Ever wondered what women did before hormone replacement therapy, anti-depressants, or anti-anxiety medications? Frustrated with the conventional medicine approach for perimenopause and menopause symptoms? Try these natural remedies!
Welcome to part 2 of my conversation with Dr. Caitlin O’Connor ND. In this Savor Food and Body Podcast episode, we’re talking about what natural remedies (botanical medicine) women have been using to deal with hot flashes, moodiness, sleepless nights, and other symptoms for hundreds of years.
Listen to hear…
- What’s considered botanical medicine
- How botanical medicine differs between various medicinal traditions such as Chinese medicine, Ayurveda medicine, western herbalism, and indigenous people’s medicine
- Are these remedies evidence-based? Yes and no, here’s why.
- Dr. Caitlin’s top botanical remedies for health and vitality in midlife – especially for perimenopause symptoms
If you’ve tried conventional therapies to manage your perimenopause and menopause symptoms with little or varied success, try adding these natural remedies
You may find a prescription that’s right for you by combining modern medicine with botanical medicine or going all-natural.
The key is to reflect on your unique midlife experience. What works, and what do you want to change? How can you get the support you need from your care team?
Dr. Caitlin is a Naturopathic Doctor providing care for women and children in Denver, Colorado. She pairs a philosophy of patient-centered, whole-body, individualized care with an emphasis on nutrition, botanical medicine, and a balanced approach to joyful living.
Dr. Caitlin focuses on women’s health by improving gut health, hormonal balance, optimal mood and energy, fertility, and postpartum. Most recently, she created a new podcast called The Change: a podcast about perimenopause for people in their 30s,40s, and 50s.
Disclaimer: these recommendations are for informational purposes only and are not a replacement for medical advice. If you want to try any of these remedies, consult with your care team first.
