Natural remedies for menopause

Hot flushes, irritability, vaginal dryness... these are just some of the symptoms women experience when it comes to menopause. Hormonal treatments do exist, but some women prefer alternative solutions, such as plants in various forms. Your pharmacy offers you its latest range of food supplements to treat sleep, hot flushes, water retention, etc...

Hot flushes, one of the most common symptoms of menopause, are due to hormonal fluctuations that disrupt the body's thermoregulation. These sudden sensations of intense heat can occur several times a day, disrupting sleep.

Hormonal changes also affect the nervous system, leading to increased irritability, mood swings and even anxiety or mild depression.

The reduction in estrogen often leads to dry mucous membranes, particularly in the vaginal area, which can cause discomfort or irritation during intercourse.

Water retention and weight gain, particularly in the abdomen, are frequent manifestations of slowed metabolism and altered fat distribution.

Night sweats and hormonal imbalances can disrupt sleep cycles, leading to chronic fatigue and reduced energy.

What is menopause?

Menopause is a normal physiological process that results in the cessation of ovulatory cycles due to reduced ovarian function.

Postmenopause is the period after menopause (on average around age 55) for women. It is characterized by a number of events of varying degrees of discomfort: hot flushes, sleep disorders, etc., resulting from significant hormonal changes due to the cessation of ovarian function.

Physiological menopause is established by theabsence of menstruation for a year, around the age of 50, although menopause between the ages of 41 and 58 is normal.

Before the age of 40, when this phenomenon occurs, we speak of "premature menopause", most often due to non-iatrogenic ovarian failure, requiring hormone replacement therapy to prevent cardiovascular disease andosteoporosis.

Smoking tends to bring menopause forward by one or two years. Conversely, obesity can bring it back.

A number of symptoms can begin before menstruation has completely stopped in the so-called "pre-menopausal" period:

altered menstrual flow and cycle length
Hot flushes, night sweats
Vaginal dryness, painful intercourse
Aging of the skin
Urinary disorders with frequent cystitis
Constipation, diarrhea
Arthralgia, myalgia
Weight gain
Osteoporosis possible
Character and/or mood disorders

However, it's important to approach this new life cycle with serenity, and not to see it as a loss of femininity.

Naturopathic advice to relieve menopausal symptoms:

To combat hot flushes:

Avoid triggers (spicy foods, bright lights, eiderdowns, predictable emotional reactions).
Cool the environment (lower the thermostat, use fans)
Wearing layered clothing that can be removed as needed can be helpful
Exercise to lose weight
Eat more soy. In fact, the secret of its benefits lies in the equol (isoflavone) it contains. Isoflavones are plant polyphenols with the biological effect of weak oestrogens, whose action in the post-menopausal period is very interesting. Soy has been shown to effectively relieve hot flushes.

To combat vaginal dryness:

Take regular vitamin B9 cures.Folic acid promotes cell renewal and prevents damage to mucous membranes.
Rebalance fatty acids with a course of omegas to promote hydration of the mucous membranes, including the vaginal mucosa.

To combat skin aging:

Take a course of vitamin C.Ascorbic acid is a powerful antioxidant that fights skin aging. In particular, it helps collagen formation.
Drink plenty of water
Avoid smoking
Protect yourself from the sun's rays

To combat weight gain during menopause:

Eat fruit and vegetables every day (remember to eat fruit outside mealtimes).
Choose the right sources of fats and proteins
Exercise regularly
Maintain a good level of hydration
Avoid sugar, alcohol and trans fats
Avoid low-calorie, light or 0% products (these products are not low-calorie; the sugar is simply replaced by sweeteners that have not been shown to be safe for the body, or they are low in fat. Studies have shown that consumers of low-fat products eat 30-50% more fat than conventional products.)
Eat smaller meals and break up your diet to avoid cravings.
Never skip meals
Have small protein- and fiber-based snacks between meals to avoid snacking.

To prevent osteoporosis :

Take a course of vitamin D (helps fix calcium and phosphorus in bones and teeth, also helps prevent osteoporosis, and plays a role in mineralization and repair of bone tissue and joints), vitamin C (helps build and repair bones), calcium (promotes healthy bones) and silicon (promotes balanced bones).

What naturopathic products can I find on the Soin-et-Nature website?

Soin-et-Nature offers a wide range of products dedicated to naturopathy, providing natural solutions to support your daily health and well-being. Here are the categories available:

To preserve joint health with plants, targeted phytotherapy solutions relieve joint pain and improve mobility.
For urinary comfort, phytotherapy offers natural products that support urinary tract health.
To combat fatigue and regain energy, revitalizing herbal formulas are available.
To relieve heavy legs and promote good blood circulation, natural solutions based on phytotherapy are ideal.
To accompany the effects of menopause, targeted products help balance the hormonal system naturally.
To improve memory and concentration, specific supplements support cognitive and mental functions.
To maintain muscular health thanks to plants, natural solutions promote muscle recovery and relaxation.
To achieve your slimming goals and detoxify the body, specially adapted products combine the benefits of plants and naturopathy.
To protect and soothe the respiratory system, natural supplements help strengthen the airways.
To manage stress and improve sleep, phytotherapy solutions promote relaxation and restorative rest.
To care for the eyes, specific natural products support ocular health.
To boost intellectual tone, specially-adapted supplements stimulate mental vitality and concentration.
To regain energy and vitality, natural formulas support general tone and help combat sluggishness.
For natural allergy relief, a selection of adapted products is available to soothe seasonal symptoms.
To improve digestion and promote optimal transit, natural solutions target common digestive disorders.
For a personalized approach to your well-being, tailor-made nutritherapy offers solutions adapted to your specific needs.

These naturopathic products, available on Soin-et-Nature, enable you to adopt a holistic and respectful approach to health, drawing on the power of plants and natural solutions.