For women over 45, a phase of change begins, the menopause, or climacteric, as the doctors say. Physical and environmental changes can throw a woman off balance.

But there is hope: there are ways that women can ease the menopausal phase and make the transition to a new phase of life.

Physical change

The monthly bleeding becomes irregular, the hormone balance is upset.
Often women suffer from sudden hot flushes and a general feeling of droopiness.

Change in the environment

Often this is the time when the adult children leave home and no longer need maternal care. Now many women face a hole, because mothering the children filled a large part of their lives so far.
Because of the physical change, many women no longer feel attractive enough.
Re-entering the world of work often proves difficult and holds disappointments.

Change lifestyle

It is especially important during this time to pay attention to a healthy lifestyle, because the body is more susceptible to illness.
The top priority is a healthy diet with plenty of fruit and vegetables, if possible five times a day.
Low-fat food and meat in moderation should be taken care of.
Two to three times a week, menopausal women should exercise for about 30 minutes, for example walking, cycling or gymnastics.
Yoga or Qigong have proven themselves as relaxation methods.
During the menopause, women should consciously take care to keep everyday stress in check and take deep breaths more often.
Scented baths with lavender flowers refresh and balance.

Medicinal herbs as support for the menopause

Sage is good against sweating and hot flushes. The same applies to hops.

Melissa, passion flower and valerian have a calming effect, relieve nervousness and promote healthy sleep.

Monk's pepper helps with heavy bleeding and breast tension as well as water retention.

St. John's wort preparations are available for mental balance.