Comments on: Menopause Symptoms to Watch For and Ways to Relieve Them https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/ Dr. Axe is a Certified Nutrition Specialist, expert in Natural Medicine, a speaker for Fortune 500 Companies (Nissan, Whole Foods) and a doctor of chiropractic. Wed, 17 Jul 2024 11:44:29 +0000 hourly 1 By: Sonya https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-36817 Sun, 10 Apr 2016 01:43:24 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-36817 In reply to Brenda.

Maybe consider looking at taking magnesium. Most of us are defiecient in this vital mineral,
and a deficiency can cause weight gain.

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By: jordan stevens https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-36670 Mon, 04 Apr 2016 17:15:34 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-36670 dont buy the book eat dirt unless you want to loose your cash i ordered it 4 weeks ago and still no book on the cure for cancer web page via facebook there are other articles stating the same payed for book but never recieved it

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By: DeDe https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-36629 Sat, 02 Apr 2016 06:44:36 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-36629 I have vaginal dryness and have had for over two years. I have not been able to be intimate with my husband at all during this period. I have tried several different natural remedies….my doctor recently knows my concern with HRT….she asked me to consider Estriol topically….what are your thoughts on this particular type of estrogen. I had no other symptoms during menopause, only maybe five hot flashes during the first two years, some insomnia, so I feel pretty fortunate and now this vaginal dryness is making up for it. Please your thoughts

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By: Dr. Josh Axe https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-32330 Tue, 14 Apr 2015 18:57:55 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-32330 In reply to Sarah.

Check these out:
https://draxe.com/health/5-natural-remedies-menopause-relief/
https://draxe.com/health/10-ways-balance-hormones-naturally/

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By: Sarah https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-32245 Mon, 13 Apr 2015 03:45:53 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-32245 I am 34 years old and have suffered with PCOS and endometriosis most of my life. I just recently had a hysterectomy removing all of my female organs. I am doing hormone replacement therapy, but I am having a hard time with fluid retention and some weight gain. I am extremely active and exercise 4-5 days a weeks. I am gaining weight like crazy. I just bought your book and videos to supplement my other exercise routines (spin and Pilates). I am also looking into bio identical hormones too. My question is what should I do to get on the right track with being thrown into menopause.

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By: Dr. Josh Axe https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-31495 Mon, 23 Mar 2015 19:52:08 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-31495 In reply to Ghita.

Check this out: https://draxe.com/health/5-natural-remedies-menopause-relief/

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By: Denise https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-31347 Sat, 21 Mar 2015 05:27:17 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-31347 In your article about 5 things to use balance hormones you mention black cohosh and vitex. Can I take those together? Or is it one or the other? And should I combine a progesterone cream if I use black cohosh because of the estrogen like properties? Thank you!!!!

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By: Ghita https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-31265 Thu, 19 Mar 2015 21:08:02 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-31265 Dr Josh Axe

I am a 50 years old that are suffer from hot flashes for last 13 years. I try Chinese medicine, HRT, Herbal medicine and non of the working. My doctor told me my case is one in hundreds thousands.
I can’t sleep at night as my chest start burning. I have cold towels next to me at night. I woke up at least 5-7 times to put the towel on my chest to cool it down. I work in finance department and i feel exhausted during the day.
Do you have any recommendations, food, drinks that help me to reduce the hot flashes?
Thank
Ghita

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By: Dr. Josh Axe https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-26473 Mon, 24 Nov 2014 15:30:31 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-26473 In reply to Brenda.

I would focus on cutting out processed sugars and grains. I would try burst training 3-4 times each week. I would also check out some of the tips in this article: https://draxe.com/health/10-ways-balance-hormones-naturally/

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By: Brenda https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-26429 Sun, 23 Nov 2014 16:40:20 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-26429 I have gained 30 pounds in the past year! The past few months I have had irregular periods and sometimes having a period for 3 weeks very heavy. I did become anemic from this. I tried iron pills and didn’t feel any different. So I started with one tablespoon of black strap molasses in a 1/2 cup of warm water every morning with a drop of iodine. I have since have more blood work done and I am no long anemic and my thyroid also shows it’s normal. I really watch my diet having poached eggs in the morning on toast then mid morning a banana then a couple of hours later an apple with peanut butter. I will have dinner with the family what ever I make that night. I use my treadmill a few times a week and also I have my own business cleaning houses mostly two a day sometimes three houses a day. I can not lose one pound! Is there something I am missing or not doing right? I was taking coconut oil but heard it makes pre menopause woman gain weight and helps woman in their 20’s lose weight. I am not sure if this is correct. I did go to a Naturopath a few years ago and whatever she gave me the weight just came off with out worrying about what I ate. Should I be taking something else to balance myself out? Any help would be great!

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By: Dr. Josh Axe https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-26261 Thu, 20 Nov 2014 17:03:07 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-26261 In reply to luvenia dozier.

Check these tips out:
https://draxe.com/health/10-ways-balance-hormones-naturally/
https://draxe.com/health/5-natural-remedies-menopause-relief/

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By: Dr. Josh Axe https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-26031 Tue, 18 Nov 2014 21:58:12 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-26031 In reply to Sharen.

Check these out:
https://draxe.com/beauty/hair-loss-remedies/
https://draxe.com/beauty/hair-loss-remedies/
https://draxe.com/beauty/hair-loss-remedies/
https://draxe.com/thicken-your-hair-naturally-transformation-tv-ep-026/

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By: Dr. Josh Axe https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-26025 Tue, 18 Nov 2014 21:52:36 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-26025 In reply to Hersche.

I would consult with your physician about his medication and any contraindications with taking glutamine. Also check this out: https://draxe.com/health/how-to-reverse-diabetes-naturally-in-30-days-or-less/

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By: Dr. Josh Axe https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-26020 Tue, 18 Nov 2014 21:48:58 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-26020 In reply to Lehua.

I would eliminate grains, sugars and processed foods from your diet and focus on lean meats and vegetables.

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By: Dr. Josh Axe https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-26019 Tue, 18 Nov 2014 21:48:27 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-26019 In reply to Kay.

Diet is huge! Try eliminating gluten from your diet as well as all grains, sugars and processed foods. I would also incorporate burst training 3x per week.

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By: Dr. Josh Axe https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-26012 Tue, 18 Nov 2014 21:40:40 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-26012 In reply to julie.

I think they can be good for some people if natural remedies have not worked

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By: Dr. Josh Axe https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-26011 Tue, 18 Nov 2014 21:40:19 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-26011 In reply to Sandi.

I would follow tips in this article: https://draxe.com/health/10-ways-balance-hormones-naturally/

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By: Dr. Josh Axe https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25993 Tue, 18 Nov 2014 20:59:08 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25993 In reply to Kay.

I think they can be good for some people as a last resort. I would check out these natural remedies:
https://draxe.com/health/5-natural-remedies-menopause-relief/
https://draxe.com/health/10-ways-balance-hormones-naturally/

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By: Dr. Josh Axe https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25990 Tue, 18 Nov 2014 20:47:56 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25990 In reply to Danielle.

They can be a good option for people when other natural remedies do not work. Also check this out: https://draxe.com/health/5-natural-remedies-menopause-relief/

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By: Dr. Josh Axe https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25986 Tue, 18 Nov 2014 20:44:05 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25986 In reply to Marjorie Therrien.

I would try some of these natural remedies: https://draxe.com/health/10-ways-balance-hormones-naturally/

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By: Dr. Josh Axe https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25983 Tue, 18 Nov 2014 20:42:16 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25983 In reply to Polly freeman.

Check these out:
https://draxe.com/beauty/hair-loss-remedies/
https://draxe.com/beauty/hair-loss-remedies/
https://draxe.com/beauty/hair-loss-remedies/
https://draxe.com/thicken-your-hair-naturally-transformation-tv-ep-026/

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By: Dr. Josh Axe https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25981 Tue, 18 Nov 2014 20:41:12 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25981 In reply to Karen Kilpatrick.

Check this out: https://draxe.com/health/cant-sleep/
I would also try incorporating burst exercises into your weekly exercise regimen

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By: Dr. Josh Axe https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25980 Tue, 18 Nov 2014 20:40:28 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25980 In reply to Lorrie.

I would try these natural remedies first but if you see no changes, it can be fine as a last resort.

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By: Dr. Josh Axe https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25969 Tue, 18 Nov 2014 20:24:28 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25969 In reply to Connie.

Check this out: https://draxe.com/health/osteoporosis-treatment/

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By: luvenia dozier https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25807 Mon, 17 Nov 2014 00:52:11 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25807 Pls help me wit uncomfortable sudden hot flashes they come on all of a sudden and I need cool air quickly I just started this in dec. 2013. Seems u cant go in a store when it’s crowded because I break out in a cold sweat

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By: Sharen https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25569 Wed, 12 Nov 2014 14:48:49 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25569 I have been experiencing thinning hair in my crown and temples. I am 65-Years old and have been experiencing menopausal symptoms since my rarely 40’s, most occasional hit flashes, weight gain, etc. What herbal remedy do you suggest for the thinning hair?

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By: Gillian https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25551 Wed, 12 Nov 2014 08:52:48 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25551 I have been in a peri menopausal state for about a year and have found the herbal tincture vervaine to be very effective with hot flushes. also taking good care of your liver as I believe this also affects your body temperature.

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By: Sandi https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25538 Tue, 11 Nov 2014 23:47:40 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25538 What is the treatment for vaginal dryness and painful sex?

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By: julie https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25537 Tue, 11 Nov 2014 23:32:37 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25537 I am 50 and have been on Bio Identical hormone replacements for 2 years, it has helped very much, what would be your concern with these?

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By: Hersche https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25526 Tue, 11 Nov 2014 19:49:40 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25526 I came across an article of your’s on L- Glutamine & its benefits, my partner was diagnosed as type 2 diabetic and is on Metformin, he does have a so called genetic background of this dis-ease and has experienced radical weight and muscle loss.

Can he take L-Glutamine and are there any side-effects for diabetics?

He does have frequent bouts of diahorreah which he say’s is caused by the Metformin, I also note his breath has a sulfur type odor which is pretty offensive and put me right out of touch. Its definitely nothing to do with mouth hygiene or the sinuses, the odor is from the gut. When he doesn’t eat, its worse! I put him on a Zeolite detox for a month which works short term and combined Pro-Prebiotic, Wild Oregano, Olive leaf extract, Astralagus, Omega 3, Vit B12 and a really good High potency Multivitamin & mineral supplement for 3 months with reasonable diet changes that has helped so far, the breath is persistent and must be addressed correctly – How can you help?

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By: Lehua https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25523 Tue, 11 Nov 2014 18:53:41 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25523 I have been very careful with my eating lots of organic veggies & fruits. I do exercise everyday doing cross fit training & soccer on Sundays. But can’t get rid of bloatness & weight gain. Doc says it’s muscles & I should be patient

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By: Kay https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25521 Tue, 11 Nov 2014 17:11:39 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25521 I can not seem to stop gaining weight around my mid section. Is there any advice to decrease and/or stop this?

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By: Sarah https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25514 Tue, 11 Nov 2014 16:03:54 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25514 I’m a bit concerned about this article because the drugs talked about here are mainly pharmaceutical, synthetic hormones. The evidence does not play true when a person is using bioidenticals. There are many studies that show that micronized progesterone and compounded estradiol and testosterone actually help you. Estradiol protects our hearts against cardiovascular disease. Low Testosterone has been shown to increase the risk of Alzheimer’s Disease. I am a nurse practitioner who specializes in integrative health which includes hormonal treatment. What I do is evidence-based using current scientific literature.

YES, exercise and food are VERY important for hormonal symptoms. I do not treat a patient without talking about their diet and lifestyle. I teach them meditation and nutrition. Lifestyle change is KEY to everything. I just hate to see people turned away from something that can truly help them.

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By: Teri felts https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25512 Tue, 11 Nov 2014 15:38:50 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25512 In reply to Joy Evans.

hi what bioidenticals did you use? And what is that herb you are talking about Tonkst Ali where do you get it? I am on Prometrium a bioidenticals progesterone and Armor Thyroid and it really helped me

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By: Leslie https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25511 Tue, 11 Nov 2014 15:29:28 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25511 In reply to Jody Rowda.

hello, I’m a two year breast cancer suvivor. I had a 1a triple negative tumor removed with a lumpectomy. This is just my story but I did 6 weeks radiation and I would not do it again. Not because it was horrible. I’m very healthy and had no problems with fatigue or burning. But it’s the two years later I still have some, just some pain from the radiation in the whole area of treatment. One a positive note I had no cosmetic changes to that breast like a lot of women report. My pathology was misdiagnosed 3 times. At one point they thought it to be a triple positive cancer and tamoxifen was on my radar for treatment. I said no to that and chemo and had to be talked into radiation. Only you can make these choices and they are hard. Try to what you feel is right for you. Be the ceo of your cancer. Don’t let anyone bully you into treatments you are not comfortable with. Educate yourself about every single process and prescription treatment that you are presented with. You will make the right desision for you. Your cancer is not like anyone’s. You have the power to treat it like that! Good fortune on your journey and know there are tons of women living normal healthy lives that have walked your same path!

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By: Kay https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25510 Tue, 11 Nov 2014 15:23:23 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25510 I am currently on a bioidentical hormone replacement cream. Could I replace this with herbal/natural remedies. Also, are bioidentical hormone replacements natural?

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By: Connie https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25508 Tue, 11 Nov 2014 15:22:05 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25508 *two year old hysterectomy

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By: Connie https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25506 Tue, 11 Nov 2014 15:20:22 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25506 I am 54 with two hysterectomy left with one ovary. I just broke my main Metatorsal and they think it may be because of a bone density issue due to lack of estrogen. I am scared to death my foot won’t heal. I am not and do not want to take estrogen or bone replacement meds like fossamax.
I am on intramax daily and extra magnesium and calcium. I hear essential oils and magnesium spray may help heal? Can I rebuild bones at my age naturally without estrogen replacement ?

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By: Marjorie Therrien https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25504 Tue, 11 Nov 2014 15:03:48 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25504 Vaginal dryness. 67 but still sexually active, but can be very uncomfortable. Don’t want to try hormone therapy the Dr recommends

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By: Danielle https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25501 Tue, 11 Nov 2014 14:40:45 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25501 While I appreciate this information, I have done months of research on the subject as well, trying to determine what I should do to relieve my symptoms. I eat right, excercise and take herbs, but nothing worked.

My research, from the same sources as yours, has shown that take bio-identical hormones actually decreased the risk for Uteran cancer, breast cancer, heart disease and more.

I found nothing that said it was riskier to take these.

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By: Karen Kilpatrick https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25500 Tue, 11 Nov 2014 14:26:55 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25500 How many milligrams of each should be taken on a daily basis for menopause? Trying to deal with insomnia and belly fat.

GLA (Borage Oil)
Omega-3 (Fish Oil)
Chasteberry/Vitex

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By: EJ Heinrich https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25499 Tue, 11 Nov 2014 14:01:35 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25499 In reply to Kristy.

I like the Progesterone cream by Emerita.

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By: Lorrie https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25498 Tue, 11 Nov 2014 13:46:44 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25498 Dr. Axe, what are your thoughts on bio-identical hormones?

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By: Magnolia Miller https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25497 Tue, 11 Nov 2014 13:33:53 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25497 Dr. Axe,

If you’re going to quote the WHI study, it’s important that you point out it was synthetic forms of estrogen and progesterone that put women at risk. It’s also important to point out that those who were at risk for heart attack, stroke, etc., were also over the age of 60, and ONLY used synthetic estrogen. They did not have the benefit of balancing the estrogen with progesterone. A very important and often overlooked fact when WHI results are being quoted.

Bioidentical hormones were not used in the study. That is another important fact which should be made clear as well.

Hormone therapy can be very helpful for many women. But, it’s important that they understand ALL of the risks and from whence these risks arise. They are not associated with bioidentical hormones.

Magnolia

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By: Polly freeman https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-25496 Tue, 11 Nov 2014 13:18:11 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-25496 I have thinning hair! What can I do? I agree with the burst training. I’ve been doing it for 3 months and feel 10 yrs younger! So happy it was one of your 1st remedies. Please help me in thd thinning hair. Thanks so much!

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By: Jamie https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-23058 Sun, 05 Oct 2014 08:38:26 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-23058 Joy Evans from 2011 …. A walking contradiction; more like misery than joy. Pretty sure anyone who feels the need to compare herself to her own teenage daughter is a “bit” insecure. I hope your journey of the last few years has involved some awakening enlightenment.

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By: Juanita https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-15495 Mon, 09 Jul 2012 21:48:25 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-15495 ACCEPTED MEDICAL PRACTICE??? Hahahahaha…well it used to be accepted practice…to put leaches on and to bleed people…and the big pharma says you can’t cure anything without their drugs!….You seem awful critical of Dr Axe’s advise on natural helps, and sometimes a “cure” can be obtained by the avoidance of harmful substances like “aspartame”…it makes one wonder… what are your credentials??

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By: Iva https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-15459 Sat, 07 Jul 2012 17:28:51 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-15459 In reply to Dr. Axe.

What is GLA and is the best way to get Omega 3 fats is to eat fish? Thanks for your reply. My 19 yr. old son has frequent headaces. I don’t know is it is stress related or growth hormone from the past related.Thanks again.

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By: Stephen Crouse https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-14476 Fri, 18 May 2012 22:54:07 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-14476 Bro, better to be of few words.

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By: Allie https://draxe.com/health/relieve-your-menopause-symptoms/#comment-14323 Fri, 11 May 2012 02:50:44 +0000 https://draxe.com/?p=1275#comment-14323 In reply to Terrie.

I think this is what he is referring to:

http://www.calmnatural.com/naturalcalm

You mix it with warm water and then drink it like a tea. It has helped me relax and get a good night sleep without any pharmaceutical intervention. It tastes pretty good, too. I think it comes in lemon and orange. Good luck!

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