Symptoms
- Hot flashes or night sweats
- Irregular or absent periods
- Mood changes or depression
- Vaginal dryness or discomfort during intercourse
- Urinary incontinence or urgency
- Reduced libido or sexual function
Causes
- Nutritional deficiencies
- Chronic stress and emotional trauma
- Environmental toxins
- Genetic predisposition
- Medical conditions such as thyroid dysfunction or autoimmune disorders
- Surgical removal of the ovaries or uterus
Treatments
- Stress reduction techniques such as meditation or yoga
- Dietary changes such as increasing consumption of whole foods and reducing intake of processed foods
- Nutritional supplementation with key nutrients such as calcium, vitamin D, and magnesium
- Hormone replacement therapy or other targeted hormone supplementation to balance hormone levels
- Reducing exposure to environmental toxins
- Addressing underlying inflammation or infection through targeted supplementation or medication
- Supporting sexual health and function through targeted supplements or medications
