Peri menopausal and cry at the drop of a hat

[Crankin]

Diet is important. So is exercise.
But, you still need to go to the doctor and get everything checked out. Be armed with information!
Please don't rule out anything that may help. There are some women, with the severe emotional symptoms you have, who have found great relief with a very low dose of an anti-depressant. So, if the normal starting dose would be 25 or 50 mg, they might give you 10 mg.
I am 10 years post menopause, so I do understand. I didn't experience the symptoms you describe, but I had plenty of hot flashes. I just drank a lot of water and went on.
But, when the symptoms are impacting the quality of your life in the way you describe, you do not have to suffer. Peri-menopause can last 5-10 years, so think about how you want to feel in your daily life.