Night Sweats..

In women, menopause is the most common cause of night sweats.

It may be treated a number of ways. Exercise is considered an
important part of treatment, and a number of herbal treatments are
often employed: Dong Quai, Chaste Berry, Black Cohosh, Motherwort,
Licorice Root, and essential oils, among others.

A more traditional treatment is the use of estrogen and progestin
replacement therapy. Changing to a healthier diet may also take care
of the problem.

OTHER THINGS THAT MAY HELP:

• Keep the bedroom cool. Install air conditioning, use a fan, or keep
a window open at night. Use minimal bedding.

• Take a cold shower before bed, or get up when night sweats occur and
take a cold shower or bath.

• Have a cold drink handy, so that when night sweats occur, you may
obtain some relief with cool water.

• Switch to all cotton bedding and nightclothes; other fibers may make
you more warm.

• Drink more water throughout the day.

• Don’t drink alcohol anytime near bedtime.

• Don’t eat near bedtime, particularly foods with sugar or carbohydrates.