Menopause signifies “a change” within a women’s life. The shifting of a womens body chemistry. Estrogen is similar to what acupuncturists call JING QI. Jing Qi is like a gift that is given to all of us at the time of conception. When jing qi is abundant, our ability to adpat to disease, illness and stress is optimal. As we age, our jing Qi is slowly drained. This occurs b…etween the ages of 35 to 60. When jing Qi declines the organ system within the body becomes unbalanced, signs occur such as graying hair, loss of libido, poor memory and fatigue. Another factor that contribute to menopause is an imbalance in Yin and Yang energies. Yin is the cooling system in our bodies. When yin declines, heat symptoms will naturally arise, leading to night sweating, restlessness, hot flashes, mood swings and insomnia.
Left untreated a decline of Jing, yin and yang will lead to these symptoms. Acupuncture and herbal medicine can support the healing energies of Jing, yin and yang, providing the body with the builiding blocks it needs in order to nourish, heal and regain balance