What is the best supplement for menopause?

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Looking for a cool and smooth transition through your menopause journey? Research-based herbal supplements can support you traversing the menopause with more comfort and ease. Here are a few commonly used herbs:

• Black Cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa): supporting all main menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, and sleep disturbances.
• Sage (Salvia officinalis): supporting with temperature balance, hot flashes and night sweats.
• Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus): supports balanced hormones, vaginal comfort and moisture.

What is Menopause?

Menopause is the natural stage in a woman's life when menstruation stops. Menopause can be officially confirmed after 12 consecutive months with no period.

Many hormonal changes accompany this phase. This fluctuation can result in these symptoms:

Menopause symptoms

• Hot flushes
• Night sweats
• Irritability and mood swings
• Vaginal moisture and libido changes
• Weight changes

Is there a menopause supplement for weight loss?

In addition to a specific menopause-supporting herbal supplements, there are natural remedies that can support healthy weight management and blood sugar balance during this transition, in conjunction with a healthy diet and exercise.

Some of these include:

• Apple Cider Vinegar: supports blood sugar levels and cravings
• Garcinia: Derived from the Garcinia cambogia fruit, supports fat metabolism and appetite.
• Berberine and Inositol: supports insulin sensitivity and blood sugar levels – important to manage cravings and mood.

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Perimenopause Supplements

Perimenopause is the transitional period leading up to menopause, typically starting in a woman's 40s but can begin earlier or later. During perimenopause, hormone levels, particularly estrogen and progesterone, begin to fluctuate, leading to irregular menstrual cycles, PMS and various symptoms - similar to menopause - such as hot flashes, increased sweats, changeable mood, sleep disturbances and libido changes.

Menopause natural herbal supplements are usually equally supportive in this phase. However, there are few more perimenopause natural supplements you may want to consider:

• Vitex (Vitex agnus-castus): supports PMS symptoms and irregular menstrual cycles.
• Dong Quai (Angelica sinensis): supports hormonal balance, breast tenderness, cramps and PMS.

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