Incorporate phytoestrogen-rich foods

Description

Reduce hot flashes, improve sleep, and balance mood with phytoestrogen superfoods. Discover which specific foods provide natural menopause symptom relief.

Why we recommend this

• Phytoestrogens are plant compounds that mimic the effects of estrogen in the body, helping to balance hormones during menopause.
• A meta-analysis published in Menopause Review found that isoflavones, the primary phytoestrogens in soy, significantly reduced the frequency and severity of hot flashes compared to placebo.
• Lignans, another class of phytoestrogens found in flaxseeds and legumes, have been shown to improve cholesterol levels and reduce breast cancer risk in postmenopausal women, according to a review in the journal Nutrients.
• Aim to incorporate a variety of phytoestrogen sources for maximum benefit.
• Dr. Lara Briden recommends foods like flaxseeds, soybeans, and legumes for menopausal symptoms
• Phytoestrogens have been shown to reduce hot flashes and improve bone density