Ros and Anna Richardson on the menopause

Menopause symptoms are shaping more than day-to-day comfort — for many women, they directly affect confidence and the ability to stay physically active.

New research among 500 female UK adults who have or are currently experiencing menopausal symptoms highlights the scale of the impact.

New research commissioned by Replens shows that 1 in 3 women have experienced intimate discomfort during physical activity; and among those affected, nearly half (48%) say it has stopped them exercising or being active. For 31% it has also affected their confidence when exercising in public.

Ros spoke to TV presenter Anna Richardson.