Oh YUCK! I would rather keep my hotflashes!
A friend of mine showed me that putting a little peppermint oil on the back of my neck and on my chest helps with my flashes. Keeps me fairly cool!
That is a great idea BUT some people's skin is very snsetive to peppermint oil. I have in the past made a solution of Dr. Bronner's peppermint soap and water in a spray bottle, it was used as a camping soap, it cleans as well as refreshes, spray on and wipe off with a clean dry towel.
You can do the same with peppermint oil or add a few drops to a damp washcloth, just mind your eyes, wash your hands very carefully and don't get the oil near your eyes. I can deal with peppermint oil so I put it directly on with my hands,
it also keeps the mosquitoes away. Peppermint, lavendar and tea tree oils should be a staple in the Rx. cabinet.
where do you find the flax oil?
You can get flax oil @
The Good earth Natural Foods Co. in Leonardtown or any natural foods store. Capsules are available at any pharmacy but I find the oil is better, never heat the oil or cook with it, you can however put it in oatmeal, salad dressing or smoothies.