I’ve never been pregnant but I can say that menopause cravings are REAL! Anyone else feel the urge to keep eating all the time?!?

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Just venting - In my 50 and tired of monthly periods with no end in sight. According to blood/hormone tests I’m pre/peri menopause. I hate the drier skin, hormone changes, thinning hair and weight gain (no matter how I adjust my diet and exercise the scale will not budge). Fortunately the one symptom I don’t have is hot flashes. Sigh. Does this get better at any point?

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Hi everyone - Is anyone doing a workout program they’ve seen results from? I’m looking to tone up and lose about 10-15lbs. I follow some trainers and people on Instagram but it seems everyone posting about their great results are in their 20’s & 30’s - I used to see great results then too :) looking for suggestions from women in their 40’s+ . I know eating is a huge part, and I do put a lot of focus on that as well. Just wanted to throw the question out in hopes of some ideas/inspiration. TIA!

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My spouse is in better shape and is healthier than me. Can anyone relate? Does this bother anyone? I’ve tried so hard to look better but my emotional toll is working overtime. I weigh more than my husband by 10 lbs.

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I wanted to start a thread. What vitamins / supplements / medications are you taking for your menopause symptoms? I’m supposed to take Estradiol pills twice per day but sometimes am horrible at remembering. I should be taking D3 per my Doctor but when I ran out earlier in the year I never bought more. The same goes for my multivitamin although I’m sure I really need one! I wonder if I should just use natural remedies like Black Cohosh, but that didn't work well for me.

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So…funny and true story. I had my yearly mammogram on Monday…the person who did it was my bartender! 😂 I had no idea she did this too!! Now I’m afraid to show my face (but not other body parts). This would only happen to me!

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Welcome to the menopause bowl! This is a supportive place to discuss all facets of menopause as well as HRT. Whether you are in the pre / post or in-between stages, this is the right place for you!

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Premenopausal and I am a complete mess, cry randomly, it’s so embarrassing. I cried at the drs , I cry watching tv, I cry driving home . I can’t handle my emotions . And I literally have nothing to cry about I’m beyond blessed . On the other hand I have turned into a hermit and hate leaving me house 😂😂😂😂 I use to jig 3 miles a day 4 days a week and that would kee weight off now with the same jog im gaining weight . . I just want to know im not the only person …

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What do you see are the pros and cons of HRT? There are so many conflicting reports! Also how do you know if your dose is too low or too high? The symptoms seem to mimic each other. I’d love to see if we can get a healthcare speaker to chat with about this topic.

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I’ve been really depressed. I mean this is a low point I haven’t experienced in awhile. My job is horrible, I’m getting heavy, so many factors...when can this be blamed on menopause or just life in general??

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Hello!! I was able to secure a speaker in February who specializes in Menopause and HRT! I know it’s far in the future but I told her I’d work with what is best for her schedule. I don’t know any nutritionists but will put out some feelers to see if we can secure a speaker in January. I wish you all a Happy Holidays and thank you for taking this journey with me!!

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