Foods that contain Phytoestrogens help prevent hot flashes and night sweats,as well as some of psychological changes,(anxiety,moodiness,etc.). Some of these are: Tofu and other Soy products,Yams,Carrots,Apples,and Potatoes.

Foods rich in Calcium,help prevent Osteoporosis. Some of these foods are:Sesame Seeds,Almonds,Low-fat Yogurt,Dark Leafy Greens,(such as Kale,Collards,Broccoli),and Sardines.

Foods and Other Things that would be WISE to AVOID:

Animal Foods,Fatty Foods and Fried Foods, Sugar and Refined Foods(these contribute to mood swings), Caffeine (can cause hot flashes), Alcohol (can cause hot flashes), and use of Tobacco,(we all know by now dangers of Tobacco).

HERBS TO TREAT MENEPAUSE:

"Chaste Berry":stimulates production of progesterone and helps balance hormones (And/or)"Black Cohosh"which has simular properties,and acts in much same manner as Chaste Berry.Please go to my "Herb of Month" page to learn more about "Black Cohosh".

"Don Quai":(also known as "Angelica"):stimulates estrogen production and helps balance hormonal levels in young as well as older women.It also boosts energy levels and increases all-over well-being.

"Motherwort":(a member of Mint family):relieves heart palpitations,reduces pain,but in some people can cause drowsiness,combined with "Sage",will help relieve hot flashes

"Siberian Ginseng":helps strengthen Adrenal Glands,as well as strengthens over-all immune system,and boosts energy levels.BUT IF YOU HAVE A HEART PROBLEM OF ANY KIND,YOU SHOULD NOT TAKE GINSENG.

"Borage":helps strengthen Adrenal glands

"Licorice":strengthens Adrenal glands(IF YOU HAVE HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE,OR A HEART CONDITION,DO NOT USE LICORICE)

"Primrose Oil" or Caps:Helps your skin stay supple and soft,helps ease hotflashes and night-sweats,strenghtens heart, "Vit.E" and "Flax Seed Oil" does much same as "Primrose".

HERBS TO TREAT TENSION, MOODINESS, AND ANXIETY

"Wild Oats"or"Oatstraw" (good over-all immune booster,increases energy levels,fights anxiety,eases depression)

"Skullcap"(this can cause drowsiness)

"Valerian"(this is fairly strong,and can cause drowsiness,should mainly be used at night for sleeplessness)

"Kava-Kava"(this can cause drowsiness in some people, is also used to manage moodiness,anxiety,& pain)

"Chamomile"(this is very mild,and will not cause drowsiness,can be used safely during day,helps with anxiety,and crankiness)

"Passion Flower"(this can cause drowsiness,it reduces anxiety,and helps with insomnia)

"St.Johns Wort":(reduces depression)

"Hops" (good over-all immune booster)

With any of these herbs,you need to use caution until you know how it will affect you.And unless you are very knowledgeable in use of herbs,I recommend that you contact a qualified Herbalist or Naturopathic Dr. or Practioner for instructions on use and how much to take.

* For more about colds and how they work, see my article 'Your Body Works to Keep You Well!' at:

http://practicalhealth.net/yourbody.html

Since fall of last year, I've been doing things differently. At first sign of a cold -- like sniffles -- I'll take two droppers full of Immunity Plus in a bit of water and followup as necessary. That does trick. Sometimes I'll use it as a "chaser" with echinacea and garlic capsules. And so far, it's stopped any attack dead in its tracks.

In fact, I've had a bottle of Flu Buster on hand, just in case, but have never had to use it. By keeping my baseline up and by using Immunity Plus as needed, cold and flu viruses haven't seemed to have a chance.

I like Immunity Plus it in water, though it nicely spices up tomato-based juices like V-8.

If you go to my website...

http://skyhoop.healingamerica.com

...click on 'Products' and 'Immunity Plus' you'll be able to hear Jon Barron's 'Listen/Learn' description of read his 'Barron Report' on product.

And while you're there, why not try a bottle? It might be just what you need to spare you any downtime as cold and flu season draw near.