Complementary therapy can work wonders at treating menopausal symptoms and help you feel yourself again. Evening primrose oil is well documented for its beneficial effect on balancing mood swings and alleviating feelings of fatigue, anxiety, tearfulness and irritability. Passion flower helps insomnia and increases the levels of the brain chemical, serotonin, in the blood, elevating a sense of wellbeing. St John’s Wort, B vitamins and essential fatty acids also work to counteract depression and aid healthy brain function.

Aromatherapy essential oils added to a warm bath or used in a massage are ideal for lifting depression. Lavender is calming and relaxing, bergamot, camomile and rose help to reduce depression, anxiety and irritability, while sandalwood and ylang-ylang help combat insomia and reduce stress levels.