What are hot flashes?
They are sudden rise in body temperature experienced by women at the time of menopause. It is caused by lowering of hormone levels, especially estrogen. This is a temporary condition and disappears once the body is used to the lower hormone levels. It can be treated with home remedies like soy and ginseng.

Natural remedies for hot flashes
Simple natural remedies like ginseng and black cohosh can be effective in making you feel better and provide relief.

• Soy: Soy beans are known to contain isoflavones that are estrogen present in plants. Taking dietary soy supplements has been found to be effective in reducing the frequency and intensity of hot flashes. Those allergic to soy can use red clover instead.
• Black cohosh: This herb has been found to be even more effective than soy in helping deal with hot flashes and other menopausal symptoms.
• Ginseng: This is another herb that is known for its soothing properties. But it helps only some women, so you will have to check for yourself if this herb is helpful for you.
• Sarsaparilla: This is a herb that has been used to treat hormonal imbalances for ages and may be, therefore, effective in dealing with hot flashes as well.

Diet for hot flashes
You should make sure to control your intake of alcohol as well as tea and coffee as too much of these can trigger or worsen hot flashes. Smoking and nicotine is another trigger and should be kept away. Along with this, there are other triggers like spicy foods, narcotic drugs as well as some prescription medications.

Causes of hot flashes
The main cause of hot flashes is hormonal changes and lower levels of the hormone estrogen at the time of menopause. This sudden change in the levels of estrogen causes the body temperature to suddenly shoot up. But this is temporary and only happens till the body gets used to having lower estrogen levels.

Symptoms of hot flashes

• Sudden rise in body temperature
• Uneasiness and discomfort

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