Why Am I So Stressed During Menopause?
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Stress during menopause can feel overwhelming, even for those who have never struggled with it before. But why does it happen? Let’s explore the biological mechanisms at play and how you can regain control of your health and well-being.
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The Hormonal Domino Effect
Menopause brings significant hormonal shifts, particularly in oestrogen levels. These changes ripple through other hormones like cortisol (the stress hormone), insulin, and thyroid hormones, affecting your metabolism, inflammation levels, and overall health.
1. Cortisol and Stress Response:
A steady level of cortisol is normal and helps your body manage everyday challenges. However, sudden spikes in cortisol can wreak havoc.
When cortisol rises sharply, insulin becomes less active. Why? Evolutionarily, your body interprets stress as danger and keeps blood sugar elevated for quick energy to "fight or flee." But if you’re sitting in traffic, at your desk, or dealing with everyday stress, that extra glucose isn’t used. Instead, it may be stored as fat, particularly around your midsection . This stubborn fat may release inflammatory messengers called adipokines, contributing to a cycle of inflammation and, potentially, higher blood pressure.
2. Impact on Thyroid Function:
Your adrenal glands, which produce cortisol, when cortisol is high then thyroid hormone production can decrease as the body is prioritising stress and how to stabilise the body. Remember thyroid hormones regulate your metabolism. The result? May be a sluggish metabolism.
3. The Vicious Cycle:
You might think fasting or extreme dieting can help. But without addressing the root causes, the weight doesn’t budge, leaving you frustrated and more stressed.
Breaking Free from the Stress Spiral
This is where a personalised nutrition and lifestyle plan can make all the difference. By targeting the underlying issues, we can restore balance to your hormones and help you feel like yourself again.
Here’s how I can help:
Identify the root causes: Through a thorough life analysis and functional testing, such as the DUTCH test, we can uncover patterns in your hormones that explain your symptoms, even if you’re on HRT (hormone replacement therapy).
Evidence-based solutions: Together, we’ll craft a nutrition, lifestyle, and supplement plan to address hormonal imbalance and its ripple effects.
Education and empowerment: I’ll help you understand the biology behind your symptoms so you can approach your body with kindness and compassion.
Long-term change: My approach is not a quick fix—it’s about creating sustainable habits that serve you for years to come.
What Does This Look Like in Action?
Imagine you’ve been feeling unusually stressed, overwhelmed, and out of control. You tell yourself it’s all in your head and try to push through, but over months or even years, you start to notice real health effects—higher blood pressure, elevated blood sugar, unexplained weight gain—despite eating healthily and exercising.
Through our work together:
We’ll uncover the hidden hormonal imbalances contributing to your symptoms.
You’ll learn how to interpret your body’s signals and make adjustments that bring relief.
You’ll create a healthier relationship with your body and build habits that last.
The result? You’ll not only feel better in the short term but set yourself up for a future filled with energy, vitality, and resilience.
Choose Your Health, Choose Your Future
Menopause is a turning point, and how you approach it matters. You can wait to see how your health evolves or take a proactive step toward understanding your body and its needs.
With nutritional therapy, you’re not just treating symptoms—you’re embracing a new way of living that empowers you to thrive during menopause and beyond. Let’s embark on this journey together and create lasting change.