Menopause Facts

October is Menopause Awareness Month, and this year the focus is on Lifestyle Medicine, the everyday choices that can make a big difference to how we experience menopause and beyond. Over the next week I’ll be sharing tips, facts and gentle reminders to help you feel more in control of your health during this stage of life.

👉 Today’s focus: aching joints and frozen shoulder.

These symptoms might not be the first thing people think of when they hear the word menopause, but falling oestrogen levels affect more than periods and hot flushes. Oestrogen helps to protect bone, muscle and joint tissue, so when it drops, stiffness, pain and even frozen shoulder can appear.

This is exactly where lifestyle medicine comes in. Regular movement, stretching, strength work and good nutrition can all support joint health, ease stiffness and help you keep doing the things you love. Small, consistent steps really can make a difference.

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Aching Joints

Hidden Cholesterol Risks

Some things can sneakily affect your cholesterol and you might not even realise it! 💜

Here are a few hidden factors worth knowing about:

😴 Sleep matters – Skipping on quality sleep can throw off how your body handles fats, so try and fit some early nights into your week.

🚬 Smoking sneaks in – It can lower the “good” HDL cholesterol and make your arteries work harder.

🍷 Alcohol adds up – Too much can raise triglycerides, which affects your cholesterol balance.

💊 Medications count – Certain prescriptions, like some steroids or beta blockers, can influence your levels.

🩺 Health conditions – Diabetes, kidney issues or thyroid problems can quietly impact cholesterol.

👪 Family & age – Genetics and getting older both play a role, even if you feel healthy.

Just knowing these hidden risks gives you the knowledge so that you can start making small changes. Try and increase your sleep, cut back on alcohol, or checking in with your doctor, all add up to support your heart. 🫀

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Hidden Cholesterol Risks

Stress & Cholesterol

Did you know that stress can affect your cholesterol? 😮

When we’re stressed, our bodies release hormones that can change how fats are processed, which over time may lead to higher cholesterol levels. It’s another reason why taking care of your heart isn’t just about diet and exercise, managing stress matters too.

Finding little ways to relax during the day can make a difference. Whether it’s taking a few deep breaths, going for a short walk, or just pausing for a mindful moment, these small steps support your heart in the long run. 💜

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Stress and Cholesterol