Compare Menopause Relief methods
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| Method |  Weight LossLosing excess weight through diet and exercise may reduce hot flashes, especially for women earlier in the menopause transition. | Second Method Select a method using "+ Add method" above |
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| Efficacy | Recommended (limited evidence) see details Recommended with limited evidence by the Menopause Society. | — |
| Cost | $0–$100 /monthly Insurance: Usually | — |
| Duration | Ongoing lifestyle change | — |
| Reversibility | Reversible | — |
| STI Protection | No | — |
| How it works | Excess body fat may contribute to vasomotor symptoms by altering thermoregulation and hormone metabolism. Losing weight through behavioral changes (diet and exercise) may reduce the frequency and severity of hot flashes, particularly for women who are overweight or obese and earlier in the menopause transition. | — |
| Prescription | OTC Therapist-delivered (no Rx) | — |
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