... Absolutely!!!! Sugar is a HUGE cause of hot flashes for me! I have been having major hot flashes for 2 years now and whenever I have consumed too much sugar my hot flashes are crazy. I read somewhere that sugar and white flour are not a menopausal woman's friend and it is best to stay away from them if at all possible. ... (3 replies)
... or replying to my post! The A.M. tremors have returned, since yesterday! It's the 2 week cycle again!! I am shaking like a leaf, my stomach is all upside down and moving around, my eyes are darting back and forth, and I'm all alone! I am so sorry to hear of your predicament. ... (2 replies)
... e been thru tremendous stess since 2010 losing some family members, small business not doing well causing financial difficulties, on the verge of losing our home and I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia in 2010 with intense daily pain and chemical sensitivities. ... (2 replies)
... WOW, what an interesting thing to find out! I just put it on my shopping list! I went into menopause 5.5 years ago and STILL have daily hot flashes. I've tried so many things. I will definitely try the raisin thing! Can't hurt. ... (4 replies)
... term pregnancy weight and there is no baby in the oven. My youngest is 29 years old... ... (3 replies)
... Well, my blood sugar tested fine twice in February and March. So I don't think I'm hypoglycemic but when I have these hot flashes, sure feels like it. ... (7 replies)
... ki, yes i get the symptoms same as yourself they actually thought my problems were all stomach related when i 1st 'took ill'. i eat i get terrible stomach pains, and that then makes me not want to eat, you then get hungry, low sugar and feel worse. its a vicious circle. ... (22 replies)
... Hi, Was wondering how you are coming along with the progesterone cream. (17 replies)
... Just read your post and saw where you were using the natural progesterone cream . I have been using it for about 5 months and it has helped alot. My energy levels are up and i just feel happy again . ... (17 replies)
... For me, my hormone related issues were 3 years of being plagued with, hot flashes, night sweats, no sleep, breast and ovarian cysts, thinning hair, and a very mooooody lady. ... (17 replies)
... I wouldn't do the BCP's. Try and see an endocrinologist who will review your blood work and help you understand things better. You probably would be better off with progesterone or HRT. ... (1 replies)
... I've been without a natural period for 20 years. I took hormones for 8 years and with the hormones I had an induced period. I've been off hormones for 12 years now. When I was perimenopausal, I had huge cravings for pickly things and sugar. ... (2 replies)
... lack Cohosh for meno symptoms, as I haven't been able to afford the Womens Menopausal Formula as yet. Will see how this goes, as I just started it yesterday. . . And I stepped up my vitamins, such as more calcium along with my regular multivitamin. ... (24 replies)
... One of the side effects of low blood sugar is SHAKING!!! ... (27 replies)
... hi this is Erin i am 35 years old i have had a tubligation 6 years ago and now all of a sudden starting last year i have these symptoms my doctor also said it was perimenopause i is this normal i also am bleeding between periods i will bleed for 5 days then two weeks later bleed for two days i am very cranky and have trouble sleeping at night i love to drink frappacunios and... (1 replies)
... Gyn won't do it. The hot flashes are a sign too of the hormones changing. HRT is an option if you're really going nuts. ... (7 replies)
... hi Basket Case!Oh my gosh...YES sugar is a trigger for sure!Soda is one of the worst too.Also bigger meals will tend to bring 'em on too.Do you have problems with any other foods? ... (3 replies)
... it started in a movie theatre and my husband had to hold on to me to stop me from shaking out of my skin. I have had hypoglycemia in the past but this is more complicated. ... (27 replies)
... you are feeling good. I am 55 years old went through menopause a few years back. Not one of my friends experienced the "thrills" like I have. I still have the hot flashes, more like rivers of sweats, but not as often. I have the heart palpatations and body pains. I don't have the mood swings thankfully. ... (27 replies)
... some of the time, yes. TTC means Trying to Concieve. I am not sure how I would be able to afford a "complete workup" as you put it, as I have NO health insurance and VERY little money. I am not sure what PCOS is, but will look it up. I had a papsmear and basic physical back in June for TTC, and it all came back normal. ... (4 replies)
