Menopause

THAT FOGGY FEELING THAT PLAYS WITH OUR BRAINS

Article first appeared at https://sixtyandme.com/brain-fog/ Just the other day, I ran into an old friend at the park and as we went our separate ways he said, “See you later, Mike.” I looked directly at my friend of more than 25 years and suddenly realised I had forgotten his name.Right then, at that very moment, I felt as if my mind just stopped working. My brain felt like it was smothered in a thick cloud of fog. I knew this guy. I just couldn’t recall his name. I felt embarrassed, ashamed and a bit scared.Having worked in the medical profession for...

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Feb 08, 2022

Exercise beyond menopause: Dos and Don’ts

Exercise beyond menopause: Dos and Don’ts

With a significant number of women belonging to the status of menopause and beyond, it is imperative to plan a comprehensive health program for them, including lifestyle modifications. Exercise is an integral part of the strategy. The benefits are many, most important being maintenance of muscle mass and thereby the bone mass and strength. The exercise program for postmenopausal women should include the endurance exercise (aerobic), strength exercise and balance exercise; it should aim for two hours and 30 minutes of moderate aerobic activity each week. Try our pre and post workout teas to enhance your exercise experience: https://fontanella.com.au/products/bundle-pack-pre-and-post-workout-tea  ...

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Dec 22, 2021