Author:  Maria Alfano

Peri-menopause herbal teas will help you stop the madness that is your new life.  It feels like you woke up one morning and out of the blue, your body is overheated, you didn’t sleep very well, your belly seems extra bloated, and you are on edge for no reason.

Sound familiar??  Of course, it does.  And, you are not alone.  Millions of women around the world in their early to mid-40s start to experience the symptoms of peri-menopause.  You are in excellent company.

Peri-menopause is the first of the three phases of menopause.  It is the time when your periods start to become irregular and some unwelcomed symptoms arise.  There is nothing that compares to the warmth of the perfectly brewed herbal tea settling into your belly on a cold winter’s day.  Or, a freshly brewed cup of herbal iced tea on a hot summer afternoon.

10 Peri-menopause Herbal Teas That Are The Best For Your Symptoms

There are hundreds of herbal teas on the market.  Which one do you choose?

List of Peri-menopause teas and their benefits

1-Black Cohosh

Black cohosh – is this tea good for menopause?  According to the Cleveland Clinic, it is perfect for reducing those nasty symptoms of

• fatigue
• hot flashes
• mood swings
• vaginal dryness
• sleeplessness

Does It Cause Weight Gain

Black cohosh is pretty safe to drink.  One of its side effects can be bloating or stomach irritability that can lead to temporary weight gain.

Who should take Black Cohosh

While it is safe for almost everyone to drink black cohosh tea, anyone with the following underlying conditions is recommended not to consume it.

• breast or uterine cancer
• history of liver problems
• history of blood clots
• take medications for high blood pressure

2-Ginkgo Biloba

Gingko Biloba – has natural plant estrogen compounds that are helpful in regulating your hormones.  With the onset of perimenopause, your body reduces its production of estrogen causing many of the symptoms you are experiencing.

Studies have shown it helps with the PMS after menopause symptoms as well including

• those pesky hot flashes
• unsightly mood swings

3-Dong Quai

Dong Quai (aka Angelica Sinensis root) – is this safe to drink?  This commonly called female ginseng tea is reasonably safe to drink.  It has been shown to reduce PMS symptoms and balance estrogen levels.

Who should take Dong Quai

A 2011 study showed this tea was helpful in regulating periods.  So, if you are hoping to get to the end of your menopause journey sooner rather than later, then perhaps you should avoid drinking this.  Others who would be wise not to partake in Dong Quai is

• anyone going into surgery as it could hamper your blood’s ability to clot
• those who are fair-skinned may develop sensitivity to the sun

4-Peppermint Tea

Peppermint tea – historically used for bloating and stomach issues, peppermint tea helps with these symptoms during menopause too!

If you experience any of the following then this herbal tea is just what Mother Nature ordered:

• abdominal gas
• bloating
• nausea

This tea has a calming effect on the body and can also calm the production of estrogen.  If you are looking to speed through the 3 phases of menopause, then this may help you achieve your goal.

5-Chamomile tea

Chamomile tea – growing up in an Italian household, chamomile tea was a staple.  It was commonly given to children, in very weak beverages, who had trouble going to sleep.

It is an awesome way to get that elusive restful night’s sleep that is all too familiar with menopause.

Drinking too much chamomile can reduce the production of testosterone in women as it does not contain any natural estrogen to combat the effects of lowering other hormones.

6-Green Tea

Green tea – has anti-oxidant properties that most folks are familiar with.  But, did you know that it also helps strengthen bones?  Since osteoporosis is not uncommon with menopause, every ounce of prevention will be worth it.

If you are finding that you are putting on a couple of extra pounds with menopause, green tea can help boost your metabolism and help you shed them.

There are very few risks with drinking green tea so you can safely add it to your daily regimen.

7-Licorice Root Tea

Licorice tea – If you like black licorice, you will love the flavor of licorice root tea.  This tea helps with the reduction of hot flashes, their frequency, and how long they last.

It has estrogen-like properties that may balance your hormones.

Since stress is frequently present with menopause, this tea is an amazing stress-reliever.

8-Valerian Root

Valerian root herbal tea – like its friend licorice root, valerian root tea is perfect for relieving the following

• stress
• sleepless nights
• hot flashes
• headaches

For the ladies who are not partial to the flavor of black licorice, this is the next best thing.

If you prefer a one-and-done approach, then 225 mg of valerian root capsules 3x daily for a minimum of 8 weeks is an excellent alternative to drinking the tea.

9-Shatavari

Shatavari (aka Asparagus racemosus) is an ancient root that may not be readily available in your area.  This herbal beverage is useful in

• balancing hormones
• regulating PMS symptoms
• increasing libido (often impacted when women reach the postmenopausal phase)

10-Ashwagandha 

Ashwagandha – has been used in East Asian culture for centuries.  This shrub is found in India and when brewed, this super-strong flavored tea is used to

• relieve stress
• promote a good night’s sleep
• boost libido
• calm hot flashes and night sweats
• increase blood flow to your lady parts to alleviate the dryness and itchiness

How Quickly Do these Peri-menopause Herbal Teas Work

I would love to tell you that these peri-menopause herbal teas are magical elixirs and you will feel better after just one sip.  I can’t tell you that.  However, drink at least one cup per day for a month and you will start to notice positive changes.

Patience is the key whenever starting a new habit.  Drinking any of these herbal teas requires some of that.  Don’t give up too quickly as the respite will be just around the next bend.

Additional Ways To Balance Your Hormones

I know you probably are tired of hearing about some of these things. You wouldn’t be reading these suggestions over and over if they didn’t work

• exercise regularly – at least 15 minutes per day 3-4 times per week
• reduce your alcohol intake
• stop smoking
• eat a well-balanced diet that is low in sugar and higher in protein
• get a good night’s sleep

In Summary

Peri-menopause herbal teas have terrific health benefits when used correctly.  Before starting any natural tea remedies, be sure to consult your physician to ensure that none of these will impact any medications you may be taking.  Remember that it will take time to see the results you want from these teas.  Nothing happens overnight.

 

We would love to hear from you.  Have you tried any of these beverages?  What were your results?  Is there another tea you would recommend that is not included on this list?

 

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