Healthy Considerations

Here are several natural remedies for menopause: Soy: contains phytoestrogens which are estrogen-like substances taken from plants. Some research supports soy rich products as helping with mild hot flashes that are so prevalent in women experiencing menopausal symptoms. The risks of taking soy are still unknown and may not be safe for those women with estrogen dependant cancer. Other Phytoestrogen Sources: herbs such as black cohash, wild yam, dong quai and valerian root. Bioidentical Hormone Therapy: alternative medicine doctors sometimes prescribed these treatments, which are made from various plant hormones similar to those of a woman’s. Doses can vary from patient to patient as each prescription is hand mixed. For many women, hormone replacement may not always be necessary or needed. In fact, it can prove hazardous for some. For these women, herbal remedies … Read entire article »