When we think of the menopause, we usually think of the menopause in women and a time full of problems. However, this time is inevitably accompanied by severe physical and psychological problems and it only affects women?

No!

We will explain to you how to best master the time of hormonal change and that men too can enter menopause.

What happens during a woman's menopause?

During the fertile years, control various hormones the female cycle, including estrogen and progesterone, which are produced in the ovaries. They ensure that the egg cells mature and ovulation take place, and that the uterus prepares for the implantation of a fertilized egg.

During menopause, ovulation becomes less frequent and the ovaries produce fewer and fewer hormones. First, the production of the hormone progesterone reduces, after which the production of the hormone estrogen slows down.

If the production of progesterone decreases earlier or more than the production of estrogen, then a so-called estrogen dominanceThis means that the ratio of the two hormones is no longer correct. However, since the two hormones need each other to work optimally, this imbalance is one of the main causes of many menopausal symptoms.

The ovaries produce estrogen and progesterone as well as a little testosterone. Testosterone decreases during Menopause also, but not as strong as female hormones. This is the reason why some women appear more masculine during menopause (moustache, hair becomes thinner, etc.)

Menopause usually occurs between 45th and 58th year of life However, they can also become noticeable as early as the age of 40.

In summary, it can be said that the body is in a strong hormonal imbalance during menopause:

• • Too little progesterone
  • Too little estrogen (but too much estrogen in relation to progesterone)
  • Too much testosterone (in relation to the other hormones)

Fortunately, menopause, like puberty, is a temporary period, in which the organism has to reorganize itself. However, how long it takes until the body returns to a new hormonal balance finds is very individual.

Since sex hormones not only affect our reproduction, but also have many other functions in the body, the whole body has to deal with the hormonal changes. During this time, the change is noticeable with more or less strong menopausal symptoms noticeable.

Possible complaints during menopause

• • • hot flashes
    • sleep disorders
    • Dry mucous membranes
    • Dry and thin skin that is prone to wrinkles
    • Overweight (even though you don't eat more or exercise less than before)
    • thyroid dysfunction
    • heart palpitations and racing heartbeat
    • Psychological problems such as mood swings, irritability, depression, anxiety
    • Fatigue, lack of motivation, lack of concentration
    • hair loss
    • joint and muscle pain
    • Osteoporosis (due to the loss of bone substance)
    • Higher risk of cardiovascular disease
    • etc.

Fortunately, you are not necessarily helpless when it comes to the unpleasant symptoms of menopause. There are many ways to support your body during the hormonal changes.

Can men also go through menopause?

The answer may surprise you but yes, men can also go through menopauseThe affected men suffer from a falling testosterone level and thus also from the associated symptoms.

Menopausal symptoms in men can include:

• • • Decreasing libido
    • Less frequent morning erections
    • irritability, dissatisfaction, anxiety
    • lack of energy and fatigue
    • Decreasing muscle strength and muscle mass
    • Lower athletic performance and lower performance in everyday work
    • hot flashes and sweating
    • Less beard and chest hair growth
    • Increased abdominal fat
    • and much more

The symptoms of testosterone deficiency mentioned here show what functions testosterone normally has in a healthy man: It gives strength and assertiveness, ensures a healthy libido and potency, increases bone density and makes body hair grow.

As already mentioned, women also produce testosterone, but in much smaller quantities than men.

A key difference between menopause in men and women is that women lose their fertility, while men do not necessarily. However, both are times of hormonal change and declining hormone levels.

Holistic measures for the menopause

The period of hormonal change can cause unpleasant physical symptoms in both women and men.

Non-hormonal treatment options are often used as an alternative to hormone replacement therapies, as these are often associated with risks, side effects and limitations of use. Alternative treatment options are e.g. the use of vital substance preparations, relaxation techniques, healthy nutrition, TCM and much more

The following applies to both men and women: The better the body with nutrients and micronutrients, with secondary plant substances and antioxidants, with exercise and sunlight, as well as with relaxation and rest, the better the body can cope with the hormonal changes, the fewer symptoms appear and the better the aging process can be delayed.

Of course, a healthy acid-base balance, a well-functioning digestion and a strong immune system play a crucial role here.

3 Tips for Women

Tip #1:

Provide yourself with nutritional supplements that help you alleviate the symptoms of menopause. For example, the sleep disorders that often occur during menopause L-tryptophan and also magnesium The amino acid L-tryptophan has a positive effect on mood and the sleep-wake rhythm. Magnesium relaxes the muscles and protects the nervous system.

The hormone melatonin also has a regulating effect on the internal clock and can even slow down the aging process by strengthening the immune system and protecting against oxidative stress. Melatonin is the only molecule that has the structure to be easily converted into every hormone known to us!

Hot flashes, exhaustion, depression, as well as irritation / dryness in the vagina can be caused by vitamin E can be significantly alleviated. At HS Activa we will soon have vitamin E in our range, stay tuned!

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Tip #2:

Severe and frequent hot flashes can be caused by fluctuations in blood sugar levels and hyperacidity, among other things. So make sure you alkaline, balanced diet.

We also recommend to lose excess weight and themselves to move a lotWomen who exercise regularly suffer less from hot flashes than women who tend to avoid exercise.

Tip #3:

In order to counteract excessive hormonal imbalance and thus generally severe symptoms during the menopause, we also recommend:

1. 1. 1. Make sure you have enough rest and relaxation, because stress has been proven to lower progesterone levels.
      2. Take care of your liver health, because it is the liver's job to break down excess and unused hormones. In particular, the antidepressants that are often prescribed during menopause massively disrupt the functioning of the liver enzymes.
      3. Lose excess weight! Fat cells produce additional estrogen and exacerbate hormonal imbalances.
      4. Reduce your dairy consumption. Milk often has an extremely high estrogen content, which has a negative effect on our hormone balance.
      5. The plasticizers, which are found in almost all plastic bottles (water, cola, Fanta, etc.), pass into the liquids and, according to studies, lead to an excess of estrogen, which leads to feminization in men and masculinization in women! This also leads to a significant increase in female births!

3 Tips for Men

Tip #1:

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• • • Tribulus Terrestris is intended to promote muscle and strength growth (anabolic effect), but also to increase libido and potency. This is made possible by increasing the testosterone concentration in the body.
    • Maca wIt has a performance-enhancing and potency-enhancing effect. It has a positive effect on fertility and also increases
    • zinc is extremely important for the formation of sex hormones (eg testosterone), thyroid hormones, growth hormones, insulin and prostaglandins. Without the presence of zinc, no hormone formation takes place! Zinc takes on the role of a biocatalyst!

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Tip #2:

Magnesium, vitamin D3 and B vitamin complex.

• • • magnesium has extremely positive effects on the sexual organs and the hormonal balance and is therefore often used in impotence therapies or fertility treatments.
    • vitamin D3 is involved in many important bodily processes. A falling testosterone level can also be one of the symptoms of a vitamin D deficiency. On the one hand, it is responsible for the formation of testosterone, along with zinc, magnesium and the B vitamins. On the other hand, it is involved in the regulation of testosterone levels.
    • vitamin B complex: The body should be supplied with sufficient B vitamins, as most of the B vitamins are involved at some point in testosterone production.

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Tip #3:

In order to avoid the premature drop in testosterone levels at a younger age (30-40 years), various influencing factors to be considered that have a negative on testosterone levels impact:

• • • Overweight: The female hormone estrogen is particularly produced in abdominal fat tissue.This means that the fatter the stomach, the lower the testosterone level. Reduce sugar consumption!
    • Stress: the stress hormone cortisol lowers testosterone levels
    • Movement: Sufficient physical activity involving strenuous exercise increases testosterone levels. True to the motto “use it or lose it”.

Special tip for men and women:

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Ginseng is one of the best-known medicinal plants in Asia. But the plant is also well received in Europe due to its multifaceted effects.

Ginseng is considered energy tonic, which provides mental clarity and new vitality, as well as improving fertility. Many of the classic uses of ginseng also apply to menopause: e.g. tiredness, concentration and sleep disorders, lack of energy, anxiety, irritability, reduced libido, etc.

Therefore, taking ginseng beneficial during menopause.

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