Not
all women who have menopausal problems place their trust
fully in hormone treatment. Some prefer to seek
out natural alternatives:
The soothing effect of different plant extracts during
menopause such as Agnus castus (monk´s pepper or chaste tree) and Cimicifuga
racemosa (black cohosh) has been known for a long time.
PHYTOESTROGENS: Plant hormones
You
can find the highest concentration of
phytoestrogens in isoflavones in soy products . Other
plant materials with a hormonal effect are lignans, which are present
in linseed
, sesame seeds, wholegrain cereals or vegetables (cabbage,broccoli).
AROMATHERAPY
In aromatherapy, natural fragrant substances
(essential oils) from plants are used in the
prevention and healing of diseases.
The potential energy of these plants are transferred to humans via
their aroma. This activates the self- healing properties of the body, adjusts
the equilibrium between body and soul, and increases our well-being.
Above all, the typical
menopausal problems such as sleeping disturbances, mood swings, nervousness or
stress and hot flushes are clearly reduced.
This
harmonizing effect is heightened when accompanied by an
acupuncture
treatment.
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