There are many herbs for menopause products on the market that claim to help with symptoms of menopause, but since herbs aren’t regulated the same way drugs are, it’s hard to know which claims are true. There is limited and conflicting research on many herbs, however, there are some herbs that many women have used and found to relieve menopause symptoms.
Herbs for Menopause
Here are some of the more popular herbs for treating menopausal symptoms:
- Soy
Soy and soy products have a high concentration of phytoestrogens, which are similar to the hormone, estrogen. Soy provides relief from hot flashes and night sweats. Soy should not be taken if you are taking certain medications for depression (MAOIs), as serious side effects can occur.
- Chasteberry
Chasteberries contain progestins, which help to relieve hot flashes and vaginal dryness. Chasteberry has an effect on dopamine in the brain and should not be used by people who take dompamine-type medications, such anti-psychotic drugs and some drugs for Parkinson’s disease.
- Black Cohosh
Black Cohosh has been found to relieve night sweats and hot flashes. There are several commercial products made for symptoms of menopause that contain black cohosh. Remifemin is a popular one. There have been some reports of hepatitis, as well as liver failure, in women taking black cohosh, but it’s not known if black cohosh was the cause. Black Cohosh can have dangerous interactions with some medications, so check with your doctor if you are taking medication.
- Red Clover
Red Clover may be helpful treating menopausal symptoms, such as night sweats and hot flashes. Red clover contains isoflavones, which are changed over to phytoestrogens. Phytoestrogens are very similar to the hormone, estrogen. Red clover can decrease how quickly the liver breaks down certain medications and also might slow blood clotting. Check with your doctor before using red clover if you are taking medication.
- Dong quai
Dong quai has been found by some women to be effective for menopausal symptoms. 500 mg., taken twice daily has been found effective. Dong quai should not be taken with medications that slow blood clotting.
- Ginseng
Ginseng has been found to relieve stress and improve a woman’s overall sense of well being during menopause. Ginseng can interact with many medications, so discuss this with your doctor if you are taking any type of medication.
- St. John’s Wort
St. John’s Wort has been found to help with mild depression and the mood swings that come with menopause. St. John’s Wort interacts with many medications and can interfere with them, possibly causing serious side effects. If you are taking any medication, discuss the use of St. John’s Wort with your doctor.
Using Herbs for Menopause Symptoms
Using herbs for treatment of menopausal symptoms should be discussed with your doctor, to understand all possible side effects and interactions with medications. Herbs for menopause can improve symptoms of menopause, such as hot flashes and night sweats, and also improve your overall wellbeing.
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Dont forget the ccherb, specifically from the ginseng family the herb Curcuma Comosa.