Four More Herbal Treatments for Hot Flashes (Alternative or Herbal Remedies for Hot Flashes continued)
- Black cohosh (Also known as American Baneberry, Bugwort, Black snakeroot, Rattleweed and Squawroot).
This is also known for its role in lessening the occurrence of hot flashes. Primrose oil. This is another herb that is commonly used in treating perimenopause symptoms. The leaves, stems, flowers and the seed oil can be used. But the seed oil is the one rich in GLA (gammalinolenic acid and linoleic acid), a fatty acid vital for good health.
However, this should preferably not be taken with any other medication as it may cause side effects like nausea or diarrhea. Consult a doctor before taking this.
- Red Clover
This herb has very high levels of isoflavones and phytoestrogens and reduces the occurrence of hot flashes. This also helps prevent premature or early menopause in a much younger woman.
- Ginseng
There are a number of different ginseng roots in the market. One type is Panax Ginseng (panax from the word panacea, meaning “cure all”). This is a Chinese herb that is used for the relief of hot flushes and for most perimenopause symptoms.
Another type, the Siberian ginseng, also helps with hot flushes to a lesser degree. However, this ginseng can be taken for a longer period of time than the Panax variety (which can only be taken for two to four weeks at a time, especially if you are suffering from hypertension).
Panax ginseng raises blood pressure so it should never be taken more than that specified and especially never with caffeine-related products (coffee is one of these).
Never take ginseng (any kind) if you have acute infections as it will only make it worse. (Symptoms of acute infections include fever, rashes, nausea and vomiting among others.)
- Lignan Flax
The oil of this herb is great for the lessening of hot flushes. Not only that, it also helps in the prevention of cancers, and can be used as topical medicine for skin problems such as psoriasis, eczema, dry skin and acne. This removes excess toxic estrogens and regulates estrogen production and metabolism.
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