How to Stay Cool, Calm, Happy and Thin

1. Without Medicine How to Stay Cool, Calm, Happy and Thin With Master Coordinators: Barbara Lagoni Suzanne Chaney Dr Steve Chaney

2. Menopause Defined -- • Natural biological event, • Signals the end of childbearing years. • Several years prior to menopause a time of transition — ovaries produce less of reproductive hormones, estrogen, & progesterone. • Gradual decline in the functions of ovaries…especially production of estrogen and release of an egg or ova… which in turn brings about an end to monthly menstrual cycles barb

3. Classic Symptoms • Hot Flashes, Night Sweawts • Mood swings, Anxiety, Depression • Difficulty Sleeping • Weight Gain • Fatigue • Memory Loss and Difficulty Concentrating barb

4. Why Do So Many “Changes”Happen During Menopause? The fluctuation in the level of hormones causes a “chain reaction” of effects on a woman’s body chemistry. That’s because hormones like estrogen are involved in hundreds of bodily processes, including the regulation of: • Normal body temperature • Normal sleep patterns • Balancing one’s mood and sense of well-being steve

5. Estrogen Effects Are Felt All Over the Body Brain— -- helps maintain body temperature -- memory, focus -- emotions Breast – estrogen stimulates development at puberty -- prepares glands for milk production Uterus –estrogen helps prepare the lining to nourish a fetus Heart and Liver – estrogen regulates production of cholesterol (decreases the build up of plaque in coronary arteries) Ovary produces estrogen, Which stimulates the maturation of ova ( eggs ) Stimulates the start of menstrual cycle Vagina – estrogen helps maintain a lubricated and thick vaginal lining Bones – helps preserve bone density steve

6. Traditional Medical Treatments Hormone Replacement Therapy Several major studies have questioned the health benefits and risks of hormone therapy, including the risk of developing breast cancer, heart attacks, strokes, and blood clots. ( NIH MedlinePlus ) ALTERNATIVES TO HORMONE THERAPY steve There are other medicines available to help with mood swings, hot flashes, and other symptoms. These include: • Antidepressants, including paroxetine (Paxil), venlafaxine (Effexor), bupropion (Wellbutrin), and fluoxetine (Prozac) • A blood pressure medicine called clonidine • Gabapentin, a seizure drug that also helps reduce hot flashes

7. The Biggest Contribution to Reducing the Risk for Breast Cancer Came… When doctors stopped Prescribing Hormone Replacement Therapy Breast Cancer rates dropped 8.6% After Results of Women’s Health Initiative were publicized. Hormone replacement prescriptions decreased from 81 million to 21 million between 2001 and 2003 and with it the corresponding 8.6% % prevalence of breast cancer.steve

8. Science Supports aNatural Approach to Menopause Scientific studies suggest that along with a healthy diet and lifestyle, consuming phytoestrogens (plant estrogens) may compensate for some of the reduced production of hormones during menopause. Phytoestrogens occur in significant amounts in specific plants and are remarkably similar in molecular structure to the female hormone estrogen. They are thought to exert estrogen-like activity in the body, thus helping regulate the normal hormonal fluctuation that occurs during menopause. suzanne

9. Menopause Balance Complex Black Cohosh –Key Ingredient • One of the best researched herbs for use during menopause. Used by Native Americans for hundreds of years, intensely studied in Europe for more than 40 years as natural means of regulating hormonal balance during menopause. • The complex chemicals triterpenes and flavonoids are believed to act on the pituitary gland located at the base of the brain to suppress the secretion of luteinizing hormone (LH), high levels often associated with menopause. • Other compounds bind to estrogen receptors on the surface of many cells in the body, producing “estrogen-like” activity. • Still other compounds in the plant promote mild relaxation. Suzanne

10. Menopause Balance Complex Red clover — Grows throughout the US, Europe, and northern Asia. • Blossoms of red clover contain phytoestrogens similar to those found in soy. The isoflavones exert estrogen-like activity. Licorice — Along with dong quai, licorice root has long history of use dating back thousands of years in Asian culture. • a source of phytoestrogens. suzanne

11. Flaxseed & Dong Quai Flaxseed, also known as linseed, one of most valuable whole-grain sources of a class of phytoestrogens called lignans. • Like soy isoflavones, these lignans are structurally similar to endogenous estrogen (that found in the human body) and can bind to estrogen receptors 0 • Exert an estrogen-like effect. Researchers believe that lignans may be one of the compounds in grains that account for some of the protective properties of vegetarian diets. Dong quai — One of the best-known Chinese herbs, dong quai has been widely used in combination with other herbs as a uterine tonic. The roots, harvested after a 3-year cultivation, are rich in a number of chemical constituents, such as essential oils, coumarins, and flavonoids. Suzanne

12. Menopause Balance Complex Evidence of the value of isoflavones in menopausal stages comes in part from studying women in countries where consumption of soy is high. In Asia, where consumption of isoflavones from a variety of soy foods is estimated to be in the range of 20–80 mg per day, women report a smoother transition through menopause than women in Western cultures, where soy is consumed only at about 1–3 mg per day Steve

13. Basic Menopause Supplement Program The objective – to keep the cells of the ovaries ( and other glands and organs for that matter ) operating as well as possible…. As long as possible. So feed the body all the essentials … Vitalizer( with Iron, if monthly iron/ blood loss) or ( Gold, if not ) Shaklee 180 or Energizing Soy Protein Shakes and Smoothees Vivix – cellular anti-aging complex Menopause Balance Complex barb

14. Hot Flash & Other Hormonal Imbalances Collection • Menopause Balance Complex • GLA Complex • Vita E Complex • Shaklee Soy Protein Shakes and Smoothees steve

15. Becky’s Story At age 35, realized that the “funny” symptoms she had may be due to perimenopause.  So she investigated Shaklee’s solutions for perimenopause.  I am pleased to tell you that I have found some things to help me!  Soy Protein and Vitalizer . 2 GLA/day which helps to regulate hormones.  barb 1 Menopause Balance Complex/day.( in menopause/postmenopausal,2/day) I can tell you that all of my symptoms have ceased!  I was having a hard time losing weight around my middle, having occasional night sweats, and unusual periods.   I feel good as new and back to myself!  I think my body was just slowly losing estrogen and that was the trigger for the new symptoms.  Menopause Balance Complex is a combination of herbs.  It is NOT estrogen, but it “looks” like estrogen to the other cells in your body.  So the cells function as they should with plenty of estrogen. update = I ran out of Menopause Balance Complex recently and started to gain weight again.  So I always have it on hand.  I am 46 now and still have my cycle so I still just take 1/day.

16. Lynn Carter’s Story Before Menopause Complex     Tried a product advertised on the radio that promised relief from mood swings and hot flashes and promised 30 lbs weight loss.        Product could only be used 3 months…no longer.       It did nothing! • At age 42 severe hot flashes and heavy periods lasting 15 days. • Stress Relief Complex helped • Loss of focus frightened Lynn. Started Menopause Balance Complex.        Within 2 weeks she saw noticeable differences in hot flashes and mood swings.     (  Before Menopause Balance Complex she had tried black cohosh and evening primrose complexes. Some made her sad and weepy and other brands made her feel over the top and they caused problems with her periods…very bad cramps. None of these symptoms with Menopause Balance Complex.) When using Menopause Balance complex, she experiences no…         Mood swings.        No hot flashes.        Periods occur occasionally but with no problems. suzanne

17. Common Symptoms of Adrenal Imbalance Difficulty getting up in the morning Never feeling well-rested, even after sleep Nocturnal waking Anxiety, nervousness, mild depression Lightheadedness on standing Low blood pressure (hypotension) Salt cravings Reliance on sugar and caffeine to bolster flagging energy Problems coping with stressful situations Frequently feeling angry and frustrated Struggling to get through the day, but feeling better after an evening meal Frequent infections Abdominal weight gain Hair loss Acne Cold intolerance Lack of mental focus, decreased productivity, absentmindedness barb Feeling like everything’s “too hard”

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19. B Complex • Essential for brain and nervous system (mood swings, Irritability, nervousness, mental confusion, depression, dizziness, trembling ) • Depleted by sugar, alcohol, caffeine, refined carbs, medications, stress .. In other words .. Just about everything ! ) • Helps balance hormones ( PMS, morning sickness, prevention of birth defects, cervical dysplasia ) • Helps regulate blood sugar ( alleviates carb and sugar cravings, hypoglycemia symptoms, etc) • Essential for formation of healthy red blood cells and protective antibodies. • Reduces risk for heart disease, reduces homocysteine levels, • Insomnia, hair loss, cracks at corners of mouth, normal growth in children ) barb

20. Adrenal Exhaustion Collection Vitalizer Shaklee Soy Protein Shakes and Smoothees Then add: Vita C – Vitamin C is drained from adrenals under stress because it is needed to make cortisol B Complex -- depleted by stress CorEnergy – Ginseng and Cordyseps are adaptogens that help glands normalize barb

21. Lynn’s N’s Regimen Menopause Balance Complex!!!(miss it terribly) started with 2/day, and tapered down to only needing 2/day on mon,wed,fri and 1/day the rest of the weekEnergizing Soy Protein, dailyGLA, 1/dayVita Gold 4 Osteomatrix(4) at night… Big help with sleep issues!!! Nutriferon2/day Reduced refined sugar and carb intake. Since MBC has been out, I've experienced REAL hot flashes.  I've never had a real hot flash until last month!  Not fun!!! Sweat marks were on my keyboard at work! barb

22. Smoothee Mix Meal-In-A-Bar Snack Bars Energy Tea Mix Metabolic Boost Free Web Support Meal planning steve Tracking features Online support groups Dietitian to answer questions Online Exercise Instruction The Shaklee 180 Turnaround Kit

23. Osteoporosis • 44 million people in America have low bone density (10 million with osteoporosis) • 1 in 2 women will fracture a bone due to osteoporosis in her lifetime • When a woman suffers a hip fracture… • 20% will die within a year • 1/3 will end up in a nursing home • Only 1/3 will regain their previous quality of life • steve The good news is that osteoporosis is preventable Healthy Bones Collection OsteoMatrix Vita D-3 Shaklee Soy Shakes/ Smoothees AND weight-bearing exercise!

24. Recommendations from National Institutes of Health • Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and spicy foods. • Eat soy foods. Soy contains estrogen. • Get plenty of calcium and vitamin D in food or supplements. Exercise and relaxation techniques: • Get plenty of exercise. • Do Kegel exercises every day. They strengthen the muscles of the pelvic floor. • Practice slow, deep breathing whenever a hot flash starts to come on. Try taking six breaths a minute. barb • Try yoga, tai chi, or meditation. NIH MedlinePlus

25. What Quality of Life Do You Want? Your “Golden Years” Should Be Just That Excellent Goal Current steve Poor 20 50 75 100 Age

26. Menopause Collection Basic Program Vitalizer -- Shaklee 180 Vivix Menopause Balance Complex If Hormonal Imbalance /Hot Flashes GLA B Complex Vita E Complex steve

27. Menopause Collection If Adrenal Exhaustion: You may want to add B Complex Vita C ( Sustained Release) CorEnergy If You Want to Improve Bone Density Vita D-3 OsteoMatrix ( calcium/magnesium) or Chewable Cal Magsteve