Menopause is a stage when menstrual flow stops naturally after age of 45 or above. It occurs due to the natural decrease in hormones.
Signs and symptoms of Menopause:
Irregular periods, spotting etc,
Night sweats,
Mood swings,
Disturbed metabolism,
Sleeping disorders,
Hot flashes,
Urinary tract infection (UTI).
Natural Remedies For Menopause:
These tips and foods help to balance certain hormones and to make transition to menopause in a smoother way:
Have food rich in omega-3 fatty acids like walnuts, salmon and flaxseeds. Also, you should include soy foods to your diet.
Walking and breathing exercises for at least 30 minutes a day and inculcate habit of meditation on daily basis.
Do kegel exercises and pelvic strengthening exercises to cover bladder control problems.
Drink 35-40 grams of Ghritkumari (aloe Vera) juice every day. It helps to keep uterus in good health.
Ayurvedic Suggestions / Diet for menopausal stage:
Have a diet that could help to normalize Pitta dosha. Avoid fatty, oily, spicy, acidic(khatta) foods like, onion garlic, chilies, fried foods and grapes.
Have foods that could help to keep your body cool naturally like green leafy vegetables, watermelon, coconut water, mint etc.
Menopause may cause calcium deficiency. So, you should take foods rich in calcium and vitamin D like sesame seeds, nuts, fruits, almonds, apricot etc
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