If you're finding it difficult to remember where you put your keys, struggling with brain fog, or having trouble getting your words out, you might fear that you're losing your mind, especially during significant hormonal transitions. However, rest assured that your cognitive health is relatively safe for now. The research on how changing estrogen levels affect the brain is somewhat limited, but the good news is there are clear differences between age-related cognitive decline and menopause-related brain changes.
During perimenopause and menopause, the brain is adjusting to lower estrogen levels. This, combined with factors like lack of sleep and stress, can temporarily slow down memory retrieval, making us feel forgetful. Listen to audio
*Source: Brain fog, memory loss and menopause
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