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Summer is the time to relax with friends and family in the nice weather, but relentless hot flashes can send you back inside for air conditioning. If you’re going through menopause, consulting your women’s health care provider and using the following tips will help you through the hot season.

How to Find Relief

While going through menopause, alleviating symptoms like hot flashes is a priority in the summer temperatures. When outside, try to stay in the shade. Wear light clothing to avoid absorbing heat, such as whites and light colors in cotton and jersey fabrics.

Drinking plenty of cold water will keep your body cool and hydrated. Eating foods high in protein, calcium, and phytoestrogens, such as dairy products, meat, and grapes, will also help ease menopause symptoms.

When to Seek a Women’s Health Care Provider

women's health careIf you’re still uncomfortable with your menopause symptoms, such as hot flashes, difficulty sleeping, and excessive sweating, talk to your women’s health care provider about treatment options. Estrogen and antidepressants are proven to reduce symptoms by regulating your body’s hormone levels.

The specialist may recommend lifestyle changes as well. To combat rising stress, engage in relaxation techniques like meditation and deep breathing. Keeping up your overall health with proper nutrition and regular exercise will also help minimize symptoms. You may want to have a conversation with your family about menopause to inform them about what you’re going through and what they can do to support you.

 

If you’d like help managing menopause this summer, turn to the women’s health care providers at Women’s Clinic of Lincoln, P.C. The Nebraska women’s clinic will work with you to find the best treatment option. For a comprehensive list of the services they offer, from osteoporosis treatment to mammograms, visit their website, or give them a call at (402) 434-3370 to schedule an appointment.
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