Hot Flash Supplements

Hot Flashes or hot flushes are typically experienced peri-menopausally, when hormone levels make a sudden drop. It is believed that this fast reduction in oestrogen can negatively affect the circulation, causing blood vessel dilation and the associated heat and redness in the face and neck. When a Hot Flash occurs at night, it is referred to as a night sweat. Hot Flashes can cause considerable discomfort and sometimes embarrasment for some individuals. Night sweats can also lead to significant sleep disturbances, and the myriad of difficulties that can arise as a result of lack of sleep. 

One of the most specific supplements that can be taken for Hot Flashes is a herbal medicine called Sage, or Salvia officinalis. Additionally, soy isoflavones, such as Genistein and Daidzein, have phytoestrogenic acitivity that may help to alleviate the signs and symptoms of low oestrogen. There are many other herbal and nutritional compounds that can be helpful during this natural stage of life to ensure that the transition is as smooth as possible. Other things to watch out for are excessive caffeine, nicotene, spicy or hot foods, excessive sunlight or heat, psychological stress and alcohol.