I'm 74 years old and I have suffered night sweats for a long time. I've tried most of the known prescription health remedies, like red-clover, sage, and many other ones, to no advantage. I was taking HRT till I was 60 then I was advised to come off it. I did have a breast operation a number of years ago, fortunately, it was none malignant. My doctor hasn't suggested I take HRT again, as it would be going back the way. I am at my wits end as to what to do. I would be much obliged to hear your suggestions.

Menopause-like symptoms such as night sweats after all this time may be an indication of adrenal stress rather than hormonal. 

In this situation it is very important to do supportive work for the adrenals such as a high strength multivit with extra magnesium, (aim to work up to at least 400-600mg per day) liquorice tea can be helpful as well. I would also suggest acupuncture, it can be very effective for adrenal stress.

Studies have shown that daily relaxation can reduce symptoms quickly so make 30 min relaxation a day a priority.

Check your diet too, avoid caffeine and high salt and sugar foods as these can all trigger the adrenals contributing to symptoms.

Low iron and low thyroid can also cause similar symptoms so it is a good idea to ask your doctor to test for these if they haven't done so already.

Eileen Durward