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Emphasis on healthy protein may help delay natural menopause

A diet rich in fish and legumes may help to delay the natural menopause, while high dietary intake of refined carbs, such as pasta and rice, may instead help to hasten it.

8 May, 2018

Fermented red clover eases menopausal symptoms

Researchers say that fermenting the herbal remedy first increases its bioavailability and its effectiveness at relieving hot flushes. It may also have a role to play in preserving bones.

24 July, 2017

Fennel’s a ‘safe and effective’ remedy in menopause

A new study shows that fennel can be an effective alternative in the management of postmenopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and sleeplessness.

22 May, 2017

Daily chocolate fix protects the heart

For older women, daily consumption of flavanol-rich chocolate may help prevent arterial stiffness and protect against heart attack and stroke.

18 May, 2017

Combined HRT treatment triples breast cancer risk

A large new study for the UK suggests that we have been underestimating the cancer risks associated with HRT.

25 August, 2016

Menopause symptoms respond to acupuncture

Acupuncture treatments can reduce the number of hot flashes and night sweats associated with menopause by as much as 36%, according to a new study.

25 May, 2016
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Doctors need to brush up on alternative approaches to menopause

A new review shows that doctors need to be more aware of non-drug options for common menopausal symptoms, which can be both safe and effective

15 January, 2013
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Hypnotherapy cools hot flashes

This drug-free alternative can help cut the frequency and severity of menopausal hot flashes by up to 80%, say researchers

30 October, 2012
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Weight loss, low-fat diet may reverse menopausal symptoms

Weight loss, say researchers sheds the ‘insulation’ that makes hot flashes and night sweats worse during menopause

2 August, 2012
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Women prefer the natural approach to menopause

A new study shows most women seek natural methods such as a healthy diet, herbs and supplements to help cope with menopausal symptoms

23 February, 2012