General Health Information

Relief for menopause
is possible through self care. Western physicians treat a menopausal
women like they have a disease. In truth, menopause is a transitional
imbalance, a change that can be comforted with some study and
experimentation. Peri-menopausal woman report experiencing symptoms
including hot flashes, anger, urinary tract infections, irritability,
hyperacidity, skin breakout (acne), rashes, low sex drive, mood
swings, depression, memory loss and vaginal dryness. If you are
experiencing these menopause symptoms, eat cooked, warm foods that
are low in fat. Also, include sweet, sour and salty with a breakfast
of cooked apples, prunes and figs to cleanse the digestive system.
Under all circumstances, avoid packaged, processed, frozen, and
canned foods including leftovers. Do eat organic when possible and
foods that are cooked fresh on a daily basis. The bulk of your diet
should be whole grains, fresh fruit, vegetables and legumes. Other
things you can do to get menopause relief from its uncomfortable
symptoms include mild, consistent exercise.