PHYTOESTROGENIC HERBS FOR MENOPAUSE

phytoestrogenic herbs Herbs containing phytoestrogens are becoming increasingly popular, thanks to their efficacy at treating menopause symptoms. Women interested in finding safe and effective ways to manage menopausal symptoms should keep reading to learn more about phytoestrogenic herbs for menopause.
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WHAT ARE PHYTOESTROGENIC HERBS FOR
MENOPAUSE?

Phytoestrogenic herbs are those that contain phytoestrogens (plant hormones similar to human estrogen). Several plants contain phytoestrogens, but only a select few contain them at levels significant enough to have an appreciable effect in humans. In addition to phytoestrogens, some plants also contain other compounds (like amino acids, vitamins and minerals) that can influence a woman's hormonal levels.

HOW DO PHYTOESTROGENIC HERBS FOR
MENOPAUSE WORK?

Menopausal symptoms occur when during middle age a woman’s body is not able to produce sufficient levels of estrogen. Phytoestrogenic herbs work by providing the body with the estrogen it needs, by replacing natural hormones with phytoestrogens. Some doctors propose Phytoestrogenic herbs as an alternative to Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), because they work in very similar ways.

BENEFITS OF PHYTOESTROGENIC HERBS FOR
MENOPAUSE

Herbs for menopause containing phytoestrogens are frequently prescribed for medical conditions related to low estrogen levels. They are most often used to alleviate menopause symptoms, but can treat any disorder triggered by low hormonal levels.

         • Relieves menopause symptoms
         • Prevents Osteoporosis
         • Increases estrogen levels
         • Promotes fertility
         • Protects against cardiovascular disease
         • Improves sexual function

CONCERNS ABOUT PHYTOESTROGENIC HERBS
FOR MENOPAUSE

Phytoestrogenic herbs are a great treatment for menopause symptoms, and are relatively inexpensive compared to HRT. However, use of Phytoestrogenic herbs has recently been criticized, because the plants add hormones to the body artificially and thus can trigger a range of undesirable side effects, including serious problems like breast cancer.

However, there are alternative treatments which are just as helpful as Phytoestrogenic herbs, but without the side effects. Non-estrogenic herbs, for example, are a great option for relieving menopause symptoms.

MOST USED PHYTOESTROGENIC
HERBS FOR MENOPAUSE

Black Cohosh

Due to high levels of phytoestrogens, black cohosh is the most popular herb for treating menopause symptoms, especially hot flashes. However, the phytoestrogens in

black cohosh may stimulate the growth of breast tumors.

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Dong Quai

The phytoestrogens in dong quai help to regulate the menstrual cycle and treat hormone - related menopausal symptoms. However, it is also known to affect blood

pressure and respiration when taken in large doses.

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Ginkgo Biloba

Ginkgo Biloba is one of the oldest living tree species (200 million years). Chinese herbal medicine has used ginkgo leaves and seeds for centuries to enhance memory and

prevent and treat Alzheimer's disease. However, it can be toxic when not prepared properly.

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Red Clover

Red Clover grows wild in meadows throughout Europe and Asia, and has the highest level of phytoestrogens out of any phytoestrogenic herb. The dried red flowers are used to

treat bronchitis, spasmodic coughing and asthma. Red clover has been applied to the skin to treat conditions such as psoriasis and eczema.

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What herb should women try? Today, more and more women turn to herbs for menopause symptom relief. Phytoestrogenic herbs and non estrogenic herbs are both effective at alleviating menopause symptoms. However, recent studies show that non estrogenic herbs have zero side effects, because unlike phytoestrogenic herbs, they help the body to produce its own hormones, instead of introducing artificial hormones.
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