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Ease Menopause Symptoms With Herbal Supplements
Best Herbal Remedies For Menopausal Relief
Many Good herbal supplements are available that are good at providing relief from the symptoms of the menopause, Certain supplements tend to be better at helping different s ymptoms, so its probably worth either taking a mixture of these supplemenst or looking for one that includes a varied mix in its ingredients.
Here is a list of the most effective remedies and the symptoms that they can help relieve..
Black Cohosh
Black Cohosh is one of the most popular supplements to take for the menopause; it can lower lutensing hormones (LH) which will help with reducing those unpleasant hot flushes. It is also effective with reducing fatigue, easing headaches and can help reduce joint pain.
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Dong Quai
Very good at aiding and improving hormone imbalance and does provide a good health tonic
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Chaste Tree Berry
Works within the pituitary gland to correct imbalanced hormones. It is also known to help with PMS. These berries contain progestins which are known to help with vaginal dryness and hot flushes.
Wild Yam
This will help to reduce the levels of cholesterol in the intestines, also known to reduce joint inflammation and joint pain. Wild Yam is also thought to have aphrodisiac properties.
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Liquorice Root
A mild laxative that can help support digestion, It is known to improve energy and gives support to the adrenal function.
Sage
Taken to improve oestrogen levels and the reduction of hot flushes and night sweats
St. John’s Wart
Used as an herbal anti-depressant, long term use of St. John’s Wart can be extremely helpful to elevating moods.
Evening Primrose Oil
This popular supplement is high in GLA (Gamma Linolenic acid) It is one of the naturally forming Omega 6 Fatty acids known as prostaglandins. These work to help improve the immune system and menstrual cycle. It also helps with joint care and the condition of skin, hair and nails.
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There are many herbal supplements available to buy both on-line and from high street specialist stores, one herbal 
remedy that we can highly recommend is Menozac, originating from the USA, and being one of the most popular remedies over there, it is now available to UK women looking for a tested and effective remedy. It contains a good mix of most of the herbs as mentioned above and is a proven and highly effective in treating the symptoms of the menopause
It is always recommended that if you have any underlying medical conditions or are taking any prescribed medication that you talk to your doctor in case the herbal supplement counters the effects of the medicine.
How To Treat The Menopause
Treating the Menopause
There are many medications on the market which are used to treat and relieve menopause. Most of the medications have some sort of side effects and not all of them work for every woman. Knowing the difference in medications and understanding the side effects is the first step to finding a treatment option that will work best for you.
There are many ways to treat the unpleasant symptoms associated with the menopause so there is no reason to suffer unnecessarily. Your doctor will be able to advise you on the best course of action as we are all different and not every medication will be suitable for every woman.
Read below to learn more about the medications and their reported side effects which will hopefully help you to come to a decision about which option(s) could be beneficial to you.
Premarin
Premarin is a drug which replaces Oestrogen. It can be used to relieve symptoms of warm/flushed sensations (Commonly known as hot flashes/flushes) in the face, neck and chest.
Premarin is also prescribed for teenagers who got through a delayed puberty where their bodies are not maturing as it should. It can also be used to relieve the symptoms of certain kinds of cancer such as prostate and breast cancer. Premarin is also available in vaginal cream which is used for vaginal irritation /dryness caused by a lack of oestrogen. Additionally, Premarin can be prescribed for people at risk of Osteoporosis.
Possible Side Effects of Premarin
o Headache
o Breast Pain
o Mild nausea
o Hair Loss
o Bloating
o Stomach cramps
o Gas
o Spotting or breakthrough bleeding
Sertraline
This drug is known to most people as Zoloft and is usually used to treat symptoms of depression. Sertaline inhibits serotonin re-uptake and restores the chemical balance of the brain which when it becomes unbalanced could cause panic, anxiety and depression amongst other symptoms.
Reported Side Effects of Sertraline
o Vomiting
o Weight loss
o Trouble sleeping
o Drowsiness
o Dry mouth
o Diarrhoea
o Increased sweating
o Loss of Appetite
o Stomach upset
o Nervousness
o Constipation
o Dizziness
o Low libido/decreased sexual desire
o Tiredness
Less Common Side effects of Sertraline
These allergic reactions are rare but serious e.g. rash, hives, difficulty breathing. Tightness of chest, swellings of the tongue, mouth, lips or face. Consult your doctor if you get any of the following:
o Fast or irregular heartbeat
o Unusual bruising and/or bleeding
o Changes in vision
o Seizures
o Panic/Anxiety attacks
o Tremors
o Ringing in ears
o Irritability
o Chest pain
o Stools which are black or red in colour
o Painful erections
o Severe mood changes
o Thoughts of suicide or attempts
o Fever
o Disorientation and/ or hallucinations
o Frequent urination
o Aggressive behaviour
o Impulsiveness
o Restlessness
o Swollen, peeling or blistered skin
o Lack of coordination
o Your depression may worsen on this medication
o Exaggerated reflexes
Clonidine
Sold as Catapresan, Clonidine is taken in either pill or patch form and it can be used to treat hot flashes/flushes. In an 8 week study of post menopausal women taking the drug, there was a noticeable decrease in hot flashes/flushes.
Possible Side Effects of Clonidine
- Constipation
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
If prescription drugs are not really for you, find out more about natural plant based remedies for the Menopause
Putting On Weight During Menopause
Weight Gain And The Menopause
Women of a certain age often approach the time of the menopause with obvious trepidation, full of uncertainty and not at all sure what effect this will have on their bodies. Sudden weight gain being one of the more common side effects which fills most women with horror. The good news is that there is a solution!
You are more likely to gain weight if you have a hormonal imbalance. Which is what inevitably happens during the menopause as our bodies have less use for the hormone oestrogen which in turn makes our hormones imbalanced. Although generally between 40 and 50 years old most women will find they probably gain weight naturally anyway, which can distribute itself in undesirable places such as around the middle making it look like you’re eating for two! This can be helped by considering herbal supplements that will help replace the naturally depleting hormones
Article on Herbal Menopause Supplements
Menopausal women can be more tired and relaxed which will mean a diminish in physical activity which can also contribute to weight gain.
You are more likely to eat more at this time and that coupled with the lack of exercise equals weight gain.
The body will make less oestrogen and will also burn fewer calories and therefore turning the calories into fat. With age, our muscle will get replaced with fat and the only way to put a stop to this is regular moderate exercise and a good healthy balanced diet.
Weight gain can increase a woman’s risk for breast cancer after the menopause.
By increasing your physical activities and reducing your calorific intake by 250 calories a day , you will lose on average
half a pound a week. You should ideally try to aim for 30 to 45 minutes a week of moderate exercise (this could be swimming, walking, cycling etc..) four or five days a week. Burning 3500 calories a week will enable you to lose one pound a week.
Hormonal changes in our bodies can be very erratic and very scary for many of us which can leave us feeling low and unfortunately, feeling our age! Few women would welcome weight gain with open arms, especially for no apparent reason and this can be very distressing.
”But you don’t have to give in “
Join a dance class (fun and a good way to meet new people) or buy a fitness video. Find a friend you can walk or jog with for company and mutual support. If possible you should be aiming to walk 10,000 steps a day, use a pedometer to help you keep track. Gradually increasing your daily steps will make a huge difference.
