Herbcast To HRT or not-to-HRT? The herbal path through the menopause with Melinda McDougall
Sep 4, 2025
In this enlightening conversation, Melinda McDougall, a registered medical herbalist specializing in natural menopause support, shares her holistic approaches to managing menopause. She discusses the benefits of herbal remedies such as black cohosh, ashwagandha, and maca root for alleviating symptoms and boosting overall well-being. The importance of personalized care and community support during this transition is emphasized, alongside practical dietary advice for women navigating menopause. Melinda empowers listeners to embrace this life stage with confidence and informed choices.
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Middle Ground Approach
- Melinda McDougall positions herself in the middle between medical and non-medical approaches to menopause.
- She highlights individualised care and that the conversation is moving towards balanced, personalised choices.
Treat Menopause Holistically
- Use a holistic approach: assess lifestyle, diet, sleep and gut health when addressing menopausal symptoms.
- Treat menopause as an opportunity to reset health, relationships and routines.
Black Cohosh As Key Option
- Consider black cohosh for hot flushes, night sweats, joint pain and anxiety-related symptoms.
- Melinda cites a large meta-analysis showing black cohosh matched low-dose transdermal estradiol for effectiveness.
