Q. I have used Pycnogenol for almost two years. I tried it for horrible hot flashes and night sweats. I read that most women get results taking 200 mg, so I started with that dose. It did stop those symptoms,... (Read More)
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Q. What is a safe home remedy for severe night sweats and hot flashes? I am burning up and sleepless. A. There are enough alternatives that you should be able to tailor something that will work for you. The first... (Read More)
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Q. I read about Pycnogenol for hot flashes and tried it. It worked within only a few days! The main side effect was constipation. I was quite pleased until I asked my GYN about it. I told her I thought... (Read More)
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