natural menopause
Soya beans and any products made from them, such as tofu, tempeh, miso,
soya milk and soya sauce, are rich in phytoestrogens, plant substances that mimic human oestrogen.
These have been shown to be especially beneficial for menopausal women, helping to control symptoms as well as having a protective factor against osteoporosis and heart disease.
Soya may also help to boost memory by promoting and protecting nerve cell communication and have a protective effect on the prostate.
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Low Libido?
natural menopause
Many women complain of waning or low libido at the start of the menopause.
Herbs can help rebalance your hormones.
Dong Quai, agnus castus, ginseng, ladies mantle, wild yam, black cohosh and motherwort have all been used to good effect.
Useful nutrients include vitamins C and E, B complex, magnesium and zinc, found in wholegrains, fruits, veg, nuts , seeds and pulses.
The essential fats are needed as precursors to hormones. They are found in oily fish, nuts, seeds and their cold pressed oils.
Particularly recommended are hulled hemp seeds, ground flax seeds, sunflower seeds and pumpkin seeds.
Seeds are also a good source of the mineral zinc(as are oysters), levels of which are often rock bottom in menopausal ladies.
The liver generally needs help at this time of life, as it is responsible for processing old hormones. Milk thistle is one of the best herbs for helping the liver and can be taken daily for a few months.
natural menopause
Many women complain of waning or low libido at the start of the menopause.
Herbs can help rebalance your hormones.
Dong Quai, agnus castus, ginseng, ladies mantle, wild yam, black cohosh and motherwort have all been used to good effect.
Useful nutrients include vitamins C and E, B complex, magnesium and zinc, found in wholegrains, fruits, veg, nuts , seeds and pulses.
The essential fats are needed as precursors to hormones. They are found in oily fish, nuts, seeds and their cold pressed oils.
Particularly recommended are hulled hemp seeds, ground flax seeds, sunflower seeds and pumpkin seeds.
Seeds are also a good source of the mineral zinc(as are oysters), levels of which are often rock bottom in menopausal ladies.
The liver generally needs help at this time of life, as it is responsible for processing old hormones. Milk thistle is one of the best herbs for helping the liver and can be taken daily for a few months.
natural menopause
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