For some women, menopause is welcome transition that signals the end of their reproductive years. But for others, menopause is the beginning of a time marked by physical discomfort, psychological stress and emotional upheaval. If you're one of the millions of North American women struggling through this change of life, ask your doctor about including one or more of these natural herbal menopause remedies to your regimen.

Common Symptoms of Menopause

In a 2007 study published in the journal Alternative Therapies, menopausal women were asked about their symptoms. Over 80% reported struggling with hot flashes and over 50% experienced mood swings and/or night sweats. Nearly a third of women with menopause experienced trouble sleeping and nearly a quarter reported unexpected weight gain. Fatigue, memory problems, irritability and vaginal dryness are also common symptoms of menopause.

Herbal Remedies for Hot Flashes

Trying to conceive a child can be a frustrating experience. Timing everything perfectly each cycle only to have your period come. If you haven't been trying for at least a year, some doctors can be unhelpful regarding the whole experience. One option would be to go for the "natural" path.

There are many herbs and remedies that are being advertised today as being helpful in trying to conceive. They vary from helping to regulate a menstrual cycle, increasing the amount of cervical fluid, helping build the uterine lining and assisting with hormone levels.

However, you should be aware that pursuing the natural path to fertility is not going to be an immediate fix. Many natural remedies take up to 3 months before any improvement will be noticed.

Here is a small listing of some herbs/remedies that may assist in increasing your fertility. As always, consult your doctor or naturopath before beginning any medicinal/herbal regimen.

Not every woman was given a large bust size. Some women like to increase their bust size to be more proportional to the rest of their bodies. Whatever the reason, there are times that a woman would like to increase her bust size. The good news is that a herbal tea remedy often works for some women to increase their bust size naturally.

Disclaimer: This herbal tea article is for entertainment purposes only. Always consult with a health care provider before drinking herbal teas to make certain it will not interfere with any medications or health care programs that you are on. Some people are allergic to specific herbs. This herbal tea is not intended to be medicinal and results vary from person to person.

2 parts calendula
2 parts red clover
1 part cleavers
1 part lady's mantle
Spearmint or peppermint (optional; for flavor)