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Perimenopause and Menopause Survival Kit

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As a 40something cis woman, I was already having symptoms of perimenopause. Hot flashes, anxiety, weird periods. Now that I have gone through cancer treatment, I am in medical menopause, so keeping the hot flashes and anxiety. This list contains nonm...
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Cooling Clothes

It's very easy for me to overheat. So having clothes that keep me comfortable is really important. These do the trick.
 
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These pajamas are very comfortable in so many ways, but especially in how it keeps me cool while I'm sleeping at night.
Cloud Cotton Sleep Set
 
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I love these tanks - the fabric feels soft against my skin, keeping me from overheating.
The Anytime Tank Medium Beige Seamless Tank, XS-XL | Adore Me
 
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This little something is sexier and keeps you comfy even through hot flashes.
Soft Support Lace Chemise
 
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AdoreMe has cooling sleepwear that's also cute, like this sleep tank
The Ultimate Sleep Tank White Seamless Sleep Tank | Adore Me

Soothing Supplements

I am on a prescription for my anxiety and hot flashes, but these provide me with some extra assistance in feeling more like myself.
 
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Mag glycinate soothes my nerves. I do take it in the morning as opposed to at night, but as I have a stressful day job, it helps take the edge off.
Solaray Magnesium Glycinate -- 350 mg - 120 VegCaps
 
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Lack of estrogen in women is not great for heart health, so these beet gummies provide a little extra help in that department as well as being good for the liver.
Goli Nutrition Beets Cardio Vegan Vitamin Gummies - 60ct
 
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I take algae oil as it's the ultimate source of where salmon gets its omega 3s. This also gives my liver a boost, cuts down on inflammation, and I've been feeling really good since starting it.
Nature's Truth, Vegan Omega-3 Algae Oil with DHA, 200 mg, 60 Vegan Softgels

Hydration - the Name of the Game

I'm a coffee addict, as you can see from one of my other lists. But the rest of the time, I do need to pound extra drinks. Here's what I choose to keep me well hydrated.
 
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I'm a New England gal, so Polar is a local brand. I pretty much love all their flavors, but the combo ones with lime are all extra nice.
Polar Cranberry Lime Seltzer Water - 8pk/12 fl oz Cans
 
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These hydration drops provide just what I need and nothing else. Squeeze some Buoy into a water or seltzer and you' re all set.
Hydration Drops – Ocean Electrolytes & Minerals For Any Drink | Buoy
 
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I love adding this to my ginger lime seltzers from Polar. Tart cherry juice helps lubricate the joints and helps with melatonin, so drink this at night to sleep better.
Organic Tart Cherry Juice From Concentrate - 32 fl oz - Good & Gather™