Tuesday, 3 May 2011

Natural Menopause Relief

Natural menopause relief can be found in a variety of sources. Find out what options are available for alleviate your symptoms of menopause.

We are all unique creatures, for sure, and as women our perimenopause symptoms vary greatly from one person to the next. And although relief from the hot flashes and other menopausal symptoms is something most of us search for, many choose natural menopause relief.

What are the options?

Black cohosh is one of the most widely used methods of natural relief from menopause symptoms. There was a time in my middle aged life when this choice worked well for me. Black Cohosh belongs to the buttercup family, and grows native in the eastern parts of North America. This unique plant is valued for its hormone and mood balancing properties. It has a direct action on the centers of the brain that help control dilation of blood vessels, and thus can help alleviate the intensity of hot flashes.

Progesterone creamis another source of natural menopause relief. Studies have found that that a 2% progesterone skin cream works in about 85% of perimenopausal women. A little as 1/4 tsp once per day can ease hot flashes. Read the labels carefully when selecting a progesterone cream as the levels of pregesterone can vary greatly.

Evening primrose oil capsules contain gamma linolenic acid, which can help relieve hot flashes. It can also help relieve PMS. Suggested dosage is one 1,000 mg capsule three times a day with food.

Chaste tree berry tablets are a source of iridoids and flavonoids, which can naturally relieve hot flashes. Take one 240 mg tablet once a day as a suggested dosage.

Research shows that exercise alone can alleviate hot flashes. The best part about this natural menopause relief is that is doesn't have to cost a penny!

In one study, aerobic exercise reduced the severity of hot flashes in 55% of postmenopausal women. Another benefit of strength training exercise is that is helps maintain bone strength. Studies have shown that women who lifted weights for 40 minutes twice a week actually gained 1% of their bone density, which is significant at a time in life when bone density is potentially lessening.

Yoga is increasing in it's popularity with women to alleviate menopause symptoms. There are specific yoga postures to alleviate hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings and depression. Check with sources where you live to see what types of yoga classes are offered for helping with symptoms of menopause.

As with any type of program involving vitamins, minerals, exercise and such, consult with your physician to help determine which natural menopause relief method(s) will be best for you.
 

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