Herbs For Menopause

Can using herbs for menopause relief work better than prescribed drugs or estrogen replacement? Well, it probably depends on the individual and you should talk it over with your doctor but estrogen replacement does have risks associated with it that herbs do not. Consider that menopausal symptoms are rare in cultures that eat vegetarian foods with lots of beans and soy and that hormone replacement therapy to treat menopause may increase your risk of breast cancer you may do well to decide to ease the symptoms a more natural way.

Why Does Soy Work?

Soy, beans and other legumes have phytoestrogens which are milder than the estrogen our body produces. Using soy and other herbs for menopause helps bolster the bodies declining estrogen supplies which is attributed to hot flashes and vaginal dryness. Soy is reported to reduce the risk of estrogen linked cancers. Other herbs that contain phytoestrogens include apples, celery, dates, sassafras and fennel to name a few.

Other Herbs For Menopause

Other herbs can help ease symptoms of menopause as well. Chasteberry is reputed to normalize hormones and ease symptoms of menopause. Chinese Angelica is an ancient Chinese herb used for “womens problems” and is reputed to relieve hot flashes, vaginal dryness and irritability. Black Cohosh is reputed to relieve cramps as well as hot flashes and has long been used for all problems relating to the uterus.

Should You Take Herbs?

Most herbs are not harmful if you follow dosage instructions. Of course you should talk to your doctor before taking any new supplements to make sure it won’t react with any medications you are on. Aside from their benefits in relieving symptoms of menopause, these herbs have many other health benefits that can aid in your overall health and help your body fight illness and disease.

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