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Menopause
Menopause occurs between the age of 45 and 54. During menopause, the ovaries stop producing eggs, the production of estrogen and progesterone declines. After menopause is complete, a woman can no longer get pregnant. The whole process may take one to three years. I will limit the discussion here to health and diet during this period.
Diet
Hormone Replacement: Soy products
Vaginal Infection: Dahi Yogurt with live culture
Urinary Tract Infection: Cranberries
Bone Loss
Need to intake 1,200 mg of Calcium per day.
Dietary Calcium Guidelines for Vegetarians, Daily Requirements
In addition, South Asians must also watch the Vitamin D intake, a necessity in synthesizing Calcium.
We should intake plenty of Dairy products specially that are fortified with Vitamin D. In addition, salmon, sardines with bones, dark green leafy vegetables (Kale, Collards, Mustard, Spinach), and Broccoli.
Cholesterol and Heart Disease: Antioxidant foods and Omega3
Do not smoke, it may cause early Menopause
Exercise
Do weight bearing exercises such as walking and jogging.