Monday, July 30, 2007

Q&As

Q: SHOULD WOMEN TAKE HORMONE REPLACEMENT THERAPY IF THEY HAVE A HISTORY OF CANCER?
A: NO! One of estrogen's primary roles is to promote the growth of cells in the breast and uterus. There is concern that synthetic estrogen promote further tumor growth.
Q: WHAT NATURAL ALTERNATIVES TO HORMONE REPLACEMENT THERAPY ARE AVAILABLE?
A: There are many natural alternatives to help women as they go through menopause. Black cohosh and don quai are highly effective favorites among women choosing natural hormone replacement therapy. Estrogen-containing foods like soy products, whole-grain cereal, seeds, certain fruits and vegetables are also beneficial for reducing menopause symptoms. Healthy lifestyle - smoking cessation, regular exercise, and good nutrition - is also incredibly important for menopausal women to reduce the risks of heart disease, osteoporosis and certain types of cancer.

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