Menopause Aid and Support
Once in menopause (you haven't had a period for 12 months) and on into postmenopause, the symptoms may continue for an average of four to five years, but they decrease in frequency and intensity. Some women report their symptoms lastlonger. The most common symptoms include: Hot flashes.
Reiki is known to improve a variety of health conditions, from stress to fibromyalgia, and has even become one of the highly sought-after alternative treatments for menopause because it balances hormones to improve all menopause symptoms. ... Some patients even experience deep sleep during their treatment sessions
How is magnet therapy said to work for menopause? ... According to Lady Care, the two divisions of the ANS get out of whack during menopause, resulting in symptoms like hot flashes and insomnia. They claim that the Lady Care magnet can also reduce stress, which will in turn reduce the symptoms of menopause.
MOONSTONE. Balances hormones. Actually, moonstone is a very soothing crystal stone that helps to relieve stress. Many women like Moonstone for its ability to balance hormonal and menstrual cycles....
CARNELIAN (Tumbled Stones)
Carnelian is said to be both energising and giving relief from depression. Carnelian helps to balance the Sacral chakra, cleanse, clear and emit healing energy to the reproductive system as it goes through this transition.
LAPIS LAZULI
For Insomnia. In general, Lapis Lazulismoothens mentally and physically transitions.
SMOKY QUARTZ helps ground with Earth energies and the Root Chakra. Use Smokey Quartz to absorb and transmute the hot flash energy, which will help to cool the body.
CLEAR QUARTZ helps with concentration and decision making. It would be wonderful if you can find a double terminated clear quartz crystal: This crystal simultaneously absorbs and emits energy in both directions, which can help you to flow with the transition/change.
Citrine can help to control hot flashes and balance the yin and yang. Working with the Sacral-, Solar-Plexus-, and Third-Eye Chakras, Citrine can enhance the energy flow between these chakras, ameliorating symptoms of menopause.
Citrine is also credited with the benefit of aiding digestion.
Depending on your particular symptoms of menopause, also consider the following crystals:
source: http://therapeuticreiki.com/blog/crystals-for-menopause/
Reiki is known to improve a variety of health conditions, from stress to fibromyalgia, and has even become one of the highly sought-after alternative treatments for menopause because it balances hormones to improve all menopause symptoms. ... Some patients even experience deep sleep during their treatment sessions
How is magnet therapy said to work for menopause? ... According to Lady Care, the two divisions of the ANS get out of whack during menopause, resulting in symptoms like hot flashes and insomnia. They claim that the Lady Care magnet can also reduce stress, which will in turn reduce the symptoms of menopause.
MOONSTONE. Balances hormones. Actually, moonstone is a very soothing crystal stone that helps to relieve stress. Many women like Moonstone for its ability to balance hormonal and menstrual cycles....
CARNELIAN (Tumbled Stones)
Carnelian is said to be both energising and giving relief from depression. Carnelian helps to balance the Sacral chakra, cleanse, clear and emit healing energy to the reproductive system as it goes through this transition.
LAPIS LAZULI
For Insomnia. In general, Lapis Lazulismoothens mentally and physically transitions.
SMOKY QUARTZ helps ground with Earth energies and the Root Chakra. Use Smokey Quartz to absorb and transmute the hot flash energy, which will help to cool the body.
CLEAR QUARTZ helps with concentration and decision making. It would be wonderful if you can find a double terminated clear quartz crystal: This crystal simultaneously absorbs and emits energy in both directions, which can help you to flow with the transition/change.
Citrine can help to control hot flashes and balance the yin and yang. Working with the Sacral-, Solar-Plexus-, and Third-Eye Chakras, Citrine can enhance the energy flow between these chakras, ameliorating symptoms of menopause.
Citrine is also credited with the benefit of aiding digestion.
Depending on your particular symptoms of menopause, also consider the following crystals:
- CHRYSOPRASE : Restless legs **
- FLUORITE : Helps with concentration
- LEPIDOLITE / LITHIUM: can help to cool and balance the body
- COPPER: for balance
- SNOWFLAKE OBSIDIAN: brings about a balance to body, mind and spirit.
source: http://therapeuticreiki.com/blog/crystals-for-menopause/
Menopause Diet / Herbal Aid
TURMERIC SPICE: your menopause superfood
This bright orange spice has reached peak 'superfood' status with numerous studies showing that its active compound, curcumin, contains some powerful anti- inflammatory effects. ... This means that the liver can clear out old hormones, alleviating many menopause symptoms
Vitamin B6 and B12 or Vitamin B Complex
Bananas. Frechman says bananas and other potassium-rich foods can help maintain normal blood pressure — readings at or below 120/80 mm Hg. ... Sweet potatoes, apricots, and avocados are also good sources of potassium and are heart-healthy additions to your menopause diet.
- Flaxseed: Easing Night Sweats. ...
- Calcium: Preventing Bone Loss. ...
- Red Clover: Popular but Unproven. ...
- Vitamin D: ...
- Wild Yam: Alternative to Hormones. ...
- Ginseng: Mood Booster. ...
Black cohosh is one of the most well studied supplements for menopause. It's made from the root of the North American black cohosh plant. Several studies have found it helps -- especially with hot flashes -- when compared to placebo (a fake treatment). But other studies haven't found a benefit. One warning: Don't use it if you have liver problems.
Vitamin D is just as important as calcium for bone health. Without vitamin D, your body can't absorb calcium. Most adults need 600 IU daily. Those 71 and older need 800 IU per day. Vitamin D is in many foods and supplements, but there's another source: the sun.