Menopause marks the gradual phasing out of menstrual cycle in women. It hits around one’s late 40s, and the cycle can get irregular to a point of cessation. This brings about changes in the hormonal levels among women, thus can be quite taxing both physically and emotionally. These can include hot flashes, sweating, irregular sleeping patterns, weight gain, hair loss, breast droop, weakening bones and emotionally mood swings, inattention etc. Reaching a complete menopause takes from 7 to 14 years. Thus Ayurclinic’s believes making every women’s journey into old age graceful, and embracing women’s health, wellness and happiness by treating the conditions holistically in a natural way.

Here are some effective ayurvedic means to tackling menopause:-

Panchakarma:-

A whole body and mind rejuvenation treatment advised to women’s health during menopause as it is a complete self care package. Panchakarma helps alleviate physical and emotional symptoms associated with hormonal imbalance due to menopause.

Abhyanga:-

Whole body massage with warm medicated oils that is prepared according to the constitution of doshas of the individual. It helps reduce muscle tension, nervousness, regulates sleep and relaxation.

Shirodhara:-

Gentle pouring of herbal oils to one’s forehead. It helps reduce stress and anxiety.

Virechana:-

Purgatives treatment for cleansing intestines, liver, pancreas by regulating Pitta Dosha. It is done with substances that are safe to consume for purging like oils, prumes, flaxseeds, salts etc.

Nasya:-

Treatment by pouring or sniffing herbal oils nasally to treat dryness of the nasal cavity.

Here are some important herbs used in addition to the treatment during menopause:-

Asoka:-

Tree bark consumed to strengthen uterine muscles, and relieve strain and pain.

Shatavari:-

Used to treat hot flashes and night sweating that occur at night associated with menopause. It also helps alleviate anxiety and encourage libido.

Licorice:-

It can help reduce frequency of hot flashes and provides estrogen like effects thus easing transition to menopause.

Musta:-

Nut grass which is used to reduce congestion in the reproductive system during menopause.

Coriander and Fennel:-

These both are used together to treat hot flashes, and fixing sleep cycles

Here are some diets prescribed during menopause:-

• Calcium rich food for bone strength which includes milk, leafy vegetables and fish.
• Reduce or avoid refined sugar, spicy food and alcohol.

Yoga and meditation can help relieve stress, anxiety and depressive states. The stretching involved can help strengthen muscles, and relieve aches.

For the best treatment of ayurveda in Melbourne, Ayurclinic is the right choice. We provide individualized and expert menopause treatment in Melbourne with Ayurveda. Our aim is to elevate the women’s health during menopause, and help them achieve happy and a life of well-being. Visit Ayurclinic now and let’s embrace menopause with grace and wellness.

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