I’m suffering hot sweats at night which are impacting on my working life. I’ve also experienced weight gain which is also adding stress. I eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly. Not sure what to do?

The two can be linked actually, as the night sweats disrupt your sleep (as you will definitely know!) and this increases carb cravings and reduces insulin sensitivity, which makes it harder for you to digest your carbs.

At the same time, falling oestrogen levels reduce the effectiveness of your digestion generally, making you more likely to have a sluggish gut.

It is helpful to check your carbs and think about increasing protein instead, as the body in menopause tends to require more protein than previously. Using something like Molkosan can be helpful because it supports your pancreas and your friendly gut bacteria.

To get rid of the night sweats taking Menosan tincture - 15 drops at tea time and then 30 drops before bed. We do also have it in a tablet form (Menoforce) but the drops work faster.

Eileen Durward