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Symptom 2: Disruptive Night Sweats
You know that feeling when you wake up soaked at 3 a.m.? A 2019 Sleep Medicine study found 70% of menopausal women face night sweats. Sarah, 52, a teacher, dreaded bedtime. “I was exhausted,” she said. Cooling sheets and diet tweaks helped. By week two, she slept better. “My energy returned,” she smiled. How it works: Hormonal shifts trigger sweating. Self-check: How often do you wake up sweaty? If often, this matters. But there’s a twist ahead.
Symptom 3: Brain Fog
STOP—before you continue, rate your mental clarity on a scale of 1-5. Hold that thought. Brain fog clouds focus during menopause. A 2021 Neurology study links it to estrogen’s role in cognition. Maria, 47, a lawyer, forgot case details. “I felt lost,” she said. Omega-3 supplements sharpened her mind. “I’m back in court,” she beamed. How it works: Estrogen supports brain function. You’re in the top 40% of readers—ready for more?
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