Dandelion has been shown to stimulate the growth of 14 strains of bifidobacteria in vitro and helps reduce the overgrowth of pathogenic (disease-causing) bacteria. Strength and resistance training promotes muscle mass and a higher metabolic rate. An increase in metabolic rate will decrease the amount of fat stores laid down during the perimenopause. You may be interested in reading about our recommended nutrition tips for exercise and working out.

Mung Bean, regularly consumed in Asian countries and particularly by women as a remedy for menopause, is a type of legume with a long history of use in traditional medicine. Mung Bean contains an abundance of isoflavones, polyphenols and polysaccharides amongst many other active compounds. Rich in the protein ‘isolate 8 S globulin’, Mung Bean has been shown to play a role in regulating Insulin levels and glucose metabolism which can otherwise be negatively influenced by hormonal changes. Intermittent fasting is particularly good for increasing insulin sensitivity and therefore reducing fat loss around the middle. Intermittent fasting can be done in a few ways, and the most common method is to only eat within an 8-hour window in every 24-hour period. This allows your body to use its glycogen stores (sugar stores) during the 16 hour period when you don't eat, and helps to decrease fat stores. Vitamin D3 has been shown to keep symptoms of vaginal discomfort at bay. One study has shown oral Vitamin D supplementation for 12 weeks improved vaginal health outcomes in postmenopausal women with vulvovaginal atrophy symptoms. 38-40 During this time periods become less frequent or they can suddenly stop, and after menopause occurs women will be unable to become pregnant naturally.HRT has polarised opinion for many years due to concerns over potential side effects, and this is reflected in the survey results. Less than 20% of those surveyed take HRT, with 15% having taken it but have since stopped. Two thirds of women suffered a loss of confidence and half experienced mild depression as a result of their symptoms. 10% experienced severe depression or suicidal thoughts as a result of menopause, and 40% experience feeling inadequate, feelings of worthlessness, avoiding socialising due to debilitating symptoms and leading to a sense of isolation. The vagina’s delicate inner lining is a mucous membrane and Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) within Menofriend ® contributes to the healthy lining of the mucus membranes.

Other areas of your wellbeing that need support during the menopause include your gut health, including IBS-related symptoms, bloating, vaginal symptoms and declining libido. Red Clover Extract is a source of phytoestrogens, which are natural plant compounds with oestrogen-like properties. Isoflavones are a specific type of phytoestrogen that has been extensively researched for providing relief from menopausal discomfort. The frequency of hot flushes is significantly reduced with the intake of isoflavones, without the side effects that can be experienced with conventional treatments such as HRT. The dry mouth and reduced saliva can also contribute to being more susceptible to gum disease, as there is less saliva to wash away the bacteria in the mouth. This can also cause tooth decay in menopause. Cold flushes can occur spontaneously or after a hot flush. Sometimes, symptoms such as feeling chilled and shivering can be exacerbated by wearing damp clothes from sweating.Excessive weight gain can be problematic though. Some women find it cosmetically unacceptable, and excessive weight gain can have many health consequences. Tips to keep weight gain to a minimum Intermittent fasting With its natural plant oestrogens, research has shown Dong Quai to help support libido in men and women. DR.VEGAN MenoFriend is their acclaimed blend of clinically tested botanicals, minerals and phytoestrogens to relieve the most common symptoms of menopause, including hot flushes, mood swings, weight gain, night sweats, fatigue and brain fog.

Discontinue use and consult a doctor if you experience any abnormal bleeding or adverse reactions occur. She continued: “A woman stops ovulating when she has no eggs left to ‘ripen’, when she stops ovulating her periods will stop and she will experience a decline in oestrogen levels. I've had anxiety for as long as I can remember, quite possibly 10 years. I honestly just thought it was normal, I didn't realise that changes to your lifestyle, nutrition and supplements could make such a huge impact in helping me overcome it.It's made such a huge difference in my life, I hope it can do the same for others too! I recommend it to everyone I know that experiences anxiety because no one deserves to feel like their anxiety has become part of their normal everyday life. I'm so glad there are natural products like Stay Calm that exist and actually work and help you feel a difference! Brain fog is the most common symptom of menopause, affecting 80% of perimenopausal and menopausal women, and it is the most common symptom that MenoFriend ® relieves. Half of women going through menopause experience mild depression, 63% lose their confidence, 80% experience brain fog, and 10% experience severe depression as a result of their menopausal symptoms.