Menopause

Menopause is not in itself a disease. It is a normal physiological change, the natural way to slow the aging process in women of childbearing age. Unfortunately, many women do not cross the dawn quickly and seamlessly. When this happens, they can experience something of a series of signs and symptoms.
These include:
- Hot Flashes
-Night sweating
- Menstrual Irregularity
- Uterine Spotting and Flooding
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Fatigue
- Palpitations
- Migraines
- Insomnia
- Vaginal Dryness & Atrophy
- Vaginal Itching
- Osteoporosis


Traditional Chinese medicine is over 2000 years, professional medical system and gynecology are his specialties. In gynecology, Chinese, menopausal syndrome is a condition recognized and treated. In fact it is a condition most easily and successfully treated by Chinese medicine (as menopause is natural and non-surgical).

Chinese doctors may use acupuncture or Chinese herbal medicine, or both to treat symptoms of menopause. Both methods, doctors are trying to nourish and supplement the liver and kidneys, increase and strengthen the spleen qi, nourish the heart and peace of mind, a clear pathogenic heat and lowering of yang energy.

According to Chinese medical theory, menopause occurs when, due to the natural process of aging, without loss of blood is draining from your body and in particular the kidneys, Chinese medicine believes that the root organ of life and longevity. Therefore, the body in its wisdom to reverse the flow of a canal in the center of the body to send blood to the uterus through the heart. Instead, blood and kidney essence is sent to the heart to nourish the spirit of women. Therefore, in traditional cultures, menopausal women are considered to be midwives, because the spirit of the heart is nourished and enlightened in a way that did not exist before.

West not only Chinese doctors use acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine to treat menopausal complaints but also typically advise patients on diet, exercise and lifestyle, and therefore to treat the whole person and to the balance in all aspects of the patient's life. These therapies are without side effects when administered correctly by a qualified and professional Chinese medicine.

Toned Bodies

How much calcium should I take, and do I need to take Vitamin D to get the calcium benefits?

Calcium requirements vary, so check with your health-care provider before you begin taking any supplements. As a general rule, the recommended daily allowance of calcium for most American men and women, from adolescence through adulthood, is 1,000 to 1,200 milligrams per day. Pregnant women and women who are breast-feeding should take a bit more: 1,200 to 1,500 mg per day. Postmenopausal women who are not taking estrogen should take closer to 1,500 mg per day.



Vitamin D helps with the absorption of calcium, and most people should take between 400 and 800 international units per day—400 of this can come from a multivitamin, while the other 400 can come from milk or other sources.

What about constipation?

 
Calcium supplements can back things up a bit, so try getting your calcium from food sources. Low-fat dairy products are probably best. But if dairy doesn’t agree with you, try calcium-enriched juice, cereal, or bread. Calcium carbonate is often the bad actor in the constipation issue, so you might consider taking calcium citrate. This switch may involve a few more pills and a bit more cash, but let’s face it: There are few things in life more underrated than a good bowel movement.

Menopause And Bone Loss And Aging

Menopause seems to be one of those It topics these days. If I’m not talking about it at work, I’m reading about it on the newsstands. The fact that many of my friends are getting their AARP cards in the mail doesn’t help, either. There’s so much written about menopause, and a lot of what’s written isn’t necessarily science-based. All this tends to create confusion about what menopause really means.
One of the concerns I hear about most is bone loss and osteoporosis. I tell my patients that osteoporosis is largely preventable for most patients, and there’s plenty that can be done before menopause to improve your chances of keeping your bone density. Prevention is the key when it comes to bone loss, because while there are good treatments for osteoporosis, there aren’t really any cures.
A combination of steps is the best approach to holding onto your bone density. I make it a point to remind my patients to be sure they get the recommended daily amounts of calcium and vitamin D. National surveys indicate many American women and girls consume less than half of the recommended calcium and vitamin D. Depending on your age, you should have between 1,000 and 1,300 mg of calcium per day. If you’re not getting enough calcium, discuss calcium supplements with your doctor.

Weight-bearing exercise is another great step toward osteoporosis prevention. This includes walking, elliptical exercise, stair climbing, and weightlifting. Doing this type of exercise a minimum of three times each week will reduce your chances of bone loss later in life, and improve your health today.
Of course, you should avoid smoking and excessive amounts of alcohol. This will not only preserve bone, but is also good advice for an overall healthy lifestyle. Enough said on this one.
For some women, a bone mineral density (BMD) test is a great way to detect osteoporosis and estimate your fracture risk. Talk to your doctor about if and when you need one. For women at risk of bone loss, the BMD test is painless, accurate, and another good way to take charge of your health