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7 Hot flash remedies

By Theron Monat


Gynecologists in the US have come out with a study that which shows that up to 85% of women suffer from hot flashes before, during and after menopause. Unfortunately issues that make this happen are not very clear but it is believed that it has something to do with estrogen. Estrogen helps regulate the thermostat in the brain that controls body temperature. Once estrogen levels drop, your control is completely unbalanced, hence, it becomes totally sensitive and responds untimely. For relief try using any of these home recipes.

Below are 7 Home Remedies to Relieve Hot Flashes

#1 Dress in Layers:

Dressing in layers of lightweight clothing is the best way to lower the temperature, because you can detach from one or two pieces. Choose clothing with fabrics that breathe. Cotton is the best, silk, wool; nylon and polyester are the least. You should consider buying sports underwear that usually absorb sweat and dry quickly.

#2 Determine and Avoid Triggers

Different women have diffrent body types, in some women hot flashes can be caused by things like spicy foods, red wine, caffeine or stressful situations. Keep a record of when you experience hot flashes and the things you were doing just before you had it. When you can identify the cause, the solution may be as simple as avoiding what causes the triggers.

#3 Exercise Regularly

Exercise has many benefits, reduces the risk of diabetes, heart disease and some cancers, as well as sticking to a healthy weight. It also helps the symptoms of menopause. Research of the National Institute of Health suggests a link between physical activity and decreased symptoms of menopause, including hot flashes. Try to make at least 30 minutes available for aerobic activity at least five days a week and about 15 to 20 minutes of strength training.

#4 Learn to Relax

Are you aware that when you are under either emotionally or physically stress your body reacts by releasing adrenaline into your bloodstream? When this happens the inflow of adrenaline could step-up your blood flow, which would also result in your body temperature rising. Hot flashes are one of the possible reactions that can take place in your body when your body temperature increases. You can use stress reduction techniques as a home recipe for hot flashes. You can try deep breathing, meditation and even yoga.

#5 Change Your Drink

I guess you are aware by now that hot coffee can provoke hot flashes, only just because it is warm but because it has caffeine. If you can't help but take it, try decaf and see if your condition improves. If you cannot stop drinking regular coffee, then do so before noon time, so that the caffeine does not keep you unnecessarily awake. Interruptions in sleep also cause hot flashes, instead of drinking coffee reach for a cup of tea.

#6 Keep the Temperature Cool

A lot of women have discovered that their hot flashes worsen when they try to sleep, it is best to keep your bedroom temperature cool and try to maintain a sleep pattern with the same hours of bedtime and wake up time. You should not rule out the use of a fan.

#7 Stay Hydrated

One of the most common home treatments you can use is drinking plenty of water/fluids. When your body temperature begins to rise beyond control drinking some water will help cool you. Do all you can to always have a water bottle close at hand, you may discover that drinking water can help soothe that sudden feeling of suffocation.




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