Lavender, rosemary and peppermint are some of the herbs used to make herbal remedies for natural menopause treatment.
Lavender (Lavandula officinalis) has proven mentally relaxing properties which are useful for managing the stress associated with the changes that occur around menopause.
A stress management tea can be made by steeping one teaspoon of dried lavender flowers or one tablespoon of fresh flowers in two cups of boiling water. After around 20 minutes, the mixture can be strained and the soothing tea sipped.
Rosemary (Rosemarinus officinalis) is another herb which is useful for managing menopause. This is due to the fact that it has been shown to improve mental concentration and many women begin experiencing memory and concentration problems when they reach menopause.
A rosemary memory tea can be made by steeping one teaspoon of the dried leaves or a three inch fresh sprig in two cups of boiling water. After 20 minutes the mixture can be strained and the herbal tea with a uniquely invigorating aroma enjoyed.
Hot flash Spray for Natural Menopause Treatment
Peppermint (Mentha piperita) is another herb which is used to manage menopausal symptoms.
This botanical has a cooling effect on the skin when it evaporates and this can be used to relieve the discomfort of hot flashes.
A natural hot flash spray can be made by steeping half a cup of fresh peppermint leaves in two cups of boiling water. After 20 minutes the mixture should be strained and mixed with two cups of witch hazel in a spray bottle.
Natural Menopause Treatment Caution
Before taking any herbal remedies by mouth you should always ensure that you do not have any contraindications for taking them.
For example you should not use/ avoid herbal preparations with lavender if you have low blood pressure.
In addition, do not use herbal preparations with lavender if you are taking sedatives or medications to help you sleep like zolpidem (Ambien) since the combination can cause excessive drowsiness.
Lavender herbal remedies should also be avoided by persons taking barbiturates like phenobarbital (Donnatal), amobarbital (Amytal), pentobarbital (Luminal) and secobarbital (Seconal) since this can also cause excessive sleepiness.
Patients taking anti-anxiety medications like diazepam and lorazepam (Ativan) should also stay away from preparations with lavender sicne this combination of herb and drugs can also cause excessive drowsiness.
Cancer patients and other persons using narcotic analgesics like morphine and oxycodone should also avoid lavender if they do not want to be drowsy most of the time.
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