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Alfalfa Treats the Symptoms of Peri Menopause and Menopause

Updated on August 3, 2017

Alfalfa is considered to beneficial in the management of a wide range of symptoms including insomnia, fatigue and endocrinal disorders. In menopausal women, alfalfa is beneficial in controlling the symptoms associated with menopause.

The Outstanding Benefits of Alfalfa


Though clinical evidence is inadequate to understand the benefits of Alfalfa, the herb has been used for centuries to treat fatigue, insomnia and thyroid disorders. The effects of the herb of menopausal and peri-menopausal women are also profound and are often recommended by naturopaths to treat the unpleasant symptoms.

Alfalfa can help effectively manage and reduce the intensity of the symptoms of menopause, such as, hot flushes, sweating, headaches, dryness of vagina, decreased libido, irritability and mood swings and osteoporosis.


What are the Symptoms of Menopause?

Commonly seen symptoms of menopause include:

  • Weariness and exhaustion
  • Cessation of menses, amenorrhea
  • Hot flushes and burning sensation
  • Excessive sweating
  • Vaginal dryness, itching, infection
  • Urinary tract infection
  • Palpitation
  • Fluctuating blood pressure
  • Irritability and Mood Swings
  • Depression
  • Osteoporosis

These manifestations occur in response to the diminution of the estrogen level in the body.

Treating Peri-Menopause Symptoms and Early Symptoms of Menopause Effectively

The phytoestrogens present in alfalfa, have lesser estrogenic activity than the human estrogen. Even so, they do unite with the human estrogen receptors. Phytoestrogens regularize and steady the impact of estrogen in our body.

In peri-menopausal and menopausal women, the ovaries do not synthesize estrogen any more. Consequently, phytoestrogens offer some amount of estrogenic activity.

Experts also recommend following a regular de-stress technique, such as: yoga, pranayama, pilates, meditation, etc. A consistent exercise pattern is necessary to maintain a healthy mind and body.

Make Sure that you Incorporate Alfalfa Sprouts in to your Daily Menu

Alfalfa Nutrition: How Does Alfalfa Work?

1 cup of alfalfa sprouts provides 10 calories, and large quantities of phytochemicals and saponins. Vitamin C, Zinc, manganese, magnesium, and folic acid are found in profusion too.

  • The phytoestrogens provide estrogenic, as well as anti-estrogenic benefits. Further they are powerful antioxidants, which help in reducing cellular damage and aging. Phytoestrogens can also tackle inflammatory conditions and reduce inflammatory response
  • Magnesium helps regularize the blood circulation in the body and also essential to maintain healthy bones, muscles and nerves
  • Vitamin C and folic acid play a crucial role in enhancing immune levels and fighting infections
  • Manganese is a trace minerial responsible for controlling metabolism, strengthening the bones and supporting the absorption of certain vitamins
  • In menopausal women, these vital nutrients stamp out irritability, mood swings and depression; ease headaches, sweating and hot flushes and sustain healthy bone density.
  • Zinc is crucial for a healthy skin and hastens healing and avoids inflammation


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