7 natural remedies for menopause anxiety
What can help manage menopause anxiety?
Managing your diet, cutting out or reducing alcohol and caffeine, exercise and taking steps to manage stress could all work together to help reduce stress. What natural remedies could be used to deal with this pesky symptom?
St John’s Wort appears to be effective in treating anxiety during menopause but it can interfere with other medications so it’s critical to get medical advice before taking according to the latest RCOG guidance.
Vitamin D - deficiency has been linked to depression - oral vitamin D sprays have been found to outperform tablet absorption, delivering straight to the bloodstream.
Black Cohosh may increase oestrogen levels helping to balance the feel-good hormones serotonin and friends.
Valerian Root contains phytoestrogenic components and sedative elements which may help with anxiety and hot flushes
Passionflower raises the chemical GABA which makes you feel more relaxed and reduces anxiety by decreasing brain activity. Check with your GP first as it may impact on other medicines such as blood thinners or sedatives.
Agnus Castus helps to stabilise the fluctuating hormone levels which add to feelings of anxiety
Siberian Ginseng works on improving the function of the adrenal glands, suppressing the production of cortisol.
It’s essential that you talk to your doctor before taking supplements for anxiety to assess suitability for you & your health history.