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Menopause can be a trying time. Moodiness, hot flashes, and reduced sex drive are nothing to look forward too! Luckily, there are many natural alternatives that women can use to help relive the symptoms of menopause.

Below are some plants and herbs that could help alleviate menopausal symptoms:

1. St. John’s Wort – St. Johns Wort has been shown to help allevite hot flashes as well as reduce anxiety and stress. It can also be used to lift mild depression and has less side effects than drugs used as antidepressants.
St. Johns Wort isn't for everyone, however and should not be taken by anyon on Digoxin, Warfarin, anti-seizure drugs, Cyclosporin, Selective Serotonin Re-uptake Inhibitors, and any HIV medication. Talk to your doctor or a natural therapist before taking St. Johns Wort.

2. Black Cohosh – Another herb that helps alleviate hot flashes. This can be taken in tablet form or used topically as a cream or pessary. It works great on hot flashes and also can treat general aches and soreness caused by menopause in addition to vaginal dryness. If taken in high doses, though, it can cause headaches.
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3. Chamomile, valerian, and passionflower – These herbs are great as an herbal tea but also come in tablet form. They are very soothing and can help you sleep better as well as relive night sweats. Valerian can act as a stimulant in some people so it should be used sparingly.

4. Hops – Useful for menopausal insomnia, hops is also effective for treating hot flashes. This herb is not recommended for women who have severe depression.

5. Panax Ginseng – Traditionally used by the Chinese to help treat mental and physical stress, this herb can also help alleiate hot flashes caused by overwork and fatigue. This herb is not for prolonged use as it can cause your blood pressure to increase. Do not take a lot of caffeine when you are on this herb.

6. Flaxseed or Linseed – These seeds can help with constipation, are good for your heart and may reduce inflammation as well as vaginal dryness. Flaxseed should be ground in a grinder right before you eat it and can be added to cereals, salads and smoothies. Two heaping teaspoons should do the trick.

For many women there is no need to turn to harmful prescription drugs to treat menopause symptoms - Mother nature has provided everything you need! Before taking any herbs, however, you should consult with a certified natural therapist as some herbs can interact with prescription drugs you are taking and may do you more harm than good.

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