We are probably all familiar with hops, it has been cultivated for centuries for beer brewing!  We are probably less familiar though with its use in herbal medicine.

Hops is a perennial creeper vine with cone like flowers, growing up to 10 metres in height.  It originated in the northern temperate climates of Asia, Europe and North America.  The dried flower clusters are the part of the plant used for beer brewing and for medicinal purposes. Hops has the botanical name, Humulus lupulus.

Hops has been used for centuries in for its sedative, digestive and anti-inflammatory properties. Historically some have used hops for its mild analgesic properties to assist with pain relief.  It also contains phytoestrogens, which are plant-derived substances with estrogenic properties which may influence hormone balance.

It is a good herb to consider for hormone balance and to also address common symptoms associated with perimenopause such as insomnia, anxiety, and digestion issues.  Hops is a key ingredient in the ashaya Re-Glow Perimenopause Relief Oral Powder formula.

Hops is traditionally used:

• as a calmative or nervous system relaxant
• to induce sleep
• relieve disturbed or restless sleep

Like all supplements, consistency is key and you will likely see benefits over time. It is important to incorporate movement, adequate sleep, a balanced diet and meditation into your daily ritual. It is easy (and potentially very beneficial) to take a daily supplement but without other lifestyle changes, it may not be enough to make a long-term difference. When considering any hops supplement, it is important to follow the recommended dosage guidelines and of course, before you start taking any supplement please consult with your medical practitioner.  

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