‘Chandu Champion ain’t the only one transforming’, says Mini Mathur while sharing how she’s ‘making perimenopause work for me’

Mini Mathur is exceptionally honest on social media. In keeping with the same, she has also not shied away from talking about perimenopause and her experience with it and has opened up about the changes she has made in her diet, lifestyle, and fitness to ensure she stays on track with the hormonal changes. One of her recent Instagram posts was also about the same.

“Chandu Champion ain’t the only one transforming. You just have to want it badly enough. In my 20s and 30s, I could do ANYTHING and get away with it- late nights, drinks, junk food… my body would always process it and bounce back quickly. But women in their 40s are going through so many crazy changes in their bodies and minds that are frustratingly out of control. Dropping estrogen impacts nearly all our organs and yeah…slow assed metabolism as our body stores fat. This is the best time to make massive shifts in lifestyle and FIX things,” shared Mathur, 48.

She also gave a “little peek into how I’m making perimenopause work for me”.

Before diving into her checklist, let’s learn a little about perimenopause, which is the body’s indication that menopause is around the corner. “During this phase, ovaries gradually stop or slow down the process of making estrogen. Women undergo tremendous changes, both physical and psychological, in their bodies. It is also known as the transitional phase of menopause. Symptoms can include, hormonal imbalance, vaginal dryness, constant mood changes, difficulty in sleeping, frequent urge to pee, excessive sweating, and hot flashes,” said Dr Mansi Sharma, consultant, obstetrician and gynaecologist, Motherhood Hospital, Kharadi.

Here’s what Mathur listed from her experience.

1. Give up alcohol. Forget about it for a while if you want good sleep and faster metabolism. Be fun without it, shared Mathur.

2. Cut out refined sugar. Completely. Eat fruit and dates but please just zip your mouth on the desserts.

3. Start a strength training routine at a gym you can walk to. Nothing fancy. Start with light resistance training and yup walk those 10k steps. Easy.

4. Get to your bed at a reasonable time… rub cream on your feet…Watch something if you like .. sip chamomile tea (as long as you’re not munching on chocolate). Sleep at least 7 hours.

5. Cut out as many stress triggers as you can. Stop hanging out with negative, toxic folk. Stress =high cortisol= weight gain on the belly.

6. Start every meal with a bowl of vegetables (raw or steamed). Always fibre first… It doesn’t let your glucose spike.

“Please don’t wait for a Monday or the first to start this… just start it easy peasy today. No biggie this. You got it:)” she wrote.

 

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Are these effective tips?

*Consuming alcohol during perimenopause or menopause irritates your stomach which can lead to bloating, gas, and indigestion. “Alcohol can also lower your metabolism rate, resulting in sudden weight gain,” said Dr Sharma.

*Eating well-balanced food, which is packed with essential nutrients, proteins, minerals, and carbs helps maintain overall health and well-being. “It is advised to avoid junk food, or packed food as they contain preservatives and added sugar which can be harmful to your body. Instead, opt for healthier options like sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, or makhana or foxnuts for the crunch,” said Dr Sharma.

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*Getting enough sleep is necessary when your body undergoes various physical and psychological changes. “It is essential to sleep for at least 7 to 8 hours at night with minimal disturbance. This can help with managing stress and enhancing mood,” shared Dr Sharma.

*Indulging in stress-relieving techniques such as deep breathing exercises, yoga, and meditation can help reduce stress and relax your overall body. “It becomes essential to manage stress, as perimenopause can take a toll on emotional well-being,” Sharma added.

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