Fed-up women desire to be men--survey

The survey was conducted by Seven Seas Femibion health supplement, UK, on 2048 women.

Outcome of the survey
Findings of the survey revealed that 15 percent of the participants confessed that they suffer from mood swings owing to the female problems; therefore they long to be men.

Nine percent of the females’ believed that men are better off physically and do not have to bear any complications.

A further 55 percent of the volunteers’ reported that they did not feel contended with the present stage of their lives.

Nearly 87 percent of them admitted feeling uneasy and irritated with the physical changes to their body while puberty.

When inquired about whether they were prepared to become mothers, 12 percent were found to be unprepared for pregnancy.

Regardless of the negative responses, 36 percent of them reported they loved being themselves as they could express their feelings better than the men.

This number peaked to 40 percent among women above 55, the survey disclosed.

Role of hormones
According to experts, an imbalance in the hormones may trigger such behavioral changes or mood swings in women.

Hormones are the proteins directly secreted into the bloodstream. They are responsible for body's metabolism of minerals, regulation of fluids, reproduction, sexual function, and responses to stress.

Overall, they play a major role in bodily functions as well as how we feel from day to day.

Too much stress or unhealthy diet may cause hormonal disorders. Therefore, it is very important to have proper diet, and exercise to maintain hormonal balance.

"Hormone levels are central to women's wellbeing. It's vital to have a balanced diet and nutritional support when your body needs it," medical expert Dr Rosemary Leonard was quoted by the 'Daily Express' as saying.