During the Perimenopausal Passage many body systems require
special care and support.
Immune functions -Supporting the immune functions buffers
against the possible weakening effects of long-term grief
on immunity. Women may experience this long-term grief
reaction directly or more subtly as a response to a
perceived loss in menstruation or in response to the
approach of menopause. Also, it is important to support
immune functions because of the possibility that estrogen
may make a women's immune responses so sensitive that they
attack her own body tissues.
Pituitary - The pituitary assists in stimulating all the
glands of the body and releases FSH and LH. FSH and LH act
directly on the ovaries to promote the development and
enlargement of the follicles. In the post-menopausal years,
the pituitary is responsible for secreting higher levels of
FSH and LH. This post-menopausal increased production of
FSH and LH results in more consistently elevated brain
levels of these two hormones. Some think that these
elevated brain levels of FSH and LH acting as
neurotransmitters in the brain may be the mechanisms for
the increased intuitiveness and awareness of post-
menopausal women.
Adrenal glands - In the menopausal years the adrenal glands
are important for balanced energy production and for the
production of small amounts of testosterone from a
precursor hormone called adrostenedione. The secretion of
these small amounts of androgens (testosterone being one
hormone from this class of hormones) help maintain the
female sex drive, build bone and muscle strength and
increase vaginal lubrication and elasticity. Androgens
promote general well-being for the rest of a women's life.
The production of testosterone is thought by some to
facilitate the developing assertiveness in post-menopausal
women.
Pancreas - is responsible for the production of balanced
sugar levels that may become unbalanced by loss of
estrogen. Fluctuations of blood sugar may play havoc with
emotional responses.
Nervous system - The nervous system may need extra support
in order to cope with and compensate for the effects of all
the hormonal revamping that occurs in menopause.
Brain functions - Memory, concentration, and attention
functions may become unbalanced by the changes in hormone
levels.
Liver - During the perimenopausal years it is important
that the liver is strong and healthy so that it can
metabolize and break down estrogen and its by-products. The
liver is responsible for transforming the main type of
estrogen, called estradiol, into other forms of estrogen.
Estradiol in too high amounts or for too prolonged a period
of time may be carcinogenic. The liver prevents excessive
build-up of estradiol in the blood circulation by
inactivating it. When the liver is healthy the conversion
of estradiol occurs quite efficiently.
Digestive processes - Poorly functioning digestion
stimulates the growth of certain types of bacteria in the
intestinal tract. These bacteria chemically change the
breakdown products of estrogen into forms that can be
reabsorbed back into the body. This elevates the levels of
estrone and estradiol in the bloodstream. These elevated
levels of estrone and estradiol may be carcinogenic to
certain sensitive tissue such as breast, ovarian, and
uterine tissue.
Bone cell growth - Maintenance of adequate bone cell growth
protects against the development of osteoporosis.
Cardiovascular functions - The decline of estrogen may
increase the stress on the cardiovascular functions
resulting in increased heart attacks, cholesterol levels,
and stroke in the menopausal years.
Thyroid - A well-functioning thyroid helps in lessening the
severity, frequency, and duration of hot flashes. Healthy
thyroid functioning reduces osteoporosis risk and the
frequency of numb and cramping legs and feet. A healthy
thyroid also reduces edema.
By regenerating and nourishing these and other processes
and functions and supporting organs, glands, and cellular
functions you can provide your body with the best possible
support to navigate successfully through the Perimenopause
Passage.
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Mary Ann Copson is the founder of the Evenstar Mood &
Energy Wellness Center. With Master's Degrees in Human
Development and Psychology & Counseling, Mary Ann is a
Certified Licensed Nutritionist; Certified Holistic Health
Practitioner; Brain Chemistry Profile Clinician; and a
Health, Wellness and Lifestyle Coach. Dedicated to help
make your Perimenopause Passage the best time of your life
at
http://evenstaronline.com/perimenopause.html
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