Menopause Symptoms - Hot Flashes and Flushing Due to Declining Estrogen Levels
Channel: Professional Supplement Center
Date: 2012-11-12

Menopause symptoms such as hot flashes and flushing are essentially due to declining estrogen levels. Most women suffer from some form of hot flashes or flushing before, during and after #menopause.  Hot flashes are a very common symptom that may wax and wane in severity and are likely due to hormonal and biochemical fluctuations caused by declining estrogen levels.  Although the average length of time that women experience hot flashes is about 5 years, the extent and severity of symptoms is unique to each woman.  While some women have minimal problems, others have symptoms that can last for an extended time period. 

* Lifestyle Habits
Lifestyle habits such as smoking, poor #nutrition, less than ideal weight, lack of exercise and high stress levels may contribute to more severe symptoms.  Likewise, healthy lifestyle habits including proper nutrition, regular exercise, not smoking and losing weight if needed, all contribute to overall #health and wellness.  At this stage of life, women are more susceptible to developing other health conditions.  Low estrogen levels can contribute to an increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease and osteoporosis. 

* Exercise
Regular #exercise can strengthen your bones, help you to maintain proper weight and can elevate your mood. 
Smoking can trigger hot flashes and is a risk factor in the development of many serious health conditions including heart disease and osteoporosis. 
Reducing excess body fat supports more balanced estrogen and progesterone ratios. 

* Caffeine
Decreasing your #caffeine and sugar intake may help to limit bone loss and support the liver’s ability to metabolize estrogen. 
Properly balanced  microflora in the digestive tract aids in the metabolism and utilization of estrogen. 
Stress reduction helps to keep hormones and neurotransmitters in balance, which may help to limit hot flashes and stabilize mood.   

Studies show that up to 80% of #women may use non-prescription products, such as dietary herbal and nutritional supplements, to relieve menopausal symptoms.  An important thing to remember is that menopause is a natural part of life with symptoms that can be managed. 

Physician recommended supplements for relief of menopausal symptoms include: 
Super Adrenal Stress Formula by Doctor Wilson's Original Formulations: Link to this product: http://www.professionalsupplementcenter.com/Dr-Wilsons-Super-Adrenal-Stress-Formula.htm

Estrovera by #Metagenics – This completely natural formula has been clinically shown to be significantly effective in decreasing menopausal hot flashes, mood swings, sleep disturbances and other menopausal symptoms without the risk of side effects. 
Link to this product: http://www.professionalsupplementcenter.com/Estrovera-by-Metagenics.htm

AM/PM Menopause Formula by Integrative Therapeutics – This formula provides an herbal hormone-free solution for natural relief of menopausal symptoms.  The morning tablet provides an energizing formula for day and the evening tablet provides sleep support without morning grogginess. LInk to this product: http://www.professionalsupplementcenter.com/IntegrativeTherapeuticsAMPMMenopauseFormula.htm

Kavinace Flash-Ease by #NeuroScience – This proprietary blend addresses hot flashes, helps to manage stress and supports healthy mood and sleep. Link to this product: http://www.professionalsupplementcenter.com/NeuroScienceKavinaceFlashEase.htm

OstaDerm V by #Bezwecken – With daily application, this cream provides relief of symptoms associated with vaginal dryness and atrophy vaginitis.  This product contains plant derived estrogen and progesterone extracted from wild yam and may also be effective for insomnia, hot flashes and mood swings. Link to this product: http://www.professionalsupplementcenter.com/BezweckenOstaDermV.htm

Menopause Support by #VitalNutrients – This combination herbal formula is specifically designed to alleviate hot flashes and other common menopausal symptoms. Link to this product: http://www.professionalsupplementcenter.com/VitalNutrientsMenopauseSupport.htm