The power of food supplements

Find out how dietary supplements can help alleviate the symptoms of the menopause.

The transition to the menopause triggers a range of interrelated symptoms, such as hot flushes, sleep disturbances, irritability, anxiety and stress.

You’ve probably looked into natural treatments to help with this, but it’s really all about following a few guidelines to improve your quality of life during this stage, such as changing your habits and taking supplements.

Not sure where to start? If you’d like to know which dietary supplements can help make up for nutrient deficiencies that arise during the transition to the menopause and help you feel better, read on!

What does reaching the menopause involve?

With the onset of the menopause, our bodies undergo many changes, both physical (increased dryness of the mucous membranes, hot flushes, increased risk of cardiovascular disease and osteoporosis) and psychological (greater feelings of tiredness, anxiety and irritability), due to a decline in certain hormones such as oestrogen and progesterone.

Thanks to GINESEDA and its formula rich in phytoestrogens derived from soya, sage and hops, you can counteract this drop in oestrogen, providing comprehensive relief from all the symptoms of the menopause. Furthermore, it contains vitamin D, which is essential for good bone health, as well as evening primrose oil and vitamin E, which, thanks to their antioxidant power and moisturising properties, help to keep the mucous membranes well hydrated.

Hot flushes and night sweats: typical symptoms of the menopause

Another consequence of the hormonal decline is a reduction in serotonin levels, which play a crucial role in regulating mood and body temperature. For this reason, when serotonin levels drop during the menopause, typical symptoms such as hot flushes and feelings of sadness appear.

To maintain a healthy balance of this hormone, you can take SEROTOGYN, a non-hormonal, phytoestrogen-free alternative that will help boost your serotonin levels, thereby helping to manage hot flushes, palpitations and low mood. It also contains GABA, a compound that has a calming effect on the mind and is very useful for counteracting feelings of anxiety.

Menopause and insomnia

Did you know that up to 46 per cent of women experience difficulty sleeping during the transition to the menopause? Going to bed can become a nightmare for many of us.

We often forget that it’s essential to set aside some time to relax before going to bed. You could read a book, practise meditation, or put on some soothing music… the aim is to get your body and mind into a state of calm and tranquillity.

In addition, taking dietary supplements such as SEROTOGYN NOCTA will help you improve your rest and relaxation. This product also helps to reduce other symptoms such as irritability, stress and emotional lability thanks to its main ingredients:

• Melatonin, which reduces the time it takes to fall asleep.
• GABA, which helps improve the quality of your sleep
• Hops, which help reduce hot flushes and other symptoms.
• Magnesium, which reduces fatigue and tiredness, as well as relaxing the muscles.

How to combat fluid retention during the menopause

According to data from the Spanish Association for the Study of the Menopause (AEEM), 75 per cent of women aged between 45 and 50 experience discomfort during the menopause, with fluid retention being one of the main symptoms.

Exercising, following a balanced diet and drinking plenty of water are some habits you can adopt to manage the symptoms of this climacteric period. But if you feel you could do with a little extra help, DRENAQUA is your ally because it contains three specific ingredients that will help with this problem:

• Green tea, recognised for its diuretic effect and its content of antioxidants and polyphenols, which have lipid-lowering and anti-inflammatory effects.
• Alpha-gluco-oligosaccharide, which reduces feelings of digestive discomfort (bloating, pain) and improves bowel movements.
• Magnesium, which helps maintain electrolyte balance.
• Vitamin B6, which helps regulate hormonal imbalance.

Infections and intimate discomfort

Urinary tract infections are a very common problem amongst women, and some of us are more prone to them than others.

Changes in the vaginal microbiota increase the risk of urinary tract infections. However, maintaining a healthy vaginal microbiota and restoring lactobacilli could reduce this risk.

How can you achieve this? It’s simple! Remember to maintain good intimate hygiene and don’t forget your dietary supplement to improve urinary wellbeing and prevent recurrences: CRANBIOMA capsules. This supplement contains cranberry extract, vitamins C and D, and prebiotics (BioEcolians®) which provide the following benefits:

• The proanthocyanidins in cranberries (PACs) have an anti-bacterial adhesion effect, helping to maintain the health of the urinary tract.
• Vitamins C and D play an important role in controlling infections.
• BioEcolians® prebiotics help to promote a healthy urogenital and intestinal microbiota by increasing lactobacilli and strengthening the body’s immune system.

In short, food supplements can help us manage the symptoms associated with the menopause and prevent our well-being from being affected. If you have any queries, please write to us or consult a healthcare professional or your trusted chemist.