What is Menopause?
When a woman has not had a period for 12 months.
When will I go through Menopause?
Everyone is different, but usually the ages of 45-55 years, unless you have a hysterectomy or had a cancer treatment.
What symptoms can I expect?
Approximately 80% of women will experience symptoms. 20% may not experience any symptoms.
You may not experience all symptoms.
Useful information and resources:
- Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists Patient Information
- Cycle of change – understanding menopause
- NHS Menopause
- The Association of UK Dietitians – Food Fact Sheet
- Heart UK – Guide to Eating Well – During the Menopause
- British Nutrition Foundation – Nutrition and the Menopause
- British Nutrition Foundation – Managing menopause with diet
- Oldways – Cultural Food Traditions
- Heart UK – The Mediterranean Diet
- Women's Health Concerns | Confidential Advice, Reassurance and Education
