Menopausal Support

The average age for women to reach menopause is about 50. Yet, for most women, menopause does not abruptly come out of the blue. There is an interim phase called perimenopause in which the body begins its transition into menopause. It can last anywhere from months to years and is a sign that a woman's reproductive years are coming to a close. In this phase, the symptoms of menopause begin, including irregular periods, decreased fertility, vaginal dryness, hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, increased abdominal fat and perhaps thinning hair. Various herbal products can ease the symptoms of perimenopause and menopause.