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A common myth is that onset of forgetfulness in menopause is a sign of early dementia. On and , Yoga Therapist and Menopause expert, Lindsey Brown, explains why not to fear and how using therapeutic yoga to learn about the mind and body can help with the forgetful and foggy symptoms that can sometimes be associated with the menopause:

'Oestrogen offers many protective elements for our brain and body which, aside from bone health, include memory and cognition. We have oestrogen receptors in neurons and other cells that play a role in learning, memory, cognitive functions (planning, executing, reasoning), emotion and homeostatic regulation (blood pressure, heart rate and hormones amongst others).

During menopause, these receptors become deprived of oestrogen and therefore are unable to conduct their various roles efficiently. Further research is still required to fully understand the effect of oestrogen on the brain but it is clear that it influences cognitive function.

The good news? Studies show that our learning ability and memory improve at postmenopause stage! This is the antithesis of what was thought! On the other hand, it is important to note that stress hormones (specifically cortisol) impact memory and affect brain function; this is a really key area to focus on when considering how to mitigate menopausal symptoms.'

Much of what Yoga Therapy offers is focused on stress reduction and therefore reducing the risks associated with it. Mindfulness practices in therapeutic yoga build a resilient nervous system by positively affecting physiology such as heart rate and blood pressure. These practices further support a reduction in inflammation as we see a stress hormone release in the form of estrogen.

Visit https://themindedinstitute.com/is-what-you-believe-about-menopause-true/ to read the full blog where Lindsey debunks more myths around menopause.

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