Welcome to the OutUK series looking at gay men and their health brought to you in association with the NHS website.
Each week we'll tackle a different topic in our A to Z of Gay Health. We'll have features and advice on everything from relationships, sexual health, mental and physical conditions and how to stay fit. You can follow any of links provided below for more information direct from the NHS website, or see this week's feature L: Laxatives.

Lifestyle Changes To Make If Youre Unable To Take Hrt

Find out about changes to your lifestyle that may improve your menopause symptoms, such as exercise and a balanced diet.

If you're unable to take hormone replacement therapy (HRT) or decide not to, you may want to consider alternative ways of controlling your perimenopause and menopause symptoms.

These lifestyle changes can also be helpful alongside HRT.

Do

  • regular exercise - regular physical activity can reduce hot flushes and improve sleep

  • have a healthy diet - a balanced diet can help make sure you do not put on weight and can keep your bones healthy

  • wear loose clothes and sleep in a cool, well-ventilated room if you get hot flushes and night sweats - this can help you to stay cool

  • cut down on caffeine, alcohol and spicy food - they have all been known to trigger hot flushes

  • quit smoking - giving up can help reduce hot flushes

  • try a vaginal lubricant or moisturiser if you have vaginal dryness - several different types are available to buy from shops and pharmacies

Read more about things you can do to help with menopause

Find out more about how you can help your menopause symptoms on the Menopause Self Care Forum



OutUK's A to Z of Gay Health continues and you can read this week's feature L: Laxatives. We have covered many subjects in this series and you can catch up with all of our Previous A to Z Features.

If you want to find out more about this particular topic you can visit the Original article on the NHS website. If you are worried by any aspect of your health make sure you go and see your doctor or book an appointment at your local clinic.
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