nonorganic coffee is not going to solve your serious issue of sudden hormone loss

Hi Marlene You're welcome, take care too! :) Best Wishes Eileen

Hi Rekha I am sorry to hear that your sister is worried about an early menopause , it can be hereditary but, as I have mentioned before, there can be lots of different reasons so she really does need to seek medical advice and ask to be referred to a fertility expert.

Hi Moni Unfortunately, preparation for the menopause can often really help as time goes on but, hopefully, you can start from now. You could try the supplement Sea Buckthorn Oil as this is known to be helpful for vaginal dryness. Best Wishes Eileen

@@AvogelCoUk when looking up what the benefits of sea Buckthorn oil I don't see how this would be a help for vaginal dryness as it says this oil is known to irritate skin what is good for scalp but not vaginal Health just thought I'd let you know I looked it up on Google have a happy New Year thank you😤🤦🏻‍♀️🤪‼️💯🤔🌬🤷🏼‍♀️

Hi Moni You don't apply the oil but take it as a supplement, see www.omega7.co.uk for research on this :)

You're welcome! :) Best Wishes Eileen

Bloody stomach it’s awful

Hi DC You're welcome, glad to be of help. You should be able to get similar products in your local health store :) Best Wishes Eileen

Hi AB Thanks for sharing! Best Wishes Eileen

Hi Teresa Although this isn't very common, it can happen to some women. It is important to get this checked by your doctor first just in case it is not menopause related. Also ask your doctor to make sure that your thyroid medication is at the right dose; the thyroid gets easily unbalanced in the menopause and needs monitoring regularly.

Thank you so much for the reply and advice and thank you for your videos they are so helpful

You're welcome! :)

I have been this was also, it's interesting. I'm 47 & have been told many times I'd probably start menopause phase before age 50. I've had many perimenopause symptoms & issues for last 10 years but signficant in last 5 years. I haven't had a period now for several months (not pregnant, tubes are tied). But I've had new symptoms for several months where I just feel nauseous, especially if I look at certain things, smell certain things, after eating, etc as if I were pregnant. I do know heart conditions can definitely cause this as it happened to my mother & she has serious cardiovascular issues, heart failure, etc & the cardiologist stated it was due to poor blood flow & other cardiovascular processes. She has clogged arteries in the abdomen as well. But I've recently gone through a complete work up (chest xray, abdominal pelvic CT scan, upper endoscopy with biopsy, cardiac, blood tests, etc) to rule out any possible issues. Everything is normal. Other than now some of the small fibroids I've had for years are now calcified. I am hypothyroid (cancer twice, no thyroid & lymphnodes removed) in 2012 & 2013. My thyroid levels changed a tiny bit, so normal. I'm thinking I'm going through the menopausal process. My hair has become more dry, my skin is dryer especially around my eyes like what seems suddenly overnight I've noticed crepier skin around my eyes. Just other symptoms to. My mother thinks it's all "the change". My cholesterol levels suddenly went up. I was even checked for Covid antibodies & that was negative. Some people are experiencing weird things after having Covid but I've thankfully never had Covid. But it's like some food is no longer appealing to me, I don't have an appetite alot of times, just different. I have a gynecologist appointment here soon & will discuss my concerns with my gynecologist. But the last several years my period changed. I would have regular cycles then very irregular cycles. Heavy gushes then normal bleeding. Night sweats, quick weight gain, other symptoms. Some months I'd bleed normal like 5 days then other times it'd be 12 days.

Sounds great Heidi, maybe add in some ground nuts/seeds for extra protein and healthy fats :) Best Wishes Eileen

Hi Matilda HRT may help but it just depends on the individual and how severe the symptoms are. It is difficult to say when the menopause ends as it is different for everyone. For some, symptoms may stop quite quickly after periods stop but for others symptoms can continue for a long time. Best Wishes Eileen

Hi Sangeeta Unfortunately, we are unable to make comments about a diagnosis by your doctor, sorry. If, after a physical examination and taking notes on your health and lifestyle, your doctor has come to a conclusion and either diagnosed you or prescribed a treatment plan for you then we do advise you to follow this. If you have any queries about your health or treatment plan you do need to go back and ask them to explain this further for you. I am sorry that I am unable to help in this instance.

Hi Sindi You are very welcome! Best Wishes Eileen

Hi Kimberly High salt foods can quickly cause dehydration and that can affect your circulation and dehydration can cause inflammation in the joints so may be a factor in your joint pains. Maybe make sure that you are drinking plenty of plain water and see if that helps. Best Wishes Eileen

Absolutely, the best drink for the menopause! :)

Hi Dolly Brown rice is better but it does need cooking properly otherwise it can be difficult to digest; I usually cook it until it is quite soft. You also really need to chew it well and that can make quite a difference! However, if you try both of these and they don't help then you would need to go with the white rice. Good idea to have lots of veg with it to replace the lost fibre.

@@AvogelCoUk Thanks for replying. You are a life saver.

You're welcome!

Indians have one of the healthiest diets . So do Japanese’s women

Hi Dolly, Iv also learned and now applying eating first the food with less sugar breakdown in them so it will also help to eat the white rice after you have the better stuff like vegetables or meat, this reduces any sugar spikes. I have found that grapefruit has helped me alot in reducing any hot flash or night sweat. I realized this accidently by seeing ripe grapefruits growing in my area, picking them and then saw my symptoms reduce, then I heard a fertility doctor recommend it and Im sure Eileen has mentioned it too. Thanks to your videos I eat avocado and egg for breakfast.

Hi Xiaoya Alcohol of any kind can often make menopause symptoms worse, however, if you enjoy a little wine now and again this is fine. Do try and get organic wine if you can as this is better.

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Great, Jacqueline, let me know how you get on!

@@AvogelCoUk No this made no difference to the night sweats. Sage and promensil is what turned hot to cold.

Hi Svetlana Thanks for your great advice! Best Wishes Eileen

Hi Irene We call this fenugreek and there are a lot of known benefits so if you find it helpful there is no reason why you can't add it to your diet. Best Wishes Eileen

Thank you! :)

Hi Terri Most ready made flavoured yogurts contain sugar or artificial sweeteners or flavourings which are not good for you but you can make your own. Just get a plain, organic yogurt then you can add natural flavourings such as fruits, berries, nuts or seeds or even some cocoa powder for a chocolate taste. Best Wishes Eileen

You are very welcome!

Thank you Silvia, hope you've managed to find a good dairy alternative! Best Wishes Eileen

I am very sorry to hear that our subtitles are affecting you in this way. Unfortunately, it is our policy to always have our subtitles turned on by default because not everyone can hear audio, and many people don’t or can’t turn on audio to watch videos, amongst other reasons. We used to embed the subtitles into our videos so they always showed but changed this to allow them to be turned off, for those who don’t want or like them to be able to watch without them. Best Wishes Eileen

Great to hear Tracey! Best Wishes Eileen

You're welcome Dianne, glad to be of help! Best Wishes Eileen

That's true!

Hi Neo We do need a certain amount of salt in our diet, especially if you get regular sweats. Sea salt is much healthier than table salt so I would always recommend this kind but in moderation, of course! Best Wishes Eileen

Fantastic Janet, even making small changes and still enjoying some treats will make a difference, keep up the good work! Best Wishes Eileen

Sorry, no, Sharlene, what are you looking for and I may be able to suggest something similar that you can get locally? Best Wishes Eileen

@@AvogelCoUk was looking at your electrolytes drink.

Hi Sativa These foods are best avoided all the time, if possible. Best Wishes Eileen

Most women do find that symptoms ease over time but if you still have symptoms or they are getting worse after 5 years or more, it is wise to see your doctor. Other health issues can often prolong menopause symptoms or cause ones that are identical so a general health check may be advisable Best Wishes Eileen

@@AvogelCoUk Thank you for your answer!

You're welcome Sandra Best Wishes Eileen

You are so welcome

Thank you Margaret! Best Wishes Eileen

I've not seen a specific connection Maria but being overweight could put extra pressure on the body making symptoms worse. Best Wishes Eileen

Fantastic!

You are welcome!

Thank you Liz!

Hi I have worked for A Vogel for 23 years as a product and health adviser and the last 6 years researching the menopause and working with menopausal women who come to us for advice and help. I also present menopause workshops to organisations such as local councils and businesses and post the weekly video blog on RU-vid. Plus, I have experienced the menopause myself! Best Wishes Eileen

A.Vogel UK so you’re Not a medical professional * why not present all options to some of these miserable women ? Has any of your research led you to HRT by any chance ? I’m sad to hear how may of these women are suffering

A.Vogel UK every woman experience the menopause and its FOR the rest of her life !

Hi M.G You're welcome, just remember you can have the odd treat, life is too short to deny yourself everything! Be aware, though, that if you do have something 'naughty', to monitor your symptoms afterwards to see if it makes them worse. If not, then you know that you can have that now and again. Best Wishes Eileen

Is there anything left to enjoy or look forward to? Everything I read about this time in a woman's life is so depressing 😞 stop this, stop that, feel crap for years and find your own help coz gps are usually rubbish and private costs too much. Great.