11 Secret Foods That Ease Menopause Symptoms

Good for you, you have decided to take control of yourself, instead of Menopause controlling you! One of the big steps in your personal makeover as making the right food choices. If you did not know, food choices impacts your symptoms, your energy, your frame of mind.
I am going to share with you 11 foods that have really helped me overcome those negative side affects of menopause. To name a few, bloating, anxiety, depression and constipation. These foods not only help with those wicked symptoms of menopause, but they burn belly fat, and eliminate it; they make your skin glow, increase your energy, help you sleep. These great foods are so good for you, and to you. Doesn't that make you feel a little better?
Here are the 11 Secret Foods that give you clear eyes, soft hair and nails, strong immunity. You will feel energized, empowered, and strong.These good foods even reduce the appearance of wrinkles, add oxygen to your blood, and soften your skin, along with all the other benefits I listed above. And they are so yummy, and filling. Come on, let me introduce you to our friends.
1) Cucumbers - Full of chlorophyll and oxygen, cucumbers are loaded with vitamins and minerals. A fabulous high PH, low sugar, must eat. So yummy and crisp in salads, juices and smoothies.
2) Avocados - A fruit, who knew. With more potassium than a banana. Packed with 70% good fats and oils that give you a slow burn that works on your fat, non - stop.
3) Lime - Even though this fruit is considered acidic,when the body breaks it down, it has an alkalizing effect on the body. This lowers the bodies Ph, protecting us, and burning fat. Limes give that "sweet" taste to foods.
4) Almonds - A fabulous snack! The monounsaturated fats and vitamin E will help lower your LDL cholesterol. It's a healthy substitute for people with wheat allergies or diabetics. And it helps clear your complexion.
5) Wild Caught Salmon - So much protein, vitamin D and omega - 3 fatty acids. These fish are full of good cholesterol, and the proteins and omega - 3 fatty acids are used in your fat burning furnace.
6) Fresh Spinach - Loaded with antioxidants. A strong iron source, vitamins A,E,C & K, and even those great omega - 3 fatty acids. Truly a "super" veggie.
7) Asparagus - Very low in calories and so high in antioxidants. With the nutrient density and wonderful source of fiber, asparagus aids in your digestion, and gives you a natural protein that helps build long, lean muscle.
8) Tomato - Wow, another low sugar, fat burning fruit.Tomatoes have an ostonishingly high level of vitamin A and some have even double the amount of vitamin C. Yummy too.
9) Sprouted Seed Bread - the healthiest alternative to satisfy your bread and carb needs. Yea, you get toast!Plus they are high in fiber,and have a great protein content to keep your muscles strong.
10) Olive Oil - Delicious and full of the monounsaturated fats that help reduce coronary heart disease. The fatty acids in this oil have anti - inflammatory and anti - hypertensive properties.
11) Broccoli - An anti - viral, anti - bacterial goodie. Broccoli,will all that vitamin C, helps burn fat and is an excellent source of fiber.
Look at that list! You can have toast and nuts to snack on and Avocados....no calorie counting, no portion control. And you are Burning Fat while you eat.
Add lots of water with Super Greens Supplement, and Honey, You are a fat burning machine!
Don't worry, don't give up, more help is on the way! Over the next couple of weeks you will be receiving more ammunition to fight those hormones that add belly fat, as well as so many other awful symptoms. I know what you are going though, and I am going to help you win back you sanity, your self.
Hang in there!
It's Your journey, but You're not alone,
Corby Campbell,
Co Founder: http://www.menopausemasterplan.com/

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Estrogen Rich Foods - A Natural Remedy For Hot Flashes

Few women suffering from hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, mood swings and brittle hair are aware that estrogen rich foods represent a natural remedy for hot flashes and most all menopause symptoms. These foods could be a particular blessing to women who are wary of synthetic hormone replacement therapy.
The foods I'm talking about help lessen the discomfort of menopause because they contain phytoestrogens. Phytoestrogens come primarily in two forms - isofavones and lignans. Isoflavones are found primarily in plant based food such as fruits and vegetables. Lignans are found in legumes that grow underground. Instead of giving a long list of fruits and vegetables for you to shop for I would prefer to give you a simple four part strategy that is much easier to remember and facilitate on a daily basis.
Strategy number one, eat more beans. Beans are high in fiber, and isoflavones. They are a good source of protein and their protein to carbohydrate ratio is excellent. They are the perfect "survival" food. The best of the beans from an isoflavone standpoint are garbanzos, lima beans, navy beans and black-eyed peas..
Strategy number two, eat more fruits and vegetables. I know that it sounds like something your mother would tell you but they are good for you. They are high in fiber and isoflavones as well as vitamins and minerals. The particular fruits to target are apples, dates, plums and cherries. This is an important part of the menopause regimen.
Strategy number three, eat more soy and tofu. Soy protein shakes are an excellent meal replacement as well as being an excellent source of plant based estrogen. Tofu is excellent when cut up in salads and as a meat replacement in various casseroles. Don't make a snap judgement on the first taste of tofu it will grow on you!
Strategy number four, eat more flaxseed. I particularly enjoy flaxseed oil based peanut butter. I have a coffee grinder and I use it to grind up flaxseed and then sprinkle it into my cereal either hot or cold. Flaxseed is excellent as a source of fiber and is believed to be a deterent to many forms of cancer, most notably breast cancer.
If you have rejected hormone replacement therapy then by all means try adding estrogen rich foods to your diet as a natural remedy for hotflashes and other menopausal discomforts. Benefits derived from eating estrogen foods will take four to six weeks to become noticeable.
Take charge of your health and discover a multitude of ways to conquer menopause by checking out Help My Hot flashes or go to http://estrogenrichfoods.blogspot.com/.

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Foods To Fight Hot Flashes

Many women over 40 struggle with hot flashes and a lot of them are looking for non-medical ways to feel better. A good place to start when you are trying to feel better, no matter what the cause, is to examine what you are eating. Often our diet can cause us to be sick and, just as often, the food we eat can help to heal us. As Hippocrates said, "Let food be your medicine, and medicine be your food."
Let's look at some dietary tips to help with hot flashes. After the tips, you'll find a tasty recipe that incorporates some of the foods talked about below.
1. Avoid Hot FlashTriggers -For some women, certain foods or substances in foods can set off hot flashes. These include caffeine, alcohol and spicy foods. It may be helpful to keep a log or journal, recording what you eat and when you experience hot flashes to see if there is a connection.
2. Try adding Soy foods to your diet- Soy contains isoflavones, compounds that have estrogen-like effects. Women in Japan, who consume a relatively high amount of soy, have significantly less hot flashes than women in the U.S. and soy may be the reason why. Consider adding 1-2 servings per day of whole soy foods, such as edamame (soybeans in the shell), roasted soy nuts, tofu, tempeh (firmer than tofu with a textured, nutty flavor) or soy milk. Stay away from soy powders or supplements since they tend to be highly processed and more research is needed to assure that they are safe and effective.
3. Eat more plant-based, whole foods like whole grains, beans, fruits and vegetables (especially leafy greens) and less animal and processed food. Commercially produced meat and dairy and highly processed packaged food increase inflammation in the body, whereas plant-based, whole foods decrease inflammation, and can help you feel better overall and help decrease hot flash symptoms.
4. Drink Water- Staying hydrated can help keep you cool and comfortable. Substitute a cold glass of water for any soda or sweetened drinks you may usually have.
Quick and Easy Hot Flash Recipe
Orecchiette with Edamame, Tomatoes and Ricotta Salata- serves 4
Ingredients:
1 ½ pounds shelled edamame
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
½ medium onion, minced
1 pound grape or cherry tomatoes, cut in half
1 pound orecchiette or small shells- multi-grain or whole grain, if possible
2 ounces ricotta salata cheese, finely crumbled or grated- you can substitute with grated Parmesan or Pecorino Romano cheese
Salt and pepper
Bring 4 quarts water to boil in a large pot for cooking the edamame and the pasta.
Add the edamame to the boiling water and simmer for two minutes. Transfer the edamame with a slotted spoon to a large bowl. Set aside. Keep pot of water on the heat.
Heat the oil in a large skillet. Add the onion and saute over medium heat until translucent, about 3 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes and salt and pepper to taste and simmer until the tomatoes soften slightly but do not lose their shape, about 4 minutes.
Stir in the edamame. Cook until the beans are completely tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Adjust the seasonings.
Bring the pot of water back to boiling and add the orecchiette or small shells. Cook until al dente and drain.
Toss the pasta with the tomato-edamame sauce and mix well. Divide among individual bowls and sprinkle with cheese. Serve immediately.
-adapted from The Complete Italian Vegetarian Cookbook, Jack Bishop
Here's to staying cool, calm and collected!
Reina Marino, M.D.
Dr. Marino specializes in Integrative and Lifestyle Medicine in the Philadelphia area. She uses nutrition, stress management and exercise to help people lose weight, increase their energy, and decrease their stress so that they can look and feel like their younger selves and bring their best to their families, friends and work.
Find out more at http://drreinamarino.com/. You can contact Dr. Marino at rm@drreinamarino.com or by calling 267-519-0810

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