Mariza Snyder - The Essential Oils Menopause Solution: Alleviate Your Symptoms and Reclaim Your Energy, Sleep, Sex Drive, and Metabolism

Chapter 12

When she was about fifty-seven, Lydia read The Essential Oil Hormone Solution and got in touch with me to see if I had any specific recommendations for her vaginal dryness and low libido. She had already been diagnosed with vaginal atrophy and had been given a natural estradiol cream (Estrace), but she was interested in what else she could do to support her sex life with her partner. I rarely engage in sex anymore because its so painful and irritating. The pain immediately turns me off and I want to just read a book, or watch a movie. No surprise that its having an impact on my relationship. Weve been together a very long time, so hes understanding, but I can see hes frustrated and I feel so bad about that. Besides the local estrogen, I dont know what to do. I need to know that this isnt the end for me. I also dont want to be on estrogen forever at my age, even if its applied topically.

Lydia presented with a classic case of low estrogen due to being in menopause for more than five years.

My recommendations were as follow:

• Five daily supplements: a multivitamin, 200 IU vitamin E, 2 capsules Essentially Whole Hormone Balance supplement, 400 mg magnesium glycinate, and 2,000 mg omega-3 fatty acids to support hormones, energy, vaginal health, and cellular longevity.

• Drink ginseng tea, or take 35 grams red ginseng daily.

• Add a green smoothie to breakfast or lunch with 69 grams of maca.

• Use a natural lubricant with essential oils () for less friction during sex.

• Apply the Sexual Energy Rollerball Blend () to boost libido and sensual emotions.

• Self-care rituals: unlimited intimacy by hugging, kissing, and bedtime conversation, a Nighttime Ritual with a relaxing bath and diffusing essential oils to help get in the mood for intimacy. Set the mood with music, diffuse the Deep Connection Diffuser Blend (), and participate in a couples massage.

Within six weeks, Lydia wrote back to me with good news: The estrogen cream is definitely working for me. I have noticed a boost in my libido overall. I think the magnesium, vitamin E, and Hormone Balance are helping with other menopausal symptoms, too, including low energy and hot flashes. All of a sudden my hot flashes and night sweats have stopped after I started taking the supplements. Ill take my wins any way I can get them. I have really enjoyed the natural lubricant over a store-bought brand. The biggest shift for me is with the rituals. I felt so closed off, but now I am making a big effort to spend time and create intimate moments and I am really enjoying them. It doesnt always lead to sex and I am okay with that. I love the connection and conversations. The oils smell amazing and they add an extra element that I really enjoy. I plan on continuing to use them and the supplements. I am hoping to come off of the estrogen cream soon.