Menopause natural remedies
As alternative of hormone replacement therapy various herbal preparations are used by women to relieve menopausal symptoms.
BLACK COHOSH
It contains estrogen-like substances which may be helpful in treating symptoms associated with menstruation and menopause.
These plant estrogens work very much like natural estrogen, helping to produce lubrication in your vagina, working to regulate temperature, and helping to strengthen bones.
It has traditionally been used by Native Americans to treat chronic fatigue, malaria, rheumatism, kidney problems, sore throat, and female disorders. Herbalists have used it for bronchitis, fever, itching, high blood pressure, anxiety, menstrual cramps, and symptoms of menopause.
Precautions: It should not be used by anyone suffering from a chronic disease. It may have a stimulating effect on the cardiac system.
DONG QUAI
Dong quai is known as an anti aging herb. It is also used as natural remedy for menstrual problems treatment, menopause symptoms relief, heart disease, insomnia, high blood pressure, cirrhosis of the liver, herpes zoster (shingles), anemia, and diabetes. Dong quai contains phytoestrogens that bind to the estrogen receptors in our body, thereby increasing our levels of estrogen. This increased estrogen then works to reduce a variety of menopausal symptoms. Dong quai also contains Vitamins E, A, and B12.
MACA ROOT
The Maca root is aphrodisiac. Many people today still eat it for its sexual benefits. The maca root, which looks much like a radish, is also excellent natural remedy that reduces frequency and intensity of menopausal symptoms.
The maca root does not contain plant estrogens but, instead contains adaptogen. It helps to balance out our body’s own existing hormone system and encourages the production of hormones. Maca root also rich with calcium, magnesium, zinc, and iron as well as Vitamins B1, B2, B12, C, and E.
RED CLOVER
Red clover is one of the best sources of phytoestrogens, plant estrogens that mimic the female sex hormone. This natural remedy touted as a cure-all for menopause symptoms.
The phytoestrogens help to increase the levels of estrogen in our bodies, thereby reducing menopausal symptoms. Red clover also contains many vitamins and minerals including calcium, magnesium, niacin, potassium, and Vitamin C.
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April 29th, 2010 at 12:51 pm
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