Hot flushes, brain fog, aching joints… we’ve all heard about (and likely experienced!) the familiar issues that perimenopause can cause. But crashing the car and imaginary crawling insects are just a few of the more bizarre symptoms you may have been experiencing thanks to hormonal shifts in the body. According to a recent survey more than 50 per cent of women can experience 10 different symptoms during menopause, many of which you would never have expected. Shona Wilkinson, Lead Nutritionist at ethical supplement and nutrition brand DR.VEGAN, says, “While there are many common symptoms of menopause, there are still a few that tend to catch people off guard. “When most people think of these symptoms they think of hot flushes, mood swings or trouble sleeping. Lifestyle changes and various supplements, such as DR.VEGAN’s MenoFriend formula can help ease these issues. Beyond common symptoms, however, there is a series of lesser-known and often unusual symptoms worth being aware of. Have you noticed any strange symptoms lately and questioned why you were feeling that way? Here Shona reveals …