Q Is there any herbal alternative to hrt?
Its all depend on for what you are going to start HRT. There is no doubt that diet and appropriate nutritional supplements can be helpful. Some foods, notably chickpeas and beans, and soya-based products such as soya milk and tofu contain substances that mimic the effect of oestrogen in the body and help to reduce hot flushes. Regular activity exercise has been shown to reduce symptoms of hot flushes and improve sleep; it is also a good way of boosting your mood if you feel anxious, irritable or depressed. Cut down coffee, alcohol and smoking. But yes, if youre alongside of HRT treatment will be faster; make healthy discussion with physician ask for healthy alternative to avoid weight gain, which is common during HRT treatment.