Menopause supplements

Natural health expert CHARLOTTE DORMON

gives her verdict on the best aids to help combat everything from hot flushes to mood swings.

1 PUKKA WOMANKIND £16.95 (30 capsules), planetorganic.com

This contains shatavari, a herb used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine to help balance hormones, enhance libido and ease the menopause transition. Sage is also included to help manage hot flushes.

2 VIRIDIAN WOMAN 40-PLUS MULTI £20.80 (60 capsules), greenlife.co.uk

A gentle multivitamin formula with an emphasis on energy support and balancing the effects of hormonal fluctuations. Also included are antioxidants and plant extracts to support healthy ageing.

3 NATURAL HEALTH PRACTICE OMEGA 3 £29.77 (60 capsules), naturalhealthpractice.com

Omega-3 fats found in fish oil have antiinflammatory properties, which can help manage some of the symptoms associated with the ‘change’ including joint pain and menopausal arthritis.

4 NUTRI ADVANCED D DROPS WITH K2 £8.21 (28ml), yournutritionshop.com

Vitamin K works with Vitamin D to get calcium into your bones where it’s needed. So rather than taking Vitamin D on its own, take both together – especially from menopause and onwards when your bones need that extra support.

5 NATURE’S PLUS KALMAS SURE MAGNESIUM £7.06 (90 capsules), luckyvitamin.com

Magnesium plays a role in regulating hormone levels and is vital for bone strength. This mineral is also known as ‘nature’s tranquilliser’ as it is associated with helping to manage stress.