Menopause Help
February 3, 2010
Life does not end with commencement of menopause. It just changes the direction. Accepting menopause in a positive way can greatly make things easier for you.
Here are some well trusted herbs and lifestyle tips that will help you tackle menopause in a better way.
Dietary Changes
Refined carbohydrates significantly contribute in aggravating mood swings and water retention. Avoid excess sugary foods, alcohol and caffeine. Caffeinated beverages disturb balance of estrogen and progesterone inside the body. This triggers hot flushes.
A diet which is high in protein and fiber is very helpful. Eat small meals but eat them more frequently. This helps in maintaining proper blood-sugar level inside the body.
Diet needs to be rich in calcium and magnesium content. Low fat dairy products like mangos, bananas and mangosteen are good source of calcium and magnesium. One can take daily supplementation of these minerals which does not exceed 1000 mg of calcium and 500 mg of magnesium.
Soy foods help in balancing of the hormones by providing natural estrogen. Tofu, soybeans and tempeh are all good options. These come under the category of phyto-estrogen.
Healthy fats in the form of omega 3 fatty acids are powerful antioxidants for dealing with menopause. Flaxseeds and walnuts are good options. Drink plenty of water to keep system cool.
Herbal Help
Black cohosh works well to relieve hot flushes, mood swings and vaginal thinning. Take half tbsp of the herb twice every day for 3 months regularly. Do not exceed the daily dose.
To improve functioning of adrenal glands Siberian ginseng is great. Take 250 mg of ginseng supplement or drink half tbsp of ginseng extract daily for 3 month. But if you are a patient of hypertension then consult your physician before taking any type of ginseng.
Especially for Hot Flushes
Prepare an herbal tea using 2 tbsp of dried sage in 250 ml of water and drink as required throughout the day. This remedy helps in reducing perspiration greatly.
You can even prepare facial spray to cool down hot flushes. Mix 10 drops of lavender essential oil in 125 ml of rose water. Store it in a spray bottle. Shake well before use.
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