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Best Menopause Herbs
The following are some of the best menopause herbs:
Chaste Tree Berry
Chaste Tree Berry, a Mediterranean shrub, treats hormonal imbalances. It is a natural flavonoid with a progesterone-like effect. It affects the neurotransmitters that regulate hormone levels and will regulate heavy menstrual flow and lessen mood changes associated with uneven hormone production. Normally 20mg per day is a recommended dose of the herb although this may vary with unique manufacturer's formulations. Rarely some women report gastric discomfort from Chaste Tree Berry but the herb is almost universally well-tolerated.
Red Clover
Thanks to the presence of plant estrogens in Red Clover, the herb reduces the frequency and severity of hot flashes. Some experts, however, worry that the estrogens may increase the risk of breast cancer so women who are at risk may want to approach the use of Red Clover with caution.
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The recommended dosage is 40 to 80mg per day and the herb is well-tolerated with only rare reports of gastric distress.
Valerian Root
onally Valerian Root has been used to treat insomnia and nervous conditions due to its sedative and anxiety relieving properties. Because menopausal women often experience jittery nerves and disturbed sleep, Valerian can help them to deal more effectively with stress and to rest better at night. Recommended dosages are normally in the range of 200 to 500mg taken half an hour before going to bed. For restless, nervous feelings use 100 to 200mg three times a day. The herb is not addictive and carries no health risks when used in appropriate amounts. It should not, however, be used in combination with barbiturates, benzodiazepines, or alcohol.
St. John's Wort
Menopausal women often combat feelings of depression. St. John's Wort is a traditional remedy for mild to moderate depression, anxiety, and disruptions of the sleep cycle.
St. John's Wort will interact with certain drugs including a number used to treat HIV as well as some anti-cancer medications.
The most common side effects are dry mouth, gastric upset, dizziness, and fatigue. Consult with your physician before taking St. John's Wort. Normally dosage is 300mg three times a day.
Kava Kava
Kava kava is a mild, pain relieving analgesic with anti-anxiety and muscle-relaxing properties. Normally taken in doses of 200 to 250mg two to three times a day, Kava should not be taken for longer than three months at a time and is contraindicated for pregnant women and those who are breast feeding. Kava is non-addictive and carries only mild gastric upset as a side effect though if used for longer than three months it will turn the skin, nails, and hair temporarily yellow.
Evening Primrose Oil
The wildflower Evening Primrose, native to North America, produces oil that can be used to treat fibrocystic breast disease as well as a range of premenstrual and menopausal symptoms. Considered one of the best herbs for the relief of these disorders,
Evening Primrose is normally taken at the rate of 3g daily divided into three doses. As is often the case with menopause and herbs, discernible effects are not immediately present. Expect 4 to 6 weeks to pass before detecting a change in your symptoms with full benefits not manifesting for 4 to 8 months. The herb is non-toxic and non-carcinogenic with no side effects. Do not use Evening Primrose Oil if you are being treated for epilepsy or if you use drugs to treat schizophrenia.
As a safe alternative to potentially cancer-causing hormone replacement therapies for menopause, herbs are used by increasing numbers of women to relieve the symptoms of this transitional stage of their lives. While not as fast acting as their medically conventional counterparts, herbs for menopause can offer many of the same benefits with none of the risks.
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