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Keeping Healthy Before, During, and After Menopause

From , former About.com Guide

Updated December 28, 2003

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Keeping Healthy

Good nutrition and regular physical exercise are thought to improve overall health. Some doctors feel these factors can also affect menopause. Although these areas have not been well studied in women, anecdotal evidence is strongly in favor of eating well and exercising to help lower risks for CVD and osteoporosis.

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