Menopause

Menopause is a normal and natural part of aging.  In Canada the average age of onset is 52 years of age.  Menopause officially starts when a woman has not had her period for an entire year. Perimenopause is the transition towards menopause and can last anywhere from 2 to 10 years.  This is the time when a woman first starts to experience symptoms with the most common one being an irregular cycle. Some women experience minor to no symptoms while others have moderate to severe ones.  Common symptoms include hot flashes, night sweats, sleep disturbances, depression, mood swings, decreased libido, vaginal dryness, weight gain, memory loss and skin changes.

Every woman experiences a unique combination of symptoms. Naturopathic treatment includes a multi level approach to provide symptomatic relief using a combination of diet, exercise, supplements, botanicals and homeopathic remedies. This in turn improves hot flashes and sleep quality. 

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