Menopause is a very delicate period in a woman’s life, both from a physical and psychological point of view as it corresponds to the end of the fertile period and ovarian activity. Menopause occurs after a year of absence of the menstrual cycle, preceded by a period of irregularity before the complete disappearance. This usually occurs between the ages of 45 and 55 or to any woman experiencing export or damage to the ovaries.
The hormonal changesthat characterize this life cycle of women are manifested by a series of annoying and often difficult to manage symptoms. In particular, the reduction in the level of estrogen is the source of some ailments such as sudden hot flashes, irritability, insomnia, depression, vaginal dryness and cold sweats. Menopause manifests itself in a subjective way in every woman, but if the symptoms are neglected, more serious damage to the organism can occur such as osteoporosis and reduced protection of the heart, increasing the risk of arteriosclerosis and thrombosis. The latter pathologies are usually diagnosed when they are already in place, which is why it is important at the first symptoms of menopausecarry out specialist checks, such as a hormone level test and a uterine ultrasound.
Natural aids for menopause
To overcome the first period of adaptation, herbal medicine offers various natural remedies that help relieve the most annoying ailments. In particular, plants rich in phytoestrogens help rebalance the hormonal structure of postmenopausal women. Often these plants can be taken through tinctures or in practical capsules. Let’s see specifically the plants with beneficial properties for menopause:
Soy
Soy is rich in isoflavones , or plant phytoestrogens that work like estrogens, rebalancing hormone levels. For this reason, many diets made for postmenopausal women include soy products, drawing two benefits: hormonal reorganization and a food low in cholesterol suitable for slowing down the metabolism typical of this biological period.
Red clover
Red clover is the plant most used to relieve the typical symptoms of menopause. Like soy, clover also contains isoflavones that act against hot flashes, sweating and vaginal dryness; in addition, the red clover is rich in principles that prevent osteoporosis .
Black Cohosh
The black cohosh is a plant known for its properties since the Native Americans. In addition to relieving the symptoms of menopause, it also helps to balance the loss of mineral salts thus preventing osteoporosis. Usually, however, it cannot be taken by those suffering from gastric problems or who are allergic to aspirin. However, consult your doctor first to be sure.
Magnesium
Magnesium is an essential component for the proper functioning of the nervous system. It is no coincidence that it is particularly suitable for those who experience significant mood swings and irritability in this phase . However, magnesium is also important in preventing osteoporosis, given its synergy with calcium to ensure that the latter is fixed in the bones to keep them healthy and strong.
If you are not suffering from some pathology, there is no reason why you cannot live this new biological cycle in all serenity, alleviating normal annoyances with the help of plants and a balanced diet.
Curiosity
The black cohosh takes its strange name from the bad smell that its flowers emanate to ward off insects.
