I am 68 years old and still experiencing hot flushes. Is this normal at my age? I have found sage tablets have reduced the flushes a little bit, is it ok to take one tablet in the morning and another in the evening?

You are considered through the menopause after not having had any periods for 2 years and by then your symptoms should be tailing off. If you are still experiencing menopause-like symptoms after all this time then they may be due to other factors such as low iron, low thyroid, low vitamin D or stress. It may be a good idea to ask your doctor to test for these just to rule them out.

If it is not any of these, then menopause-like symptoms after all this time may be an indication that your nervous system is overwhelmed (also known as Adrenal Stress). In this situation it is very important to do supportive work for the adrenals such as a high strength multivit with extra magnesium, 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 minutes 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.

The menoforce sage tablets are our licensed one a day remedy and we would not advice taking more than the recommended dose. However, A Vogel also have a Sage tincture this can be taken  throughout the day and maybe of more benefit to you.

Eiloeen Durward