Fortunately, we’re in an era when medical facilities are available and we have alternatives to choose from. Drugs and hormone therapy are in vogue, enabling women to cope with menopause. However, a healthy nutritious diet, comprising leafy vegetables, soy, fruits, brown bread and rice and an intake of calcium supplements are more beneficial. Regular exercise, yoga, meditation and stretches can also work wonders. Actually these cheap, natural remedies are advantageous than the common HRT-Hormone Replacement therapy, which although helps prevent bone loss, also has side effects!
Whatever you choose, do so at the right time. There are women who prefer not wasting money on these ‘frivolities’, believing this is a passing phase. But when your bones are fragile, you are more susceptible to fractures. And you don’t want to break your bones and have a nurse shove a bed pan under your bottoms!
Dehydroepiandrosterone, more commonly known as “DHEA” is miraculous in anti-aging effects, acts as an anti-depressant, and aids in fat burning. Testosterone in the form of crèmes or gels helps in balancing hormones and boosting libido. Aromatherapy and Bach flower remedy also help combat depression. According to TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine), ginger is known to combat depression and fatigue. Ginseng is supposed to be a panacea for menopause, alleviating hot flashes, and elevating your libido! Indian herbs like saffron are also supposed to boost libido.
According to Dr. John Lee, women with water retention, fibroids and wrinkling skin are the ones who suffer from a dip in their libido. These symptoms are a resultant of progesterone deficiency due to failure in ovulation. And when these women take progesterone supplementation, their sex drive increased too! Weak kidneys or adrenals also cause fluid retention. Cucumber, melons and grapes should help flush out excess water naturally. Essential oils like lavender, juniper and rosemary are known to relieve water retention and also alleviate depression.
Acupuncture and acupressure are known to relieve menstrual pains and even shrink fibroids. Homeopathy and vitamin-E supplements also help in dryness of the vagina. Acidophilus tablets inserted inside the vagina is supposed to lubricate the area and also prevent yeast infections. Consuming fresh vegetables and fruits, yogurt and a long foreplay are natural remedies to combat dryness. Homeopathy helps in reducing vitiligo that distresses a small percentage of women.
Another cheap and effective remedy is ‘Mudra therapy’, where your fingers are held in a certain way, helps in reduction of water retention, weight gain and depression.
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