Physical activity may improve mood and quality of life during menopause
A new study published in Menopause suggests that physical activities like walking, yoga, and dance can significantly improve psychological well-being for women during perimenopause and early postmenopause. Aerobic exercises were found to be particularly effective in reducing depressive symptoms and enhancing quality of life.
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This research offers non-pharmacological interventions for the millions of women experiencing menopause-related mental health challenges.
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Add to Preferred Sources Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Engaging in physical activity during menopause can improve depression, mood and overall quality of life, a new study led by UCL researchers has found. Published in Menopause , the review of more than 1,000 women studied the effects of physical activity on psychological well-being and quality of life during perimenopause and early postmenopause.
Menopause is when a woman's periods stop due to lower hormone levels. This usually happens between the ages of 45 and 55. It is estimated that there are currently around 13 million perimenopausal or menopausal women in the U.K.
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