Jessica Cording, MS, RD, CDN, INHC is a registered dietitian, health coach, and author with a passion for helping people simplify their wellness routine and build sustainable healthy habits.
is diagnosed after someone has gone 12 months without a menstrual period. This transition is a whole-body event—it’s not just about the loss of fertility. Literally every organ system is impacted. The average age in the United States is 51 but it can occur before or after that. Menopause may also occur as a result of surgery or medications that suppress ovarian function, such as aromatase inhibitors used to protect against breast cancer.
“We lose testosterone in our mid-30s. Estrogen deficiencies usually start in our 40s,” she explains. “When progesterone becomes problematic is when we see irregular periods and get closer to menopause. The key is to recognize these changes early.”has been treating hormonal issues for decades. She shares that these changes can sneak up gradually. “It’s very typical that it starts with difficulty sleeping and then brain fog.
While this is not a complete summary of the changes that occur during this phase of life, it offers a glimpse at the wide range of issues women may face and to use that awareness to be prepared with healthy habits to address those changes.When it comes to supporting brain health through diet, Boules recommends The MIND diet, which stands for Mediterranean interventions for Neurodegenerative Delay.
While up to one glass of red wine per day was included in original MIND diet recommendations, more recent research has suggested that the risks of regular alcohol consumption may outweigh the potential benefits. For example,Exercise and other lifestyle habits WAVi measures brain response and physical response to provide direct assessments of brain function. “We’ve discovered there are certain markers that are marks of a person and markers that can be improved,” he explains.
He encourages finding a provider who’s serious about tracking brain health and following up on interventions. There is a wide array of clinicians who can use a tool like this, he adds, such as MDs, functional medicine doctors, and chiropractors. “Any qualified healthcare provider can use WAVi but some insurance companies require a neurologist to interpret it.”
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