Is there anything natural that stops hot flashes?
Monday, November 30th, 2009 at
7:28 pm
My mom is going through menopause and is experiencing hot flashes that are really bothering her. She is too afraid to take any kind of drugs so I was wondering if there is anything natural she can do to stop the hot flashes and if there is what and where can she get it?
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One of the best ways to reduce hot flashes and many other symptoms of menopause is regular exercise. You can also find relief from hot flashes by paying careful attention to the clothes that you wear. Avoid things that are made from wool, synthetics, or silk. Try to wear clothes made from breathable fabrics like cotton instead. To reduce night sweats, you can also use cotton sheets on your bed. If you are looking for a natural supplement to help reduce hot flushes, there are many alternatives, such as Hot Flash Freedom, to prescription drugs. Whatever natural therapy you choose, stick with it faithfully and you should see results.
There are supplements, like soy, or black cohosh, that contain natural estrogens that might ease hot flashes. Prozac also eases hot flashes.
Absolutly, she can get most of them at any natural foods store or vitamin shop.
*Supplements for Menopausal and Hormonal Symptoms
Sepia- for hot flashes- sprinkle a little under tongue
To Relieve Menopausal Symptoms
Black Cohosh
B12 and B6 vitamins
Folic Acid
Inositol
These four items are very good for overall menopausal symptoms, especially black cohosh, which is good for hot flashes. The B12, B6 and folic acid help with mood and to ease you through the transition. The inositol also helps with mood. You take it at night and it helps you to sleep.
Essential Oils
Flax Seed Oil
Evening Primrose Oil
Vitamin E
Omega-3
These are really good overall for hormone symptoms. Essential oils are good for joints because sore joints can be a symptom of menopause.
soy milk is good for hot flashes and cold water.
Soy milk and other soy products are probably the safest and most natural way to reduce hot flashes.
Hey there —
If your mom is trying to go the natural route, you might want to check out Women to Women. They have a phone support program with a nurse educator plus diet and supplements. You can tons of info for free on their website — here’s one of their menopause articles I really liked — please pass it along to your mom — An introduction to perimenopause, menopause and menopausal symptoms
Good luck!