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Women’s diet must be based on climacteric fruits, vegetables, fatty meats, fish and nonfat dairy products and rich in vitamin D, not forgetting, of course, foods rich in carbohydrates like rice, pasta and legumes.

1. Saturated and unsaturated fats
Fat. The Omega 3 unsaturated as reduce levels of cholesterol and triglycerides.
Saturated fats, which come mainly from animal foods (beef, chicken and whole milk and derivatives), and some types of industrial pastries made with coconut oil and palm oil, should be avoided by submitting a high content of LDL-cholesterol ( “bad”, which is deposited on the walls of the arteries).

However, unsaturated fats, those of plant origin (olive, sunflower, corn, soybeans, etc.). And from fish, should abound in the diet, and lowering total cholesterol.

In addition, olive oil increases HDL-cholesterol ( “good”, which “cleans” the walls of the arteries) which, as we know, helps prevent cardiovascular diseases.

2. The fiber
The fiber is present particularly in plant foods. It is indigestible, that is, our body is not able to process and digest, so it is eliminated via faeces, with practically the same structure with which it was ingested.

However, it has many advantages: it increases what we call the “fecal bolus and decreases constipation. By reducing the contact time stools help with the colon, it also reduces colon cancer. Moreover, the fiber is capable of carrying some fat during digestion, thus reducing slightly the levels of blood fat. Perhaps one of its disadvantages is that there are people you increase the sensation of flatulence.

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The anxieties, difficulty concentrating, overreacting to minor problems, easy irritability, forgetfulness and mood swings are typical psychological problems. Studies indicate that many cases of depression relate more to the circumstances of menopause it self. Other events, such as care for elderly relatives, retirement, divorce or widowhood, children growing and leaving the house occur around the time of menopause. Also, some problems may be caused indirectly due to the disruption of sleep. To address emotional symptoms you should exercise regularly. This will help maintain your hormonal balance and preserving bone strength. Talking with other women, who are going through menopause, can help with emotional symptoms. Women approaching menopause often complain of memory loss and inability to concentrate.