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This also improves insulin sensitivity and preferentially targets visceral fat, the stubborn kind that accumulates around your midsection
In fact, the average duration of frequent or moderate-to-severe hot flashes is seven to 10 years, and mild hot flashes may continue for much longer
For example, a 2013 trial found it significantly improved menopause symptoms across multiple categories, including vasomotor, physical, and psychological measures.62 While its primarily studied for menopause, theres some evidence suggesting it may also help with PMS-related discomfort.53 Chasteberry (Vitex) Pycnogenol In a 2011 study, perimenopausal women who took Pycnogenol for two months experienced statistically significant reductions in hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, irregular periods, reduced libido, and vaginal dryness.9 For PMS symptoms, a 2008 study found Pycnogenol significantly lowered menstrual pain in those with dysmenorrhea.63 Wild yam Wild yam has a long history of traditional use for menopausal and inflammatory symptoms