STAYING ACTIVE AND HEALTHY DURING MENOPAUSE
Across
- 3. A holistic approach to health that balances physical, emotional, and mental needs
- 6. Essential nutrients, such as D and B12, often needed in higher amounts during menopause.
- 7. A physical activity that boosts mood, strengthens bones, and relieves menopause symptoms.
- 12. The act of drinking enough water to stay healthy and reduce hot flashes.
- 13. Additional vitamins and minerals to support health during menopause.
- 17. Techniques like deep breathing that can ease stress and hot flashes.
- 19. Chemical messengers in the body that shift during menopause.
- 20. Eating a balanced diet to maintain health and energy during menopause.
Down
- 1. A structured schedule that promotes consistency in sleep and exercise.
- 2. A skill improved through certain exercises, crucial for reducing fall risk in later years.
- 4. Essential for recovery and hormone regulation, often disrupted during menopause.
- 5. Staying present and aware, helping to manage stress and mood swings.
- 8. A mineral vital for bone strength, especially as estrogen levels drop.
- 9. Built through weight training, helping to maintain muscle and bone density.
- 10. Professional support that can help manage emotional challenges during menopause.
- 11. A calming practice to reduce stress and improve mental clarity.
- 14. Gentle movements that improve flexibility and relieve joint stiffness.
- 15. A combination of stretches and poses that enhance flexibility and reduce menopause-related anxiety.
- 16. A macronutrient necessary for muscle maintenance and energy.
- 18. A low-impact exercise that supports heart and bone health.