Menopause Low Energy & Fatigue

A lack of energy is one of the most common and most debilitating of all menopause symptoms, and affects almost 80 percent of all women. Extended periods of fatigue can wreak havoc on all areas of daily activity, including personal parenting, romantic relationships, professional abilities and general quality of life.

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Menopause Loss of Energy Overview
Symptoms of Decreased Energy During Menopause
Causes of Low Energy During Menopause
Menopause Low Energy Risks
Menopause Low Energy FAQ’s
Menopause Low Energy Treatment

Definition of Menopause Low Energy

Low energy or fatigue can be defined as ongoing lethargy, a persistent feeling of weakness, apathy or general tiredness.

Symptoms of Low Energy

  • Lethargy
  • Fatigue
  • Irritability
  • Reduced attention span
  • Mood swings
  • Easily winded
  • Memory lapses
  • Joint aches
  • Muscle aches
  • Slowed reflexes
  • Lack of coordination
  • Digestive difficulties
Lack of energy or fatigue resulting from menopause can have both physical and mental symptoms. Physical symptoms can include persistent drowsiness that is not alleviated by sleep, muscle fatigue, poor reaction time, decreased hand-eye coordination and sluggish digestion. Fatigue may be ongoing throughout the day or come and go, and is often most pronounced after meals.

Mental symptoms may include irritability, decreased attention span, inability to focus, difficulty in dealing with stress and moderating emotions and memory lapses.

Causes of Fatigue During Menopause

While increased sleep may not help alleviate the low energy levels associated with menopause, insomnia may make the symptom worse. During menopause, other seemingly unrelated symptoms, such as hot flashes and night sweats, can also sap energy levels.

However, the primary cause of menopausal low energy is hormone imbalances. Estrogen and progesterone have functions related to the sleep cycle. A lack of progesterone may make it difficult for a woman to fall asleep at all, while lowered amounts of estrogen will affect rapid eye movement (REM) – the periods of sleep that are crucial for the reconstructive activities of both body and brain.

Other Causes of Low Energy

  • Adrenal Fatigue
  • Anemia
  • Anxiety
  • Chronic fatigue syndrome
  • Depression
  • Heart Disease
  • Narcolepsy
  • Psychological Illness
  • Sleep Apnea
  • Sleep disorders
  • Thyroid dysfunction
Low energy during menopause can also have severely detrimental effects on quality of life for women. The hormonal imbalances that come with menopause can also cause mood changes in the brain, as important hormone levels decline and affect brain chemistry. These can lead to symptoms of menopause depression, such as loss of energy.

Risks Caused by Fatigue

Physical symptoms of low energy – such as changes in reaction time or reduced coordination – can make women more prone to accidents. Low energy can also lead to mood problems, such as anxiety, depression and irritability as a result of fatigue.

As is the case with other cognitive symptoms of menopause – such as difficulty concentrating, irritability and mood swings – fatigue and lack of energy can endanger personal relationships and professional performance.

Other Risks

  • Allergies
  • Boredom
  • Alcohol/Drugs/Caffeine
  • Jet Lag
  • Poor Diet
  • Stress
  • Sedentary Lifestyle

FAQ’s on Lower Energy Levels During Menopause

Q: How can I distinguish between menopause lack of energy and exhaustion?

A: While drowsiness can result from lack of energy, the underlying fatigue is often not relieved by an increase in sleep. Amberen can not only help resolve lack of energy stemming from hormonal imbalances, but also sleep disturbances resulting from menopause such as insomnia or night sweats. Read more FAQ’s related to low energy.

Treatments to Prevent Fatigue

When fatigue hitsFor women seeking a natural and effective remedy for low energy levels during menopause, Amberen offers a safe, powerful solution. Amberen has been clinically proven support the endocrine system by providing accessible energy to cells throughout the body – facilitating proper function of glands and neurotransmitter balance. With a scientifically created molecular structure that can cross cell boundaries, Amberen allows your body to regulate its own balances of hormones – bringing relief for low energy levels safely and naturally.
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