What can I do for menopause symptoms if I can not take hormones?
Continue a healthy life style by doing weight-bearing, aerobic exercise and eating a balanced diet that includes whole grains, fruits, vegetables, fish, and lean meats. Take a good food supplement to provide the micronutrients that are low in our present food supply. Eat organic if possible. Dont skip meals. Learn stress reduction techniques. Create a balance between work, play, and family. Get restful sleep for 8-9 hours a night. For hot flashes consider black cohash, soy, vitamin E or prescription medication (other than estrogen) that are known to reduce the intensity and frequency of flashes. Paced breathing, five slow breaths in and out, can stop a hot flash.
