Menopause

Natural Treatment For Menopause

by: Peishan Chen, L.Ac.

Natural Treatment For Menopause In Chinese Medicine menopause is sometimes called a "second spring." It is an event that is to be embraced, and not feared. In stark contrast to that is the Western Medical approach, which is almost to treat menopause as a disease. The menopause symptoms are certainly none that evoke a picture of health: hot flashes, mood swings, weight gain, sleeping disorders, just to name a few. (I have a neighbor who even blamed her skin problems and digestive ailments on menopause!)

Acupuncture - A Natural Treatment For Menopause The last year was filled with news regarding menopause and Hormone Replacement Theraphy (HRT). I myself received quite a few patients who were ready to address their menopause symptoms in a natural, healthful way.

Acupuncture - A Natural Treatment For Menopause Example Acupuncture can help! As an acupuncturist, I encounter a variety of patients from all walks of life. They all have their unique history, and some of them have menopause. I have this account to offer of a woman whom I was able to help. This patient was around 50 years old. She had been experiencing menopause symptoms for quite a while. Worst of all were the hot flashes, which also contributed to sleeping disorders. She did not exercise. She was leading a busy social life, worked a white-collar job, and was married with two children who were now living on their own. She ate healthy foods.

My Initial Natural Treatment For Menopause Worked! My initial natural treatment for menopause regimen was acupuncture twice a week for a month. Within the first month, the symptoms were under control. No more sleeping problems and no more hot flashes! After a while we moved to one treatment per week or every other week. She took no drugs or hormones in this process. She now feels healthy and energetic and can enjoy health, her many activities.

Maintenance Key To Natural Treatment For Menopause As with many medical treatments, it is necessary to perform regular "maintenance" in order to keep optimal health. The patient should receive regular acupuncture for as long as her hormone level continues to undergo changes.

Besides acupuncture, a patient undergoing natural treatment for menopause should also try:
Regular, Light Exercise (such as walking)

Eating Healthy (soy and soy-based products are especially useful)
Avoid Excessive Stress