MENOPAUSE: CHANGE OF LIFE
If you are going through menopause and the symptoms are intense then natural therapy has a lot to offer, before you consider the alternative of oestrogen treatment. A number of studies have shown that vitamin E supplementation can eliminate or reduce the symptoms associated with menopause, particularly hot flushes.
Dong quai has been used in Asia for thousands of years and its reputation is second only to ginseng. Dong quai is regarded as the “female remedy” and has been used successfully for the treatment of many female disorders including menopause, amenorrhea and dysmenorrhea.
Dong quai contains phytoestrogens (plant oestrogens). These natural plant oestrogens compete with the oestrogen in the body for binding sites. The phytoestrogens in Dong quai produce oestrogenic activity when the body’s oestrogen levels are low as is the case in menopause. The ability of the phytoestrogens to occupy oestrogen receptor sites also helps high oestrogen levels. Dong quai is specifically of use for the treatment of menopausal hot flushes. Evening primrose oil in conjunction with herbs and vitamins for the treatment of many hormonal disorders including menopause has met with good results.
Oats are of value when used for the treatment of menopausal depression and neurasthenia. Avena stimulates both the motor and sensory systems. This stimulation gives a lift and elevation in mood.
SUPPLEMENTS
Dong quai 500 mg 3 times daily
vitamin E 500 IU daily
Executive B Complex
(stress B group
formula) 1 tablet daily
Efamol (evening
primrose oil) 500 mg 1 capsule 3 times daily
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