Mothering Corner

It will still be too early for me to worry about menopause, but everyone knows lot of women who are going through it.

My first impression of menopause what the women are generally very bad temper. I was not well informed about this at the time when my mom was going through this. At the same time, she was battling with breast cancer, so I can’t blame her.

But now, there are lots of menopause treatment for women who are going through the stage. As a Chinese, most of us will take Chinese herbs for relieve. One of the best Chinese herbs for relief of menopause symptoms is soy products. With this, soy contains high levels of isoflavones, which is a phytoestrogens or plant estrogen. If a woman’s body is not longer producing normal or adequate levels of estrogen during menopause, soy and soy products can be used as a replacement. Besides, soy helps to protect against osteoporosis too.

Another Chinese herb for relief of menopause is Black Cohosh which will help with symptoms such as hot flashes, depression, and insomnia. It is also rich in estrogen, as the same as soy.

Chinese will not be unfamiliar with Dong Quai, which is a root of the plant called Angelica Sinesis. For centuries, the Chinese have been using Dong Quai for treating all types of problems, most commonly women with menstrual problems and it relieves menopause too.

Besides that, Ginseng also offers relief for some menopausal symptoms. This Chinese herb for relief of menopause is great for boosting sexual desire.

There are many more chinese herbs as relieve for menopause. But make sure you consult your doctor first before you start taking any.