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Menopause is the Big M, a word which can scare the mind out of any woman. Not only is it a biological phenomena, it also happens to be one of the most dreaded events in the biological life of a woman, thus making it a huge milestone in terms of psychological well being, and not in a good way. Women not only have to deal with the knowledge of having crossed over to what many perceive as a loss of vitality and youth, they also have to deal with the physiological symptoms that come with menopause. As the production of estrogen and other female hormones in the body decreases, the body reacts in certain ways which leads to symptoms like hot flushes, loss of sexual libido, mood swings, increased facial hair, night sweats and reduced density of bones.

Although many women make the transition bravely and without too much drama, there are many others whose symptoms are serious and intense enough to require some sort of therapy to get over. Till today, most of these women had to opt for Hormone Replacement Therapy or HRT, which is not only unnatural and foreign for the body; it also comes with a lot of unwanted side effects.

Fortunately, Mother Nature has an answer for just about every question or problem. Here are a few simple Alternative Medicine for Menopause related issues, all with a big thank you to the earth:

Exercise: Regular exercise helps women cruise through menopause in various ways. First of all it keeps the bone density from dropping, thus preventing the process of decalcification of bones which occurs after menopause. Secondly, the serotonin, the feel good hormone that is released because of exercise can help with mood swings. Also, women who exercise regularly tend to have a lower body weight, which is always a better and healthier state of being. Exercise is also an immunity booster.

Red clover isoflavone supplements have been shown to help prevent breast cancer, increase immunity and also keep blood disorders at bay, all in all improving the state of health of the body. A healthy body is better able to cope with the changes that happen with menopause.

Diet: This is perhaps the most ignored and yet the most important aspect of well being, whether it is before, during or after menopause. This can not be said too often: a healthy, balanced diet rich in fresh, wholesome foods is the best thing you can do for your physical and psychological health. Fresh fruits and vegetables provide your body with all the vitamins and minerals it needs to cope with the stress of menopause. Unrefined, whole grains contain fiber and vitamin B, along with iron and a host of other micronutrients, apart from providing a healthy source of carbohydrates. Lean proteins like tofu, legumes and egg whites are also a necessary part of a healthy diet, providing your body with the building blocks called amino acids that your body so craves at this difficult stage.