Dr. Jon LaPook from CBSDoc.com talks about menopausal body changes with a gynecologist with expertise in hormonal changes and a personal trainer. Middle line? Protein for breakfast, whole grain carbs, exercise later in the day, do Omega 3 (Fish Oil/Flaxseed Oil) and Vitamin D. Do some upper body weight training to keep muscle mass up to increase BMR. Also a diet high plant protein can offset collagen... »
It was only a matter of time I guess before someone decided to see if the symptoms women experience as they transition thru menopause effects their work performance. As if women are not already discriminated enough in the workplace ... Do we really need studies like this Dutch one looking at "the impact of menopausal symptoms on work ability" that claims "Menopausal symptoms are negatively associated with work ability and may increase the risk of sickness absence"? I mean what were they thinking? That this is going to help women in the 40-60 age bracket obtain employment more easily? Or did they think this would... »