Lifestyle modifications are often helpful and include: Wearing lightweight, breathable clothing made from natural fibres such as cotton, and dressing in layers that can be easily removed Keeping your environment cool by using fans, opening windows, or adjusting air conditioning Avoiding known triggers such as spicy foods, caffeine, alcohol, and hot beverages Maintaining a healthy weight and engaging in regular physical activity, which can help regulate body temperature and improve overall wellbeing Practising stress-reduction techniques such as mindfulness, yoga, or deep breathing exercises, as stress and anxiety can exacerbate vasomotor symptoms It is also important to monitor your blood glucose levels regularly, as recommended by your healthcare team
What lifestyle changes should accompany any medication treatment
Researchers have found that FSP1 can reduce vitamin K to VKH 2 , which acts as an antioxidant to capture free radicals and inhibit lipid peroxidation [47]
This is a stress response to rapid weight loss called telogen effluvium rather than a direct medication effect