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YOUR HEALTH
Being in control
Hectic lifestyles and daily commitments
can distract women from properly monitoring
their health. See inside to learn how you can
take better care of your body.
2 Your Health THE STAR, TUESDAY 8 AUGUST 2017
An Arthritis
can affect
enduring
one's
personal
life and
social
solution
activities if
left
untreated.
Gintell group
Cause for concern
> FROM PAGE 2 Such questions are not uncommon
managing director among many women and this is because
Datuk Goh Cheh Yak Having been around other women who they are still largely able to perform daily
and renowned Hong experience equal or worse degrees of tasks, albeit with a little inconvenience and
Kong actor Simon menstrual pain, Petunia (not her real name) pain.
Yam, who is also the has also dismissed her severe menstrual The greater danger of not seeking
ambassador for cramps and blamed it on her genes. medical attention and leaving these
Gintell. As a woman in her early twenties, she symptoms untreated, however, is that an
Herbal extract
supplements are
a safer option for
Reliable protection
those wanting EXCESSIVE sweating can affect ones plug in the gland, temporarily
to relieve professional and social life. halting sweat production.
menopausal There are two types of sweat However, the keratin plug is not
symptoms. glands: a permanent fixture as it is
l Eccrine glands are distributed expelled with the shedding of dead
throughout the body and responsible skin cells. It takes two to seven
for regulating body temperature days for this process to complete a
through the release of sweat. cycle, which explains the need to
l Apocrine glands, also known as only apply Perspirex two to three Antiperspirants are used to treat
scent glands, are found in the armpits times a week. excessive sweating.
and groins. Apocrine glands are Perspirex enables you to remain
responsible for body odour as the protected even when you shower, For sensitive skin, apply every
MAL15060006TC sweat produced is high in protein and swim or bathe, so there is no need second night for two weeks.
Natures
fatty acids, which bacteria can break to reapply during the day. Thereafter, apply Perspirex two to
down easily. Perspirex is used before going to three nights a week or as often as
bed as the sweat glands are less your body needs. Do not use 48
Using antiperspirants is the most active at night. For optimal results, hours after hair removal.
common and effective form of apply on completely dry and The Perspirex Original roll-on
treating excessive sweating. unbroken skin, and let the skin dry antiperspirant (25ml) and
menopause
Perspirexs antiperspirants are after application and before Perspirex Hand and Foot Lotion
clinically proven to provide safe, putting on clothes. (100ml) are each retailed at
unequalled protection for up to five Wash off in the following RM68.90 (inclusive of GST) at
days. Its patented formulation is morning with soap and water. Guardian Health & Beauty, Caring
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revolution
kind to sensitive areas of the skin. start, use Perspirex every night pharmacies.
The main ingredient aluminium until you have achieved the
chloride reacts with water in the desired effect (usually within a n For more information, visit
sweat glands to form a deep keratin week). www.perspirex.com.
Overcoming change
EVERY morning, only painful sex but also an increased risk
Michelle, who is turning
48 this year, wakes up
of urinary tract infections (UTIs).
Midlife fat accumulation is probably
During midlife, a
feeling tired. Her skin one of the classic symptoms of womans body undergoes
physical, physiological
feels dry and intimacy perimenopause.
has been difficult. During this time, fat metabolism slows
down dramatically while a fat
and emotional changes.
Midlife changes redistribution exercise takes place.
During midlife,
Instead of the hip areas, fat accumulates The most significant
change is felt in terms of
preferentially in the belly.
a womans body The fat content in breast tissue reduces,
undergoes physical,
physiological and
which is why women may also notice a
significant sagging effect in the bustline. hormonal changes driven
emotional changes.
The most
Overall, body weight increases while
weight maintenance becomes difficult for
by oestrogen. In your
significant change them. 40s however, fine lines,
is felt in terms of
hormonal changes
Studies show that women transitioning
towards menopause are 40% more likely to weight gain and tiredness
driven by oestrogen.
In your 40s however, fine
report forgetfulness and may be vulnerable
to depression as it is more common in
all set in too easily
lines, weight gain and tiredness all times of hormonal change. because oestrogen levels
set in too easily because oestrogen
levels are fluctuating in a phase
Stress adversely affects hormone levels
resulting in negative moods as well as risk are fluctuating in a phase
called perimenopause.
During perimenopause, skin
of having cardiovascular disease. called perimenopause.
becomes thinner and loses its ability
to retain moisture thereby causing
Natural therapies
dryness. Phytoestrogens are plant oestrogen with
As the skin on the face and the ability to mimic the actions of oestrogen Daidzein content is important as it helps
hands dries, this reflects the in the body. Soy isoflavones comprise the prevent hair loss in women and imparts
condition of the skin in the best researched category of phytoestrogen protective anti-cancer benefits.
vaginal area too, causing not used in the management of symptoms Armed with knowledge, Michelle started
associated with perimenopausal hormonal on organic genistein and saw a significant
changes. difference into the second month. She
Organic genistein is a certified organic has more energy and regular periods.
source of soy isoflavones, which has been Michelle now feels better equipped to face
clinically tested to be pure and safe for midlife.
your hormonal care.
The most important soy isoflavones to This article is brought to you by Nuvanta
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THE STAR, TUESDAY 8 AUGUST 2017 Your Health 9
Formulated
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If the level of testosterone is no into the blood to be circulated life after your forties is possible with
longer able to maintain the male throughout the body. the reactivation of the testosterone
well-being
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