At menopause for some reason this seems to occur to a number of women and the cause is often not identifiable, but if you are suffering then Andrew Weil, MD is a naturopathic doctor who has some good advice I wanted to share with you.

What is it?

If you suffer from red, scaly, dry patches of skin that are extremely itchy, you may have eczema.

Also known as atopic dermatitis, eczema is an allergy-related skin condition common in young adults, but also frequently seen at menopause.

Simple measures can often help to minimize symptoms and provide relief. Instead of turning to the topical steroids often prescribed for eczema, which I believe suppress the problem and may worsen it over time, try the six suggestions below and see if they work for you.

1. Eliminate cows’ milk and all cows’ milk products from your diet, as well as foods that contain partially hydrogenated vegetable oils which are a common source of trans fats.

If this does not seem to improve the condition, you can also try eliminating gluten from your diet as well.

2. Take 500 milligrams of blackcurrant oil or evening primrose oil twice a day. These are sources of gamma-linolenic aid (GLA), an essential omega-6 fatty acid that promotes healthy growth of skin, hair and nails.

You should begin to notice positive changes in six to eight weeks.

3. Apply aloe vera gel (from a fresh plant or buy lotions or moisturizers containing aloe) or calendula cream to the affected areas of your skin.

4. Bathe or shower as quickly as possible, and use a non-perfumed moisturizing soap.

Apply a thick moisturizing cream or coconut oil immediately after patting yourself dry – don’t rub your skin when you towel-dry your body.

5. Practice visualization and hypnotherapy. They can have a significant positive impact on allergy-related skin conditions.

6. Try to relax as stress can make the condition worse as it impacts all your symptoms, including your hormones. Explore relaxation techniques such as breathing exercises and yoga.

Helpful information:

Sometimes, itching can be a symptom of conditions such an overactive or underactive thyroid as well as being a common symptom of menopause.

The changes in the levels of hormones that occur during the menopause are thought to be responsible so maintaining hormone balance is a good place to start.

You may also find this article helpful.

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