Menopause is a natural biological process in a woman’s life that can happen in your 40’s or 50’s. It marks the end of your menstrual cycle and is diagnosed after you’ve gone for 12 months without a menstrual period. This is because production of your sex hormone levels decline as you age and the ovaries stop releasing eggs.
How do you know if you're in menopause?
There are signs that show up in the months or years before you reach menopause. This period where you notice changes is called ‘perimenopause.’
According to the Mayo Clinic, these are some of the changes you might notice:
- Irregular periods
- Vaginal dryness
- Hot flashes
- Chills
- Night sweats
- Sleep problems
- Mood changes
- Weight gain and slowed metabolism
- Thinning hair and dry skin
- Loss of breast fullness
While menopause is a completely natural process of ageing, the symptoms can still cause a lot of discomfort. While medication is an option for relieving troublesome symptoms, they aren’t the best choice for many women. If you’re looking for natural remedies, below are some herbs that you can add to your tea to help ease those uncomfortable menopause symptoms:
- Black Cohosh root - this herb has been lauded for its effectiveness in reducing hot flashes and vaginal dryness. It has been used as an alternative for hormone replacement therapy (HRT). However, women who are being treated for blood pressure or liver problems are cautioned against taking Black Cohosh root.
- Red Clover - this herb is a good source of isoflavones, a compound that works similarly to estrogen. It is often used to alleviate symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, and bone loss.
- Ginseng - is one of those herbs that have been long used in traditional medicine and lauded for its many beneficial effects like boosting immunity and improving heart health and energy levels. Ginseng is also said to improve sex-drive, mood, and over-all wellbeing in menopausal women.
- Evening Primrose Oil - is said to relieve hot flashes and night sweats as well.
- Lavender - has been traditionally used to promote feelings of relaxation and support sleep. It can also reduce hot flashes and relieve headaches.
- Turmeric - has anti-inflammatory properties that can reduce joint pain and hot flashes. It is also said to promote blood flow, stimulate digestion and therefore, increase nutrient absorption.
- Ginger - since ginger is an excellent digestive aid, it can alleviate the lesser known menopause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and help to settle an upset stomach. It may also help relieve stomach churning menopause stress and anxiety.
- Soy-based foods contain isoflavones, a type of phytoestrogen. Phytoestrogens are believed to work similarly to estrogen, and may be able to relieve menopause symptoms such as hot flashes and night sweats.
Latte Liberate for menopause
This delicious blend has been designed to restore balance within and help reduce hot flashes, night sweats, control weight and improve sleepless nights, all common symptoms of menopause.
