Natural Menopause Remedies
and Solutions

In the "good ol' days" doctors thought they knew what was best for women going through menopause. It turns out that research done in the past 10 years or so has shown that HRT (hormone replacement therapy) can have some rather dangerous side effects when taken for long periods of time. Perhaps it's time to consider a natural menopause remedy, and find the solution to your symptoms.

 

Find Natural Solutions? Yes, you can...

 

So what's a woman to do? There are some really effective natural treatments and also herbs that have been used for centuries. If you are looking to find a safer alternative, here are a few of these natural remedies that can help put your hot flashes on ice, and relieve many other symptoms as well!

 

Damiana - This herb stimulates the nerves, genitals, circulation, and metabolism. It has been reported to help regulate sex hormones in women if used consistently for several weeks. It is also considered useful in treating depression, impotence, menopause problems, low sex drive, and urinary tract infections. The leaves are used in tinctures, teas and capsules and are also sometimes even smoked. Damiana is most well-known for it's reputation to restore sexual vitality. This herb is also a restorative tonic used to sooth and tone the nervous system. This herb may be a little harder to find, but is found in many health food and natural herbal remedies stores.

 

Black Cohosh – this is an herb, which was first used for medicinal purposes by Native American Indians who introduced it to European colonists. Black cohosh became a popular treatment for women's health issues in Europe even as early as the mid-1950s. It has been used to treat symptoms of menopause, but also premenstrual syndrome (PMS), painful menstruation, acne, weakened bones (osteoporosis).

 

How is it used? The root of black cohosh is used for medicinal purposes, sometime ingested and other times applied directly to the skin. Black cohosh root contains several chemicals that might have effects in the body, some of these chemicals work on the immune system and might affect the body's defenses against diseases. It is also thought that is works in a way that similar to the female hormone, estrogen. In some parts of the body, black cohosh might increase the effects of estrogen. In other parts of the body, black cohosh might decrease the effects of estrogen. This herb is very common and can be found in most health food stores.

 

Dong quai - important of the Chinese tonic herbs, is used as a nourishing blood tonic and to support the menstrual cycle. Dong Quai has been used for centuries by Asian healers to support balance of female hormones and to promote hormonal health during the menopause and perimenopause. More recently, clinical research has confirmed the effectiveness of this tonic herb.

 

Valerian root - Valerian may be indicated for the relief of insomnia, stress-related anxiety, and nervous restlessness. It may also be used to ease stomach and menstrual cramps, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), some of the restlessness that accompanies attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and migraine symptoms. And, more rarely, it may be used to treat convulsions from a seizure disorder. In its most well-documented use, however, it is used as a calmant to help people sleep.

 

Soy, which is a plant estrogen (phytoestrogen) is reported to help relieve hot flashes, insomnia, anxiety, and some other symptoms of menopause. Many studies point to women in China and Japan as evidence that soy work, because women in this part of the world start eating it very early in life. Soy can be eaten in many dishes, including some fermented products like Meso and Tempeh. More common in this country are the soy milk, soy protein products, and even tofurkey (soy turkey) and soy-made chocolate shakes. Every year more products seem to come out so try them, you may enjoy them.