Herbs and spices used for natural menopause treatment include lavender, rosemary and peppermint.

Lavender

Scientific name: Lavandula officinalis, Lavandula angustifolia

Other names: Common lavender

Uses

Lavender has scientifically proven mentally relaxing properties and it is therefore used for stress management.

Safety Precautions

1. Do not use/ avoid lavender if you are allergic to it.

2. Do not use it/Avoid it in pregnancy especially the first 3 months.

3. Do not use it/Avoid it if you are breastfeeding.

4. Do not use it/Avoid it on young children as it may cause breast development in boys (gynaecomastia) and girls (pre-pubescent breast development).

Drug Interactions

Do not use/ avoid lavender if you are taking:

1. Sedatives

2. Anti-anxiety medications like diazepam and lorazepam

3. Narcotic analgesics like morphine and oxycodone

Rosemary

Botanical name: Rosemarinus officinalis

Uses

Rosemary is useful for managing the memory problems associated with menopause since it improves mental concentration, memory and reduces mental fatigue since it contains cineole which has been shown to stimulate the nervous system.

Safety Precautions

1. Do not/Avoid rosemary if you are pregnant as it can cause miscarriages.

2. Do not/Avoid rosemary if you are breastfeeding.

3. Do not/Avoid rosemary if you have peptic ulcers, ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease.

Drug Interactions

Do not use/avoid rosemary in the following situations:

1. If you are taking blood thinners like warfarin (coumadin) as it may cause bleeding.

2. If you are taking high blood pressure medications like angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors

3. If you are taking diuretics like furosemide and hydrochlorothiazide.

Peppermint

Scientific name: Mentha piperita

Uses

Peppermint is an astringent which has a cooling effect when it evaporates from the skin. It also has skin soothing properties.

Safety Precautions

1. Do not use it if you have epilepsy.

2. Do not use it if you have irregular heartbeats or cardiac fibrillation.

3. Do not store it near homeopathic products as it may affect them.

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