Menopause Symptoms and Complementary Health Approaches

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U.S. Department of Health & Human Services  /  National Institutes of Health

During the years around menopause, some women have hot flashes, night sweats, difficulty sleeping, or other troublesome symptoms. A variety of complementary health approaches have been used to try to relieve these symptoms. 

  • Yoga seems to be at least as effective as other types of exercise in relieving menopause symptoms. 
  • Research on hypnotherapy and mindfulness meditation is in its early stages, but some studies have had promising results. 
  • Acupuncture has not been shown to be more effective than simulated acupuncture for relieving hot flashes. 

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