Herbal brews help weight loss and hot flashes

There are many safe herbal preparations or single herbs that can be of benefit when trying to navigate through menopause.

Here is a list of favorites and some of their benefits:

• Chamomile- relaxing, digestive, great drunk last thing before bed

• Green tea:-antioxidant and anti aging

• Sage- one of the best helps for hot flashes, try some with your ordinary black tea.

• Artichoke--supports liver function

• Dong quai- this herb is high in plant estrogen and is known to ease many of the symptoms associated with menopause including hot flashes.

• Dandelion-this herb is great as a liver cleanser and tonifier, try it mixed with roasted chicory

• Damiana- is noted for its aphrodisiac qualities,it could be of great benefit for women experiencing low libido or other sexual disfunctions. It also helps to regulate the pituitary gland.