Can the menopause be managed using homeopathic remedies?
Some women go through the menopause noticing little change except the cessation of the monthly period, others struggle with a range of symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats, low libido, vaginal dryness, depression and lack of energy. Remedies can alleviate many more distressing symptoms helping to rebalance fluctuating hormonal levels.During menopause a good diet is more important than ever as nutritional deficiencies translate to physical symptoms as the masking effect of high levels of oestrogen declines. Many symptoms such as hot flushes can be reduced simply by ensuring that a range of vitamins and minerals are included in the diet, either in food or as supplements. Your homeopath should be able to advise you.Menopause is a time of transition and often coincides with upheavals within the family such as children leaving home or elderly parents requiring care which add to the stress. However there are very positive aspects to this transition. The “having babies” period of a woma