Hot flashes and night sweats are among the most common and disruptive symptoms of perimenopause. While acupuncture provides significant relief, many patients benefit from an integrated approach that combines acupuncture, individualized herbal medicine, and select practitioner-grade supplements.
Understanding Hot Flashes and Night Sweats
During perimenopause, fluctuating estrogen and progesterone levels affect the body’s temperature regulation. In Chinese medicine, these symptoms are often linked to Kidney Yin deficiency, where the body’s cooling, nourishing energy declines, allowing internal heat to flare. Acupuncture works to restore balance, calm the nervous system, and regulate these internal shifts.
How Herbs and Supplements Can Support Relief
Many women find that combining acupuncture with personalized herbal formulas helps further reduce hot flashes and night sweats. In some cases, I also recommend select practitioner-grade supplements available through Fullscript. These supplements are always tailored to your individual pattern and complement acupuncture and herbs.
Examples of supplements I may suggest include:
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Estrovera® by Metagenics – a plant-based, clinically studied option for reducing hot flashes.
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Peri/Meno Ease™ by Vitanica – supports hormone balance and eases night sweats.
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Hot Flash® by Source Naturals – contains soy isoflavones, which research shows may reduce hot flash frequency.
These can be conveniently ordered and delivered through my Fullscript dispensary, allowing you to continue supporting your body between sessions.
“In my practice, acupuncture, custom herbal formulas, and, when appropriate, targeted supplements work together to help reduce hot flashes and night sweats, improve sleep, and restore balance to the body.”
Lifestyle Support for Cooling the Body
Acupuncture and herbs work best when paired with small lifestyle adjustments:
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Eat cooling foods: leafy greens, cucumbers, pears, and mung beans.
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Limit triggers like alcohol, caffeine, spicy foods, and sugar.
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Practice deep breathing, meditation, or gentle movement to calm the nervous system.
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Create a sleep-friendly environment: breathable bedding, a fan, or a cooling pillow.
Patient Story
A 49-year-old patient came in experiencing hourly hot flashes and night sweats that disrupted her sleep. After six weeks of acupuncture combined with a tailored herbal formula and select supplements, she reported fewer hot flashes, deeper sleep, and a renewed sense of balance and energy.
Next Steps
Hot flashes and night sweats don’t have to dominate your life. By combining acupuncture, individualized herbal medicine, and carefully selected supplements, it’s possible to restore balance and comfort naturally.
If you’re experiencing perimenopause symptoms and want a comprehensive approach, book your session here or call us at 773-517-7187. You can also explore supplements through my Fullscript dispensary, which offers professional-grade products recommended for your unique pattern.
Lisa Meyerson
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