Okay, ladies (and gentlemen—maybe you know someone who could benefit from this post), since I’ve been navigating this latest season (aka menopause), I’ve been experiencing hot flashes—what I’ve playfully dubbed “power surges”—common symptoms that can (and do!) flare up at any time. When my sweet mama developed hot flashes, her nose turned bright red. Some women get night sweats. And many, like me, morph into human radiators that heat from the inside out and can drench our clothes in seconds. Common triggers: alcohol, heavy and/or tight clothing, heat, physical activity and warm drinks. A few tricks that work for me—and have reduced my daily power surges from seven to one or two:
• Wear layers that can be removed quickly
• Regular acupuncture sessions
• Flaxseed meal (a good source of lignans that may balance female hormones)
• Clary sage oil (I add 24 drops to 2 ounces of purified water & spritz daily)
• Sip a cool/iced drink at the onset
• Portable fan
What tips work for you?
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Dec 02, 2019 @ 08:15:18
Great suggestions! Hope this season passes quickly for you, Chris!
Black Cohosh and Evening Primrose Oil capsules can help, too!
Dec 02, 2019 @ 15:37:32
Thanks for *your* tips. Although they definitely look promising (along with my doctor-recommended maca root), due to my health history, I don’t feel 100% comfortable taking them at this point in the game. But, I’m still proactive in seeking out natural and effective remedies to manage this season with grace and aplomb 🙂