Wellness And Lifestyle Management
Menopause and Diet
After menopause, your calcium requirement goes up along with iron requirements. Add calcium rich -diary based foods to your diet , along with green leafy vegetables to make up for the iron supplementation.Vitamin D is also very important for calcium absorption and bone formation. Vitamin D can greatly cut your risk of spinal fractures. Also a diet low in saturated trans fat can help keep your lipids and weight in check , thereby reducing the cardiovascular risk .
Nutrition in Pregnancy
To maintain a healthy pregnancy, approximately 300 extra calories are needed each day. These calories should come from a balanced diet of protein, fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Sweets and fats should be kept to a minimum. A healthy, well-balanced diet can also help to reduce some pregnancy symptoms, such as nausea and constipation. Maintaining a good hydration is a must . To know more connect with our experts.
Nutrition in Anemia
Are you tired all the time ? having dizziness , fatigue may be symptoms of anemia – low heamoglobin. The most common nutritional cause of anaemia is iron deficiency, although deficiencies in folate and vitamin B12 are also important causes. Anaemia may affect menstruating adolescent girls and women, and pregnant and postpartum women. Diet rich in iron – green leafy vegetables may go in a long way to help manage iron deficiency.
Menopause And Exercise
Many women gain weight after menopause due to declining estrogen levels. Raising your activity level will help avoid this weight gain. Regular exercise benefits the heart and bones, helps control weight, and can improve your mood. Women who are not physically active are more likely to have heart disease, obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes, and osteoporosis. Connect with our fitness consultant to know more.