Throughout a woman’s reproductive years, estrogen and progesterone are two hormones that drive the menstrual cycle. However, as the body becomes accustomed to these hormones, the cycle slows before stopping altogether. This stop in the menstrual cycle is called menopause, and it marks the gradual end of fertility and menstrual periods for women.
Due to societal stigma surrounding women’s health and aging and the lack of accurate information regarding menopause, there are many myths about what menopause is and how it affects women. Let’s debunk some of the most common myths about menopause and explain how best to live and thrive – this is your glow forward time.
MYTH: Menopause is just a “phase”
- There is often a misguided belief that menopause is just a phase as opposed to a physical state due to the natural aging process.
FACT: Menopause, perimenopause, and post menopause are natural processes
- Perimenopause is the eight-to-ten-year period leading to menopause, where your ovary function and hormone production slows. Menopause refers to the eventual stopping of menstrual periods for at least 12 months.
- Women then enter post menopause, in which they remain for the rest of their lives. Thus, menopause itself is a point in time that leads directly into post menopause, which is not a phase but rather a new life stage.
MYTH: Menopause only affects women who are 50 or older
FACT: The transition to menopause usually begins in your mid-40s, but it can occur in women as early as their 30s
- The most common age for menopause is between 45 and 55, but certain surgeries, medical conditions, or medications can bring on menopause. Early menopause can also be genetic and sometimes occurs with no known cause.
MYTH: Menopause leads to weight gain
FACT: Menopause can impact a woman’s weight, but laying the groundwork for exercise and nutrition can help you retain muscle mass, agility, and healthy habits as you move through menopause and beyond.
- Menopause often involves muscle change, which can be directly counteracted by maintaining or increasing protein intake and regular physical activity like strength training. Adding products like Isagenix’s Clear Protein into your routine can help you with this goal! By combining 20 grams of grass-fed whey protein with essential electrolytes, it can continually manage the body composition changes that occur with menopause.
MYTH: Menopause symptoms are the same for every woman
FACT: Women do not all experience menopause the same. The types of symptoms as well as their durations will vary from woman to woman.
- Common symptoms include: irregular periods, hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, difficulty sleeping, emotional changes, joint and muscle aches and pains, hair loss or thinning, irritability, and difficulty concentrating. Often, changes in your hormone levels will cause many of these symptoms, and they will occur at different intensities throughout your menopause journey.
MYTH: There is nothing women can do about their menopause symptoms
FACT: There are many ways women can positively impact their menopause symptoms—these are not things women should “just live with.”
- Sometimes it is as simple as changing your environment. For example, if you struggle most with hot flashes or excessive sweating it may be beneficial to avoid hot environments and spicy foods. Some women also consult with their physicians about using hormone therapy like estrogen therapy to boost lowered hormone levels.
- Renewal Sleep Support is a quick-acting melatonin spray that helps you fall asleep and stay asleep. It uses melatonin, valerian root, and L-theanine to support better rest, which can improve memory, focus, and clear thinking.† Getting good sleep may also ease irritability and mood changes that can happen during menopause.
- When it comes to hair loss and thinning, Isagenix’s Hair Revival is one way to gain thicker and stronger hair and a more nourished scalp even during menopause.† Using Banana Flower Extract, the product will work against symptoms of hair thinning to instead make your hair feel thicker and stronger.
- Harmonia is a hormone-free supplement made to support women going through menopause. It helps your body ease common symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, and trouble sleeping, while also supporting sexual health.† With trusted ingredients like EstroG-100 and SaffSerene, Harmonia offers a natural, non-hormonal way to feel more balanced, comfortable, and confident during this stage of life.
- The Holistic Harmony Bundle is a menopause-targeted bundle containing Harmonia, Ionix Supreme, Renewal Sleep Support, Hair Revival, and Recharge NAD for multi-symptom, hormone-free menopause relief.
Many women feel unsure about menopause, but knowing the facts can make it easier. By recognizing the signs and learning about ways to ease symptoms, women can feel more prepared and in control. Menopause is a normal stage of life and not something to be afraid of. Today, there are more options than ever for support and relief, helping women move through this transition with confidence and peace of mind.
†These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The products discussed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
