Till now, it was found in many studies that heart attacks and cardiovascular diseases are less than men. But in a new study, it has been shocked that women whose menstruation (periods) are closed late have even less risk of heart diseases.

Relationship of menopause and heart health

When a woman’s menstruation stops forever, it is called menopause. This is a natural process.

• The infection phase before menopause is called “perimenopause”.
• When a woman experiences menopause at 55 years or older, her heart blood vessels remain in a better state.
• Due to this, the risk of heart attack and stroke is reduced.

What does study say?

According to the study published in the American Heart Association (AHA) journal ‘Circulation Research’, women have less risk of heart attack or stroke than men throughout their lifetime. But this risk may increase after menopause and in some cases may exceed men.

However, this risk was found to be largely low in women whose menstruation closes after the age of 55 years.

Late menopause may be helpful in preventing heart disease

According to Sana Darwish doing PhD in the Department of Integrative Physiology of Colorado University:

“Our study shows that late menopause may be a physical benefit for women. These findings can help develop new diet and treatment to prevent heart diseases. ”

Late menopausal women have more arterial capacity, which improves blood circulation. This condition can reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke.

How was the study?

92 Vascular health of women analyzed

The study analyzed the heart and blood circulation system of 92 US women.

• The flow of brachial artery was measured – it is the main blood vessel of the upper arm.
• The study concluded that women whose menstruation stopped late, their blood vessels were more healthy.
• In contrast, the women who got menopause quickly were found to be more rigid and weak.

What conclusions came out?

Researchers found that heart health deteriorates rapidly with aging in women with early menopause.

• Women who continue to have menstruation for 10 years or more, are more safe from heart diseases.
• Senior scientist Matthew Rasosman said that 10% or more women, whose menstruation is closed late, remains largely left from this negative effect.

How to keep your heart healthy?

If you want your heart to be healthy even after menopause, then keep these things in mind:

Do regular exercise – Walking, yoga and cardio exercise.
Take a balanced diet-Eat rich in omega-3 fatty acids, fiber and vitamins.
Reduce stress – Remove mental stress from meditation and pranayama.
Keep an eye on BP and cholesterol – get regular checkups.
Avoid smoking and alcohol – they can increase cardiovascular problems.