What is the Alternatives to Relief Menopause?

For women who can’t or don’t want to take HRT, there are other options:

1. Lifestyle Adjustments

• Regular exercise (helps mood, sleep, bone health)

• Balanced diet (phytoestrogens from soy, flaxseed)

• Stress reduction (yoga, meditation)

2. Non-Hormonal Medications

• SSRIs or SNRIs (for mood and hot flashes)

• Gabapentin (for hot flashes, especially at night)

• Clonidine (for blood pressure and hot flash relief)

3. Supplements & Natural Remedies

• Black cohosh

• Evening primrose oil

• Maca root

• DIM and magnesium (for hormone balance)

Note: These can help mild symptoms, but effects vary and aren’t as strong as HRT.

4. Vaginal Estrogen Creams (Low-Dose)

• For localized dryness and discomfort, with minimal systemic absorption.