Something I hear often is that the doctor couldn’t find anything wrong in blood tests, yet my client feels ‘not normal’.
Perimenopause looks different in each woman, and can last for over a decade, yet not show in blood tests etc. We will start to unpack all of this for you.
1.What are hormones?
Hormones are like messengers in your body. They tell different parts of your body what to do. But during perimenopause, these messengers start to act differently, which can make you feel strange.
2.Changes in your body and mind
Perimenopause can make you feel all kinds of ways. You might feel hot and sweaty for no reason, have trouble sleeping, or forget things more easily. You might also feel more emotional than usual, which can be tough to deal with.
3. Why things that worked before might not work now
Your body changes as you get older, and that means things that used to keep you healthy might not work as well anymore. Even if you eat well and exercise, you might still gain weight because of these changes in your hormones.
4. How hormones and calories are connected
Hormones play a big role in how your body uses calories. As certain hormones decrease, like estrogen, your body might not handle glucose (a type of sugar) as well as it used to. This can lead to weight gain, especially around your belly.
5. What happens to important hormones
Two important hormones, estradiol and progesterone, start to decrease during perimenopause. Estradiol helps your body do lots of things, like process glucose efficiently. Progesterone helps you feel calm and handles stress. When these hormones decrease, it can make it harder to stay healthy and manage stress.
6. The link between sleep and belly fat
Not getting enough sleep can also affect your hormones and lead to weight gain, especially around your belly. So, it’s important to try to get enough rest during perimenopause.
Understanding these changes can help you feel more in control during perimenopause. Remember, it’s okay to ask for help if you’re struggling, and making small changes to your lifestyle can make a big difference in how you feel.
Look out for our program – The Change of Life which will go over all things Perimenopause and Menopause unpacking how the change in hormones reflect on your health in your mind and body. It will be a guide to help you work through your difficult times.
In the meantime take care and try to take a deep breath,
