14 Alternatives To HRT That Can Help Menopause Symptoms (herbal, supplements, therapies)

What can you do if HRT isn’t right for you?🤝 Get your own personalised menopause support from Dr Naomi Potter and her team: https://www.menopausecare.co.uk/what-to-expect-ihihIn this week’s solo episode, Dr Naomi Potter explains the non-hormonal options that may help with perimenopause and menopause symptoms — from CBT, hypnotherapy and acupuncture to herbal remedies, antidepressants, beta blockers, Veozah and lifestyle changes.HRT can be brilliant, but it is not suitable for everyone. Whether you can’t take HRT, don’t want to take it, or have tried it and struggled with side effects, this episode breaks down what else is available — without the fear, fads or confusion.💬 Topics include:• CBT for menopause • Hypnotherapy, reflexology and acupuncture• Herbal remedies (e.g black cohosh and ashwagandha)• Plant oestrogens• When antidepressants may be helpful• Beta blockers • Veozah / fezolinetant • Bladder medications• Lifestyle changes still matter• How to avoid wasting money on menopause fadsFollow Dr Naomi Potter below:Naomi’s Instagram: @dr_naomipotterNaomi’s TikTok: @dr_naomipotter00:00 – 14 alternatives to HRT for menopause symptoms01:20 – CBT for menopause anxiety, hot flushes & mood swings03:28 – Hypnotherapy for menopause anxiety & sleep04:43 – Reflexology for menopause symptoms05:34 – Acupuncture for hot flushes & night sweats07:41 – Herbal remedies for menopause explained08:29 – Black cohosh for hot flushes & night sweats09:21 – Ashwagandha for menopause brain fog & anxiety09:54 – Plant oestrogens, soya & red clover for menopause11:56 – Antidepressants (SSRIs) for menopause mood & anxiety14:12 – Oxybutynin for hot flushes & night sweats14:56 – Propranolol & beta blockers for menopause anxiety16:03 – Veozah (fezolinetant): new non-hormonal menopause treatment17:33 – Gabapentin for severe menopause symptoms18:23 – Mirabegron & solifenacin for bladder symptoms20:40 – Lifestyle changes that improve menopause symptoms22:07 – How to choose the right menopause treatment for you#menopause #hrt #drnaomipotter