Menopause Herbal Remedies

Menopause is a gradual process in females that occurs when the function of the ovaries ceases. It is defined as absence of menstrual periods for a year. It does not occur overnight. Menopause may occur in early 30s or in the late 60s, but the average age of menopause is 50 years. It is the end of women's menstrual cycle and fertility.

Cause of Menopause

Estrogen and progesterone are the two hormones that ovaries make. These hormones control menstruation and ovulation. When the ovaries no longer able to release an egg every month, then menstruation stops, which in turn leads to menopause. It is the normal part of aging in females when it occurs after the age of 40.

Symptoms of Menopause

The common symptoms of menopause include hot flashes, fatigue, stress, tiredness, abnormal vaginal bleeding, urinary and vaginal symptoms and changes in mood.

Complications of Menopause

Women may develop osteoporosis and heart disease after menopause. As metabolism slows down after menopause, so many women gain weight after menopause. Women may develop urinary tract infections after menopause.

Is Menopause a Disease?

No, menopause is not a disease. It is a natural biological process.

Effect of Exercise after Menopause

Exercise maintains overall health of the body by keeping a healthy weight, by making the heart stronger, and gives the feeling of well-being. Exercise has several benefits for post-menopausal women. Walking is the best exercise recommended for post-menopausal women. The benefits of exercise after menopause are listed below:

• Exercise helps in keeping bone and cartilage tissue strong enough and thereby reducing the chances of developing osteoporosis.
• Exercise increases the heart and respiratory rate and thereby reduces the risk of heart attack and other cardiovascular disease.
• Exercise helps in prevention of arthritis by keeping the joints moving. It helps in keeping the muscles that surround the joints strong.

Ways to Prevent Post-Menopausal Symptoms

Exercise alone is not enough for managing the post-menopausal symptoms. To ensure proper health, women should have a calcium intake of at least 1500 mg daily in order to make her bones strong. Smoking and alcohol should be avoided. Fats and cholesterol intake should be limited in order to lower the risk of cardiovascular disease. Healthy weight according to height is must. Proper rest is essential during menopause.

Ayurvedic Approach to Menopause

According to Ayurveda, menopause is the result of transition from the Pitta phase to the Vata phase. If a woman is having Pitta or Vata imbalance before menopause, then things may get worse during menopause. Accumulation of ama (digestive impurities) is another reason for menopausal imbalances. Misuse or overuse of the mind, emotions and body also lead to imbalances in menopause.

Diet to Manage Menopause

Include more tofu and soy in your diet. Take calcium rich diet. More fruits such as strawberries, apples, tomatoes, pears, grapes, oranges, grapefruit and vegetables should be included in a diet. Beans should be included often. High fat and high sugar should be avoided. Spicy foods should not be included in your diet.

Herbal Remedies for Menopause by Planet Ayurveda

Planet Ayurveda provides best combination of effective herbal remedies such as Menopause Care Pack for ayurvedic treatment of menopause. All of these herbal remedies are free from side effects and are 100 percent natural and vegetarian.

DOSAGE

1. Naari Kalyan Churna - 1 teaspoonful, twice daily with plain water after meals.
2. Female Health Support - 2 capsules, twice daily with plain water after meals.
3. Pradarantak Churna - 1 teaspoonful, twice daily with plain water after meals.

Products Description

1. Naari Kalyan Churna

Planet Ayurveda's Naari Kalyan Churna makes an excellent formulation again specially for females. It helps to fight against various symptoms of menopause like abnormal bleeding, vaginal dryness, poor urinary system etc. All these herbal formulations make a fabulous treatment for various female health issues.

2. Female Health Support

An astonishing herbal product for female health has been formulated by Planet Ayurveda named female health support that has got a number of female health benefits. It has been proved effective in mental and physical well being of females and improves whole reproductive system.

3. Pradrantak Churna

Pradarantak churna is a Special preparation by Planet Ayurveda. It is a blend of many wonderful herbs like Ashoka, Lodhra, Udumbur etc. This helps to take care of improper flow of menstruation along with vaginal dryness, poor bladder control etc and also strengthens the uterus muscles. Pradrantak churna also also enhances digestion to keep doshas in balance so that metabolism can be corrected.

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