Natural MENOPAUSE HEALERS

These alternative remedies can help you rewind the years and feel yourself again

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More than 13 million women in the UK* are currently peri- or menopausal, and 85% of them will experience unpleasant symptoms. 'It comes down to loss of hormones,' says Dr Shirin Lakhani. But some natural solutions can make a big difference - and help you look and feel decades younger.

Thinning hair

Falling oestrogen levels affect the growth cycle of your hair. Low iron too, if you have had heavy periods, says nutritional therapist Alison Cullen. 'Excess tea and coffee or regular use of antacids can also affect the way your body absorbs iron.' Plus, a lack of protein affects hair.

HELP YOURSELF

+ Up your protein and iron intake. 'Eat lots of leafy green veg, pistachios, cashews, lentils, chickpeas and prunes,' says Alison.