Menopause Herbal Home Remedies

For women between the ages 45-60, a natural stage starts –the menopausal stage. During this period, women are more prone to bone related diseases and heart diseases.

The most common symptom is when women at the menopause age start to undergo irregularities in their menstrual period until their menstruation completely stops.

This menopause is a permanent cessation of ovarian function which results in the cessation of ova release, uterine lining creation, and subsequent uterine lining shedding.

This instance is known as menses which is a natural occurrence for women.  Though this stage in a woman’s life is inevitable, the risks that come with it can be reduced by using natural means – herbal remedies.

During the menopausal period, women naturally undergo three stages:

-Perimenopause,

-Menopause,

-Postmenopause.

There are different symptoms in every stage and the risk of getting heart and bone diseases increases in each stage.

Perimenopause Herbal Remedies

During the Perimenopause stage, women experience irregularities in their menstruation.

This stage usually lasts for 2 years and the symptoms may worsen within this period of time. As time progresses, there are a number of medical experts who in the research to provide ailments to this situation. Women should be learned of the fact that this is indeed a natural happening. So, women should not be ignorant of the remedies and methods of curing that are available. To regulate the flow of blood, there are certain herbs that will prove to be beneficial for women. 

Alfalfa (Medicago sativa) – This herb is also known as “The King of Plants” due to its extreme vitamin and mineral content. It is a very good source of Vitamin-A and Vitamin-K which helps in regulating the blood.
 
Alfalfa is also good for other ailments like allergies, anemia, rheumatism, digestion problems and morning sickness. The 8 essential amino acids found in this plant helps improvise the overall health of the body.

Alfalfa Sprout and Orange Salad

Ingredients:
2 cups of Alfalfa sprout
1 cup of Orange sections
1 avocado (peeled and sliced)
1/3 cup of Vegetable oil
2 tablespoons of Lemon juice
2 tablespoons of Pickle relish
1 minced Garlic clover
½ teaspoon of Sugar
½ teaspoon of Salt

Dressing:
Mix the oil, lemon juice, pickle relish, minced garlic, sugar and salt until they are well blended.

Salad:
Mix the alfalfa sprout, orange sections and the avocado slices in a bowl and toss with the dressing.

Alfalfa Sources:
- Organic markets
- Local farmers
- Online Herbal Markets

Green Tea Leaves (Camellia sinensis) – Leaves from the Camellia plant are great sources of vitamins, minerals, acids, alkaloids, volatile oils, antioxidants and polyphenols. There is also greater Vitamin-C content in the tea leaves than found in orange juices. This is the main reason why Chinese believe “It is better to deprived of food for three days than of tea for one day”. The overall health benefit that the tea can offer is unparalleled if taken regularly.
 
The effects of green tea cover many ailments. It is a great remedy for viruses and allergies. It is also a great partner for people who are in therapies.

Chinese Green Tea Preparation:
Put a handful of Tea Leaves in a teapot
Add warm water (quality water) and leave for about one minute
Pour out to wash the leaves
Let it cool for 30 seconds up to a minute and it is ready to be served

Green Tea Sources:
- Processed or powdered products are available at local stores
- Leaves are available at local organic markets
- Online herbal markets

Green tea is somehow hard to prepare. Simple mistakes in preparation can make the tea bitter tasting. Patience and dedication are key factors in preparing quality green teas. If you want this herb for treatment, you should be able to know first its effects and functions. It is also recommended to seek advice. Additional information in correct preparation can be found by visiting here.