Natural Ways to Treat Menopause

Menopause is the cessation or lack of reproductive fertility, typically toward the end of a woman's reproductive age. The term---Greek in origin and meaning the end of cycles---originally was used to refer to the ending of female fertility accompanied by the end of the menstrual cycles. There are natural ways to avoid and delay menopause.

Diet

• Appropriate diet helps. Abstain from high-caffeine diets and carbonated drinks, which damage bones. Also avoid junk food and processed meats, since they have a high quantity of saturated fats. Excessive sugar also leads to lowered immunity and liver function, leading slowly to menopause.

  Use phytoestrogens foods, particularly soy, as well as grains, oats, wheat, brown rice, tofu, almonds, cashews, and fresh fruits and vegetables. These foods help delay menopause and help relieve a lot of the symptoms associated with it.

Red Clover

• Research conducted by the Journal of the British Menopause Society revealed that red clover-rich supplements are not only effective against osteoporosis, heart disease and various types of cancer, but they stop hot flashes, which is a premenopausal and menopausal symptom. These supplements also combat night sweats, too. A common supplement containing red clover extracts is Promensil, which is available over the counter.

Good Bacteria

• Lactobacillus acidophilus and bifidus are bacteria found in our intestines. They help women with metabolism, the utilization of estrogen during menopause and reduce the chances of yeast infection. These bacteria are available in many supplements.

Black Cohosh

• Black cohosh works like red clover and is a cure for a lot of female discomforts, including hot flashes. Hot flashes are caused by the pituitary gland, which produces luteinizing hormones. These hormones are known to lead to permanent menopause. They also accelerate hot flashes in the pre-menopausal stages.
  However it is highly recommended that you see your doctor before starting this natural medicine for it might have some adverse effects on your liver.

Healthy Fats and Fatty Acids

• Unsaturated fats help combat menopause; they take care of uneasy feelings such as bloating, cramps and irritability. Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids also improve cardiovascular health and are vital for metabolism regulation.

Vitamin E

• Vitamin E has a multitude of healing properties, including its effective estrogenic properties that help hot flashes. Its fat-soluble antioxidants help neutralize harmful free radicals that are excreted in excess during the conversion to menopause. It is found in a number of natural greens, fruits and grains such as wheat, nuts, seeds, corn, asparagus, olives and vegetable oils or can be purchased as an over-the-counter dietary supplement.

  But consult your doctor; even natural supplements must be taken following his advice. There is no real way to delay menopause forever, but these herbal medicines will help alleviate symptoms and give some relief.