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Cayenne

• Cayenne is considered one of the most powerful herbs and is said to help women keep cool during the hot flashes of menopause.
  
  

Coleus

• Coleus stimulates the thyroid gland, helping to increase metabolism during menopause. It has also been proven to lower blood pressure.
  
  

Dandelion

• Dandelion acts as a diuretic. If you are retaining water in menopause, it will help you lose water weight. It has been known to cause heartburn.
  
  

Green Tea

• Green tea is an appetite suppressant and has been effective in weight loss. As a bonus, green tea helps balance estrogen levels and reduces the frequency of hot flashes.
  
  

Fennel

• Fennel keeps the digestive tract healthy and relieves digestion pain. Fennel is an appetite suppressant that helps with weight loss, and it also relieves water retention.
  
  

Kelp

• Kelp has a healthy dose of iodine which helps to keep the thyroid working well. Kelp may also help with cellulite. It increases metabolism and decreases fat deposits.