What is menopause?

Menopause refers to the time when you stop having periods and can no longer get pregnant naturally.

This occurs because your ovaries stop producing eggs and, as a result, levels of the hormones they produce (oestrogen, progesterone and testosterone) fall.

Although many of us use the word ‘menopause’ to describe the period of time when we notice our periods begin to change and we experience typical menopause symptoms, it actually refers to a single day: when you haven’t had a period for 12 months in a row.

The average age of menopause for women in the UK is 51, but there’s a lot of variation, so your menopause may happen sooner or later than this.

What is peri-menopause?

For most women, the menopause doesn’t happen overnight. This is because, unless you’ve had a surgical menopause, your ovaries don’t suddenly stop working.
 
Instead, they gradually slow down over a period of time as part of the natural menopause. This transition period leading up to the menopause is known as the peri-menopause, and it can last for a few months or several years – the average is around four years.

During the peri-menopause, you may notice that your periods get lighter or irregular, and you might also experience symptoms including hot flushes, mood swings, brain fog and fatigue. It’s common to start noticing these changes around the age of 45, but you might notice them earlier or later.

Why Dr Vegan's MenoFriend Vitamins?

NATURAL ALTERNATIVE TO HRT 

MenoFriend® is the #1 natural alternative to HRT (hormone replacement therapy), which can also be taken alongside HRT, to help regulate your hormones through peri-menopause, menopause and post-menopause, and relieve symptoms of menopause.

MenoFriend® is a unique plant-based formula of ethically and sustainably sourced botanical herbs, vitamins and minerals to sooth and calm the symptoms of the menopause so you can get on with your days and enjoy restful nights.

KEY BENEFITS

✅ PROVEN - 88% of users enjoy relief from symptoms within 3-6 weeks
(DR.VEGAN's Annual Menopause Survey 2022)

✅ SYMPTOM RELIEF - Relieves brain fog, mood swings, hot flushes, poor sleep, fatigue

✅ REGULATES HORMONES - Enhances sleep, energy & cognitive performance

✅ SUPPORTS MOOD & ENERGY - Vitamins B2, B3, B5, B6, B12 & Selenium 

✅ PROVIDES ISOFLAVONES - Relieves menopause discomfort. Can also be taken with HRT.

✅ BONE & JOINT SUPPORT - Calcium, Magnesium, Vitamin D3 & K2

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO WORK?

Research from DR.VEGAN's Annual Menopause Survey 2022, shows that 84% of people who take MenoFriend® begin to enjoy relief from symptoms within 3-4 weeks. Up to 20% of people will begin to enjoy relief from symptoms within 5-10 weeks.

SYMPTOMS MENOFRIEND® PROVIDES MOST RELIEF FROM 

86% take MenoFriend® as a natural alternative to HRT, while 14% take MenoFriend® alongside HRT.

KEY INGREDIENTS

🌿 Wild Yam is acclaimed to help maintain a calm and comfortable menopause, particularly during hot flushes, sweats, restlessness and irritability.

🌿 Red Clover is acclaimed to help eliminate menopausal discomfort and support your cardiovascular function, normalising blood pressure, helping strengthen your blood vessels and increasing elasticity and strength of blood vessels and capillary walls.

🌿 Hops are a source of antioxidants and are thought to help alleviate symptoms of the menopause through their active ingredients which affect the receptors in your brain that are responsible for sleep and calming down nervous activity. They also help your digestion and contribute to the function of your intestinal tract.

🌿 Sage is acclaimed for helping to maintain working memory and brain performance, contributing to your memory function and alleviating those low moments.

🌿 Dong Quai is often referred to as "Female Ginseng" and is commonly used to help symptoms of peri and menopause such as hot flushes and lack of libido. It's also commonly used to help with absent periods (amenorrhea) and PMS.

🌿 Maca supports your physical and mental health, helping maintain optimal stamina and feelings of vitality. Some studies suggest that the apigenin in Maca may benefit brain cells. The Maca plant belongs to the brassica family and is a cruciferous vegetable, grown largely in the Peruvian Andes. Its hardy roots are packed with vitamins and minerals, and in ancient times warriors consumed Maca root to boost strength and stamina.

🌿 Dandelion Root is believed to help maintain normal urinary flow and a healthy urinary tract function. And it has other benefits including prebiotic effects contributing to gastrointestinal wellbeing, and helping maintain a normal appetite by stimulating production of the body's digestive fluid, thereby also helping maintaining a normal liver function.

MenoFriend® also contains essential vitamins to support your daily energy and brain function including:

Vitamin B6 contributes to the regulation of hormonal activity;
Vitamin B12 & B6 contribute to the normal homocysteine metabolism;
Vitamin D, Calcium & Magnesium contribute to the maintenance of normal bones;
Vitamin B1 contributes to the normal function of your heart;
Vitamin B2 contributes to the normal function of your nervous system;
Vitamins B3 & B5 which contribute to your normal psychological function.

Uplifting, soothing and settling powers of plants and herbs 

Myrtle & Maude’s Menopause collection is specifically created to support you through your Menopause journey. 

Using traditional herbal medicine they have created a range of bioceutical products dedicated to supporting women throughout Menopause.

The inhalation stick contains expertly selected ingredients designed to provide natural relief from menopause symptoms. As inhalation is the quickest method by which essential oils enter the body and take effect, the stick is the perfect go-to for instant relaxation.

The organic tea is derived from plant-derived formulas to help provide natural relief from symptoms such as hot flushes, mood swings and heavy bleeding. It is the perfect alternative to regular caffeine for your afternoon tea fix.

Plus all packaging is recyclable, and the tea bags are biodegradable.