Menopause Alternative Treatment

Alternative Menopause Treatment

There are a variety of herbal and botanical treatments that have shown limited success with quelling the symptoms of menopause. Such substances have estrogen-like qualities called phytoestrogens that may provide that may help relieve some of the discomfort associated with hot flashes and night sweats. Black Cohosh, dietary soy, dong quai, and flaxseeds are some of the most popular forms of herbs and botanicals that are used in conjunction with HRT or by themselves.

The decision to take a complementary or alternative treatment should be discussed thoroughly with your medical doctor particularly due to the many menopause supplements that contain false marketing and advertising claims or may have contraindications for the woman’s health.

In addition to supplements, lifestyle behaviors play an important role in managing the symptoms of menopause. Maintaining a regular exercise routine, eating a well-balanced diet full of whole foods, fruits and vegetables and healthy fats as well as partaking in some kind of stress-reducing activity like yoga, meditation or tai chi are other ways that a woman can effectively manage the symptoms of menopause.