| Supplement | Dose | Rationale |
| Black cohosh | Most commonly prescribed as Remifemin; 40 mg/day is often recommended | Helps reduce effects of hot flashes, night sweats, and mild mood changes associated with menopause. |
| Calcium with vitamin D | 600–1,200 mg calcium/day, depending on diet, with 400 IU vitamin D/day | Keeps bones and teeth strong; helps prevent fractures, osteoporosis, and osteopenia. |
| Turmeric | 1/8 teaspoon per serving; best added to foods | Anti-inflammatory; phytoestrogenic; lowers LDL (“bad”) cholesterol; neutralizes free radicals; and aids in digestion. |
| Vitamin C | 500–1,000 mg/day (depending on the amount of produce you consume) | May boost immune system, promote healthy teeth and gums, help in the absorption of iron, and promote wound healing. |
| Vitamin E | 400 IU/day | May boost immune system, keep eyes healthy by preventing cataracts, and help prevent heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s. |
| —J.R.L. | ||
| Sources: Jeffrey Blumberg, PhD; www.eatright.org; MedLine Plus Medical Encyclopedia; Nancy Lonsdorf, MD; www.herbal-supplements-guide.com; www.menopauserx.com. | ||
