Date published: 01.09.08 - not release date

Getting that bloated feeling?

PRESS RELEASE

For immediate release: 2 August 2006

Getting that bloated feeling?

If your tummy isn’t as flat as it used to be, it’s time to work out why. Most of the time, bloating can be eased with some simple self-help measures. But occasionally it is a sign of something more serious that needs medical advice.

In the Summer 2006 issue of The Menopause Exchange newsletter, GP Doctor Sally Hope takes a look at common causes of a bloating look – weight gain, fluid retention or air build-up – and how to deal with them. She also covers more serious causes, like an underactive thyroid.

“Bloating can affect women at all ages, but hormone changes at the menopause can make some women more prone to it,” says Norma Goldman, founder and director of The Menopause Exchange. “It is usually treated with simple measures or over-the-counter products. However, it does occasionally need medical treatment so it should not be overlooked.”

The Menopause Exchange covers a wide range of subjects like menopausal symptoms, HRT and its alternatives, nutrition and lifestyle and medical conditions (e.g. breast cancer). It is completely independent – it is not sponsored by any companies and is funded purely by subscriptions. Other articles in the Summer 2006 issue include HRT oral tablets (part 2 of 3 articles on HRT products), aches and pains and cooking at the menopause. The Menopause Exchange has an Ask the Experts panel and fact sheets specifically for members.

For more info on The Menopause Exchange, write to The Menopause Exchange at PO Box 205, Bushey, Herts WD23 1ZS, call 020 8420 7245, fax 020 8954 2783 or send an e-mail to norma@menopause-exchange.co.uk

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NOTES FOR EDITORS:

1.The Menopause Exchange Newsletter was launched in June 1999.

2.The founder and director of The Menopause Exchange is Norma Goldman, a pharmacist with a Master’s degree in health promotion. She gives talks on the menopause at organisations, workplaces, health clubs, pharmacies, exhibitions and other venues. Her daughter, Victoria, the editor of the newsletter, is an experienced health journalist with a BSc. degree in Biomedical Science and a Master’s degree in Science Communication.

3.The aim of The Menopause Exchange is to raise the awareness of the menopause among women, health professionals (e.g. nurses and pharmacists) and complementary practitioners.

4.Topics covered in previous issues of the newsletter include: HRT questions you forget to ask your doctor; osteoporosis treatments; sexuality after the menopause; complementary therapies at the menopause; heart disease; memory problems; anti-ageing beauty secrets; weight control; and phytoestrogens in your diet.

5.UK annual membership (4 issues of the newsletter and regular fact sheets) costs £18 for individuals; £22 for local organisations; £30 for companies/national organisations; corporate (over 10 copies) and overseas memberships are available on request.

6.All press enquiries to Norma Goldman on 020 8420 7245.