Tense, aching muscles.....perceived weakness.

How much B12 have you been taking?  I take 100mg of B6 and 1000mcg of B12. Helped in the beginning but doesn't seem to as much.  May need to increase dosage of B12 but how much? 

So glad B6 and B12 helps you too.

Made my life much better ..

Seems to improve and help a few ladies symptoms .. 

Jarrows or similar B12 5000mcg cherry flavour is the best strength for energy. 

The higher the mcg the better.

Also in peri B6 must be at least 100 mg 

( i take 150mg B 6 ) 

Good luck ladies 

Hang in there 

Jay xx

I'm taking 150mg of B6 but my B12 bottle has this funny symbol on it. It doesn't say 100mg, it says 100yg, but the y is back to front. What does it mean? I'm just taking one tablet at the moment but it says on the bottle I can take 1-5 per day.  Do you think I need to up my dose?

Going shopping Monday to buy vit E and I think that might be all I'll take for now. Actually though, lately I'm finding I have a pretty much constant headache and thick head, not so painful that I need medication for it, but if I turn my head in a certain way, I can feel it. Does this mean I'm lacking something else?

vit B12 isnt in MG 

it is normally MCG 

do you mean yours is 100 ug 

jayxx 

i dont know what brand of B12 you take ..

but 1 x ug = is 1 x mcg 

so if you say your on 100ug 

i can only guess with your info that you have 100ug

which is not much at all..

normally B12 ranges from 1000mcg - 5000mcg 

5000mcg being the best ..

usually the low ug ( mcg)  minimal amounts are placed in multivits or complexes, and cheaper versions 

jay xx

many thanks 🙏😊

either get just a B6 ( 100mg ) from Biovea web or holland and Barret

or get holand and barret Busy B as that contains 100mg B6 

or Mega B 100 Time release complex from holland & Barret that contains 100mg B6 

jarrows B12 5000mcg Cherry flavour .. red label is best ..

amazon uk

or another b12 that is 5000mcg 

jay x

i get mine from the farmacia and they are Benerva 300mg by Bayer ..

i have to split  mine in half so its 150mg daily of B6.

100mg B6 is also a good amount.

take in the morning as it does boost energy 

jay xx

Thank you very much for all your advice 🙏😊 very kind of you.

How soon would you say it took to see some improvement ? 

Deb x

well that varies from person to person..

but for me the B6 took my anxiety, feelings of doom and aches away 

in two weeks max 

good luck 

jay xx

That sounds amazing 😊🙏 if you don't mind me asking would you say the Anxiety was quite bad for you ?  I seem to be having a silly thing where I worry about having my hair done ? Silly I know, I think I will feel unwell while its being done . . . I really want it to go.

Take care Deb x

mine was awful the anxiety ( common in peri) 

hit me near the end of peri i am post menopause now ..

i was becoming a recluse .. Didnt want to go out, kept thinking the worst all the time, didnt want to speak to people, it was like dread of everything .

i had to get a grip and accept it and the B6 helped no end 

funny cuz my doc gave me a prescription of B6 in early peri and i didnt bother with it as he never explained the benefits back then..

my partner works over seas so i had to do something as still need to go out and shop and do the usual things ..

its not depression, its just anxiety from peri and menopause 

jay xx

Adrenal fatigue, for example, is a common secondary condition for many women going through perimenopause. B-vitamins support healthy adrenal function, along with calming and maintaining a healthy nervous system.

Many women also suffer with mood swings during perimenopause.

Both B12 and B6 vitamins aid in the production of neurotransmitters such as serotonin, a key brain chemical needed to stabilize moods and promote feelings of wellness and contentment.

For women who suffer with brain fog, and memory issues in perimenopause, low levels of B6 could be part of the problem.

Depression, confusion, and an inability to concentrate are all associated with B6 deficiency. Vertigo, dizziness, and heart palpitations are also common complaints from women going through perimenopause.

All of these symptoms have been associated with (among other things) a B12 deficiency. Vitamin B6 can also help with stubborn weight gain in perimenopause.

It is key in the breakdown and utilization of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins in our diet, and is necessary for a healthy metabolism - both which can help manage weight.

look for at least 100mg B6 

and 5000mcg of B12

Whilst I am so sorry to hear this it is certainly a relief to hear someone else had the same !  Mine seemed to start about 8 years ago, I felt really weird and faint whilst standing in a que at the shops ! So now I won't go on my own if it involves queing up that then led me to not like going to any appointments like the Dentist ! Again incase I felt unwell whilst there . . . All bought on by feeling anxious ! So grateful for your advice xx

Take care Deb

i started peri age 40 .. I bled for 21 months solid ranging from heavy, normal, spotting etc and i was lucky if i had three days clear .

i had three faints .. One in a big store alone and was 60 miles from home.

then i started Maca rain forest food Maca 5.1 

and still take to this day ..

in peri your blood sugars drop and you feel like a faint coming ..

always .. Even if you dont want to have breakfast ( toast or weetabix ) 

and eat little and often..

jay xx

Identifying Dizziness

Dizziness can be categorized into several different medical conditions. The most common type of dizziness experienced by menopausal women is disequilibrium, which describes a feeling of unsteadiness and loss of balance. When this happens you will feel like the room is spinning, or that you are spinning. It can be a little disorienting and even worrying at times.

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Hormones

During menopause, levels of the reproductive hormone estrogen decrease drastically. This change and imbalance of hormones causes many of the menopausal symptoms women experience, including dizziness. Dizziness typically goes away on its own postmenopause. If it doesn't, it may indicate a more serious health condition or be related to certain medications.

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Symptoms

Common symptoms include: feeling faint, weakness, nausea, fatigue, loss of balance and lightheadedness. These symptoms can strike at any point in the day. Some last for just a few seconds and others can last longer.

4

Triggers

An extreme fluctuation can be one of the biggest triggers of the symptoms of dizziness. Oftentimes, menopausal symptoms have a domino effect in which one symptom leads to another. For example, women who are fatigued or experiencing a hot flash may also feel dizzy.

Other triggers include irregular blood pressure, low blood sugar, medications and dehydration, as well as too much alcohol and tobacco. Avoiding these triggers will greatly reduce the likelihood of a dizzy spell occurring.

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How to Manage an Attack

Going through a dizzy spell is a distressing time for anybody, so knowing what to do is crucial.

The first thing to consider is safety – avoiding injuries and falls.

Try to sit or lie down until the episode passes.

Closing your eyes and holding your ears can also alleviate the problem. If you suffer from continuous attacks, consult your doctor.

You may also consider not wearing high heels, not driving while feeling a episode of dizziness, ensuring you have enough sleep, and getting up slowly from lying down or sitting.

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How to Treat Dizziness

Dizziness usually disappears on its own and episodes are typically very brief. To help prevent episodes, it is important that women stay hydrated eat a low-salt diet, develop a solid sleep pattern, and limit their consumption of alcohol. Quitting smoking can also help, as well as exercising regularly and getting plenty of fresh air. 

surprisingly if you tackle it and go out ..

get Vits that help 

it gives you a big positive feeling and once your out you enjoy it and 

so glad you pushed yourself..

jay xx

Your advice and information is fantastic I appreciate it greatly and really can't thank you enough !

Big hug to you x

is a must ..

And B6 100mg and B12 5000mcg ( Jarrows) 

changed my life personally .. 😃

"Maca nutrients help restore natural hormones in women. Unlike hormone drugs, which are basically resumed in taking synthetic hormones, Maca acts totally different in your body.

It nourishes and stimulates your own natural hormone production, by inducing the optimal functioning of the pituitary and endocrine glands". 

your welcome sweetie 

i just base these on personal experience and how they helped me 

and always share if it will help others ..

have been researching many things for many years ..

had a 10 year peri so tried many and long trials too.

i am 13 months post meno now 

relatively sane 😃 and age 50 now 

jay xx

I really hope mine will have ended by 50 if not sooner 🙏 you must be so happy to now be the other side off all these awful symtoms x

Take care Deb x

still get blip days hun..

then other post menopause problems then.. 😢

i had a natural ten year peri .. No HRT ...

But not too bad now ..

still have sleepness night issues 

jay xx

Oh no there are post menopause problems after ?? oh dear that's not good news . . . Dare I ask what they are apart from sleep issues ? 

Deb x

you never feel the same as you did ..

better but not the same 

but we are getting older ..

after .. Its the vaginal atrophy ( dryness) 

thinning of the vaginal walls .. Painful sex.. bacterial Vaginosis .. UTIs 

vaginal flora all out of sync ..

thats when Estriol vaginal cream comes in handy 

Gynest, Ovestin or Estring 

😩

jay xx

Do you take separate B6 & 12 or is it one of the complex's?

Also I take menopace multi vit which has 30 mg Vit E, 5 ug Vit D and 100mg Magnesium..  

I know you have mentioned those ones as helping you I think.. Do those amounts seem about right or is separate higher doses the way to go?

You truly seem to be the font of all knowledge with regards to peri!

Thanks 

Heather x

i live in spain so i get different B6 here 

i take it seperately..

if you buy a B6 that is 100mg or a mega B 100 complex from holland and barret or Busy B from holland and barret then its a good complex and they both have 100mg of B6 in.

i use to take only Jarrows B12 5000 mcg Methyl cherry flavour 

as its the best ..

now i have injections every two weeks.. 

menopace in my opinion is a little of everything .. And very little ..

i personally wouldnt bother with it.. 

its that ' you get what you pay for scenario' 

i also take Menapol Plus x 2 daily 

they are resaonable in price but very good ..

from amazon Uk or simply simplements site 

jay xx

Menapol Plus x 2 daily 

 Nutritional Information    Per capsule

 Cranberry Extract 1250mg (36:1) standardised to 35mg =1250mg

    -  

 Dandelion Root Extract 500mg (10:1) standardised to 50mg =500mg 

    -  

 Liquorice Extract 500mg (10:1) standardised to 50mg =500mg 

    -  

 Red Clover Extract 500mg (12:1) standardised to 42mg =500mg

    -  

 Acai Berry Extract 250mg (5:1) standardised to 50mg =250mg 

    -  

 Siberian Ginseng Root 125mg (25:1) standardised to 5mg =125mg 

    -  

 Chamomile Extract 80mg (4:1) standardised to 20mg =80mg 

    -  

 Soya Isoflavones (40%)  =20mg 

    -  

 RDA = Recommended Daily Allowance, µg = Microgramme

 mg = Milligram, IU = International Units 

i also take Calcium and Vit D in one 

called Natecal ( chewable ) 

you will see the difference as to what you get in the menopace 

Natecal D 1500mg

= D3 400 iu ( ug) 

Calcium = 600mg 

jay xx

This actually doesn't worry me 😊 I'm not that interested in sex anyway ! Ha ha well not at the moment anyway 

Big hug x

sex ? 

Hahahaha 

was on about vitamins to boost and improve the bodies effects of menopause

- not viagra 

😃

have i missed the point somewhere 

made me laugh though 

jay xx

xx

I just want to say Thank you so much for all your advice and tips. Going through the discussions I noticed how much you answer and I admire your helpfullness and sharing. I thank all you girls too! Menopause is a nightmare and I never imagined that I could be reduced to the pathetic state I often find myself in. Reading your posts does help and I am grafeful. 

Thank you for kind words 😊

I like to share as had a 10 year peri and found  great vits known to help. 

Tried and tested many .. 

I research plenty too so always find useful info that may help others so like to try and help.

its Monday again 😃 have a lovely day 

Jay x