Menopausal transition symptoms are caused by significant changes in hormone levels in the body. Changes in hormone levels start before the menopause occurs throughout a period of time known as the perimenopause. Symptoms are likely to start during the perimenopause period and continue throughout the menopause (the 12 months since your last period).  Adopting healthy lifestyle choices throughout this phase of life can help to ease menopausal symptoms. Such choices include getting plenty of exercise, sleep and cutting back on alcohol and smoking. Taking a menopause supplement can also help you through this period of change by providing a reliable intake of vitamins and minerals to support a range of body functions that may be under stress throughout this natural time of life.