HERBAL REMEDIES FOR MENOPAUSE


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HERBAL REMEDIES FOR MENOPAUSE


Herbal remedies for menopause has been widely used by many menopausal women. Menopause refers to the time in a woman’s life where there is no menstruation for the whole year. It is normal and all women experience this at certain age in their life. Yet, many complications are experienced during the first stage of menopause, which is the peri-menopause, as well as during the last stage, which is the post-menopause.

Are you a woman over 50 years of age? If so, you have already experienced some of the menopause symptoms. And by now, maybe you have many menopause questions going through your mind and we understand you perfectly. Will I take prescription drugs? Should I consider and research more about the herbal remedies for menopause? 

These questions may somehow pop in your mind. With all the hot flashes, fatigue, mood swings, weight gain, hypertension and other menopause issues you don’t seem to understand and are uncertain about how long you will have to endure them. And we know one thing is certain, that you want something to help you deal with these menopause issues. 

Yet some of you are quite reluctant to take prescription medicines perhaps due to adding more side effects than actually helping to relieve complications of menopause. And here comes the herbal remedies that many women opt to choose despite the fact that studies regarding these herbal remedies are not sufficient to establish their effectiveness, efficacy and safety when taken.

Just a reminder though, herbal remedies need further studies to establish if they are really helpful or not. And keep in mind always that not all natural will mean it is readily safe to take. (1) Below are common and popular herbal remedies for menopause:


IMPORTANT SAFETY REMINDER

Keep in mind that not all natural will mean it is readily safe to take. 
Always check with your GP or Health Practitioner.

Below are common and popular herbal remedies for menopause

Black Cohosh


First in the list is black cohosh which originated in North America. This herb is the most studied herb when it comes to herbal remedies for menopause. 

Some studies suggest that it can possibly treat mild hot flashes and night sweats and lower blood pressure.

The wonder of this herb comes from its roots. Although there is still few evidences to support the effectivity of black cohosh, some studies suggest that it can possibly treat mild hot flashes and night sweats and lower blood pressure. (3)

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Sage Tea


Steeping this fresh herb in hot water for 10 minutes may alleviate night sweats and hot flashes. Just have a couple sage tea drink during day and night before going to bed. (3)

Some examples of these herbs which are used in Chinese hospitals are Dang Gui and Ren Shen for the treatment of dysmenorrhea and vaginal dryness, respectively. (2)


Moreover, some Chinese herbs subjected to trials are Chai Hu, Yin Yang Huo and Huang Qin and they found out to contain phytoestrogens. Phytoestrogens are substance found in plants with estrogen-like structures. Thus, these can possibly alleviate the effects of reducing estrogen hormone production that comes along with menopause. (3)


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Gingko


Are you worried about having memory loss or being forgetful? 

Stimulate circulation, especially to the brain, to improve memory and concentration, dizziness and sleep disturbances.

Ginkgo may be good for you as it is believed to improve blood circulation thus improving memory function and preserves blood vessels. (4)


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Green Tea


Researches on green tea nowadays have claimed to improve memory by preventing the enzyme activity that causes disruption in it. (1)

Research is now beginning to link green tea with preventing enzyme activity that damages different body functions including memory.

Drinking green tea has been associated with many health benefits, including boosting the immune system and preventing cancer. 




Chaste Berry 


Irregular menstruations may appear once in a while during the course of menopause especially during peri-menopause. 

This herb can help you address irregular menstruation and breast pain. (4)

You may experience short and light flow menstruation while at times you experience long with heavy flow and that can be a source of discomfort.



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Ginseng


The wonder is in the roots also. There are many ginseng-derived products such as capsules, tea and supplements and are now available in most supermarkets and pharmacies. 

Ginseng is known for its soothing effects which can enhance the length and quality of your sleep.

Moreover, ginseng is also believed to treat hot flashes which is the common inconvenience among menopausal women. However, more studies are needed to support this claim. (2)


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Flaxseed


The risk of high cholesterol level is one of the main complications during  menopause however flaxseed may lower level of cholesterol.

Flaxseed may lower level of cholesterol.

According to WebMD, “Flaxseed has omega-3 fatty acids and lignans, which act as phytoestrogens.” Phytoestrogens are naturally present in plants and have estrogen-like effects. (3)

St John's Wort


St. John’s Wort is an herb that is very common in European countries. It is widely used in treating mood swings and mild depression among menopausal women. Yet as always, you have to ask advice from your physician before taking this herbal remedy. (4)

It is widely used in treating mood swings and mild depression among menopausal women.

It is widely used in treating mood swings and mild depression among menopausal women. Yet as always, you have to ask advice from your physician before taking this herbal remedy. (4)

Wild Yam Cream


Vaginal dryness may be one of the most discomforting complications in menopause due to irritation and pain. 

Vaginal dryness may be one of the most discomforting complications in menopause due to irritation and pain.

Yet wild yam is an herb that is primarily used to heal wounds, thus helps to lessen drying of vaginal tissue. (4)


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There can also be other herbal remedies in menopause which are not included in this list so feel free to research some of them and include them in your list of choices.

As always, we want you to consider very carefully your choices and always ask your physician for their advice and prescription. The effectivity of these herbal remedies for menopause might interfere with the prescription drugs you are already taking for other complications, so it is always wise to be cautious and sure. And at this point, you want something to be sure, right?!

IMPORTANT SAFETY REMINDER

Keep in mind always that not all natural will mean it is readily safe to take. 

Always check with your GP or Health Practitioner.


SOURCES


(1) https://www.verywellhealth.com/natural-remedies-for-menopause-that-actually-work-2322658

(2) https://www.healthline.com/health/natural-remedies-for-perimenopause#ginseng

(3) https://www.webmd.com/menopause/guide/menopause-natural-treatments

(4) https://www.readersdigest.ca/health/conditions/natural-treatments-menopause-symptoms