Hello shorty pants,
I’m going through the perimenopause/menopause au naturel, having tried HRT for several years and struggled with the side effects.
Like you, the withdrawal/side effects from the HRT went after a few weeks and I have felt really well since then. It’s been over 8 months now and still feel really well with no menopausal symptoms at all.
My phytoestrogen intake is quite high and linseeds feature daily. I buy milled flaxseed (available from all supermarkets), so I don’t frighten any dogs and can be used (sprinkled liberally) straight from the packet/bag. I also take a linseed oil supplement daily for the omega 3 because I don’t like fish.
I’ve only heard and read beneficial reports/studies etc for the use of phytoestrogens (including linseeds). Chickpeas, lentils, kidney beans, peas, garlic, celery, broccoli, potatoes, most seeds etc are all phytoestrogens as well as soya.
I’m glad you’re feeling better and hope it continues long term.
Cece