Coping with the menopause naturally

Better healthcare and diet means that western women now live at least a third of their life after their periods have stopped. In theory this sounds liberating - no more period pains or pre menstrual syndrome. However, although the menopause is not an illness, but a natural stage of life, many women are not prepared for both the physical and emotional changes that it can bring.

The menopause means the end of menstruation and marks the conclusion of a woman's reproductive life. When the ovaries stop producing eggs, the production of oestrogen and progesterone is suddenly decreased. As a result, women may experience hot flushes, insomnia, headaches, mood swings and weight gain and are more at risk of osteoporosis and heart disease.

Due to the risks associated with HRT, more and more women are making informed decisions about their treatment options and are choosing natural ways to treat their menopausal symptoms.
The benefits of a healthy balanced diet on health are constantly being reported, and as more and more research is emerging reinforcing the benefits offered by certain nutrients, the role that diet can play in helping a woman through the menopause is becoming clearer.
Research has shown that phytoestrogens, found in soya and wholegrains, can reduce the frequency of hot flushes and night sweats and may play a role in preventing osteoporosis and heart disease. There is also evidence that vitamin E, found in vegetable oils and wholegrain products, can also reduce hot flushes and may prevent heart disease.

Menopace¨ is an effective clinically tested formulation of 22 nutrients, which is approved by BUPA and recommended by The Menopause Amarant Trust. In consumer trials, 84% of women taking Menopace¨ found significant improvement in their menopausal symptoms. Menopace¨ includes vitamin C to help promote collagen production, and provides magnesium, zinc and vitamin D, to help maintain strong bones and can be taken alongside or independently of HRT Menopace¨ also includes nutrients such as vitamin E, vitamins B6, B12, folic acid and soya isoflavones at levels scientifically determined to help maintain heart health.

For more information visit www.menopace.com or call 020 8902 4455.