Menopause from the point of view of Ayurveda
Menopause is the time that marks the end of the menstrual cycles. It is a natural biological process, the end of a woman's reproductive years. Menopause is the point when a woman no longer has menstrual periods for at least 12 months. This usually happens between the ages of 45 and 55. There are physical symptoms, such as hot flashes, and emotional symptoms of menopause, that may disrupt sleep, lower the energy or affect emotional health. Signs and symptoms, including changes in menstruation, can vary among women.
Perimenopause is the first stage in this process and can start eight to 10 years before menopause. Postmenopause is the stage after menopause.
In perimenopause, woman might experience these signs and symptoms:
- Irregular periods
- Vaginal dryness
- Hot flashes
- Chills
- Night sweats
- Sleep problems
- Mood changes
- Weight gain and slowed metabolism
- Thinning hair and dry skin
How Ayurvedic doctors manage the symptoms of menopause
For many women, Ayurvedic medicine is a way to help and manage their menopause symptoms. Ayurveda uses a holistic mental, emotional and physical approach to the menopause.
Ayurveda gives you a personalized and practical way of looking at how you’re experiencing the menopause. One of the key principles of Ayurveda is Doshas. Each dosha describes mind/body constitution, each dosha is likely to have different menopause symptoms.
Pitta-type menopausal symptoms include heavy bleeding during perimenopause, anger, high blood pressure, excessive irritability, skin rashes and hot flushes.
Kapha-type menopausal symptoms include weight gain, fluid retention, high cholesterol, depression, lethargy, and feelings of mental and physical heaviness.
Vata-type menopausal symptoms include mood swings, anxiety, memory loss, insomnia, constipation, reduced bone density, dry skin and mucous membranes (including vagina).
Ayurvedic herbal formulas for menopause will treat any underlying deficiency. Ayurvedic herbal prescription — Shatavari, Ashwagandha, Chamomile, Aloe vera, and Turmeric.
Massage is an effective way to reduce anxiety and stress, increase circulation, as well as reducing pain. Different Ayurvedic therapies, including full body massage, head massages, applications can be used during treatment process.
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Ayurvedic tips to reduce symptoms of menopause
- Aloe vera gel helps reverse the symptoms of menopause
- Fenugreek seeds have natural hormonal balancing properties
- Get more rest
- Self massage every morning, for 10 to 15 minutes
- Eat avocados and unroasted nuts and seeds
- Practice Yoga — it helps to improve emotional health and physical condition
Check the Ayurvedic treatment for other gynae diseases:
Infertility, Frigidity, Leucorrhoea, Dysmenorrhoea, Amenorrhoea , Lower back pain, Cyst formation in Ovaries, Uterine fibroids ( polyps) , Vaginitis, Cervix and uterus infections, Uterus prolapse , Breast pain and lumps, Vaginal itching, Vaginal discharge, Hormonal disbalance, Oligomenorrhoea , Acidity in pregnancy, Breastfeeding problems, Endometriosis, Pregnancy toxicosis, Miscarriage, Mastitis
