How to Manage Menopause Symptoms & Balance Hormones Naturally

By 2030, over 1.2 billion women will be in menopause, yet most were never taught what to expect. In this episode, Dr. Josh Axe shares how to manage symptoms naturally, feel empowered, and reclaim your health through this life-changing transition.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• The top 10 symptoms and what’s really causing them
• Simple diet and lifestyle shifts to reduce hot flashes, mood swings, and weight gain
• The best herbs and supplements for symptom relief
• Top triggers that make symptoms worse and how to avoid them
• Pros and cons of hormone replacement therapy

You’ll leave this episode with practical tools, deeper insight, and natural strategies to take control of your hormones, energy, and health—starting today.

We’ve created a full blog post that walks through the main points and insights from this episode. If you'd like to dive deeper or revisit the information later, this is a helpful resource to keep on hand. Read it here → https://thehealthinstitute.com/2025/05/16/the-natural-womans-guide-to-menopause-from-hot-flashes-to-hormone-harmony/ 

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