Managing Hot Flashes: Understanding the Causes and Treatments

Managing Hot Flashes: Understanding the Causes and Treatments

Let's talk about hot flashes and how to effectively manage them. I've created numerous videos on this topic from various angles. To understand the basics, we have a small gland in the brain called the hypothalamus. A specific part of the hypothalamus controls the release of eggs from the ovaries each month during the menstrual cycle, working through the pituitary gland, which acts as a middleman.

Understanding the Menstrual Cycle and Menopause

When menstruation begins, typically at around age 12 or 13, an egg is released each month. A woman has about 400 eggs, and once these eggs are depleted, usually around age 52, the ovaries cease to function. This leads to the loss of certain hormones. Fortunately, you have a backup system called the adrenal glands, which produce the same hormones as the ovaries but in smaller amounts.

Symptoms Associated with Menopause

During menopause, several symptoms can occur, including hot flashes, night sweats, anxiety, depression, stress, muscle loss, and bone breakdown. There are various steps you can take to improve these symptoms. Typically, the first recommendation is to strengthen the backup system, the adrenal glands. Ensuring good sleep and reducing stress can help lower cortisol levels.

Supporting the Adrenal Glands

One effective remedy for hot flashes is to take a high-quality vitamin E complex that includes all tocopherols and tocotrienols. Vitamin E is mainly stored in the pituitary gland, and when menstruation stops, vitamin E levels can drop, which is essential for all sex hormones.

The Role of Iodine in Hormonal Balance

Taking iodine from sea kelp can help in cases of estrogen dominance. Although estrogen decreases with age, progesterone drops more significantly, leading to a relative imbalance known as estrogen dominance. Excess body fat can also increase estrogen production, exacerbating the issue.

Supporting Liver Health

The liver plays a significant role in detoxifying chemicals, including excess hormones like estrogen and cortisol. If the liver is fatty or unhealthy, it may not function efficiently. You can support liver health by consuming cruciferous vegetables such as kale, broccoli, and radishes, or by taking DIM supplements, which are concentrated forms of these vegetables.

Calcium D-Glucarate

Calcium D-glucarate is another effective supplement for detoxifying estrogen. Studies show that it can reduce estrogen levels by 23% and decrease estrogen receptors by 50%. It also increases liver circulation with minimal side effects.

Conclusion

To manage hot flashes, focus on supporting the adrenal glands, taking high-quality vitamin E, using iodine from sea kelp, and supporting liver health with cruciferous vegetables or DIM supplements and calcium D-glucarate. Follow these strategies to alleviate symptoms and improve overall health. For more tips and information,