Smokers are urged to quit before starting hormone therapy. Ask your healthcare professional about modern tools to help you quit smoking.
Exercise daily
Regular exercise benefits the heart and bones, helps you maintain a healthy weight, and may help promote weight loss in women who are overweight or obese.
Walking is one of the best forms of exercise.
Eat wisely
Eating wisely also helps maintain good postmenopausal health.
Eating a variety of foods from the major food groups provides most of the nutrients you need to stay healthy.
Foods rich in calcium and vitamin D help you maintain strong bones.
According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, the recommended daily intake of calcium is 1200 to 1500 mg/day, to be accompanied by the daily intake of 600 to 1000 IU of Vitamin D.
Limiting fat, sugar, and alcohol consumption can contribute to postmenopausal weight loss or help you maintain a healthy weight as well.
Your healthcare professional can check your cholesterol level and advise you about dietary changes that could curb heart disease. Don’t forget to drink plenty of water.