Add popular sauce to diet to see ‘significant’ weight loss results

Menopause weight loss: Add popular sauce to diet to see ‘significant’ results (Image: Getty)Psychologist and resident expert for sleep technology firm Simba Hope Bastine shared the best ways women can ease night sweats as well as soothe other symptoms such as weight gain, and it is all about “the quality of your slumber” during menopause, the expert said.Hope revealed that Maca, a vegetable related to broccoli, cauliflower and kale, is very effective in alleviating hot flushes as well as other menopause symptoms.The plant stimulates balanced levels of hormones and can be purchased online or in specialist health food stores in powder form, which can be used in smoothies or hot drinks, ideally before bed.SoyAdding soy to the diet has been found to be beneficial for menopausal women. Soy is found in foods such as tofu, tempeh, edamame, miso and soy milk and contains isoflavone compounds – that have oestrogen-like properties.”Researchers analysing 19 studies, identified that soy isoflavone supplements reduced the severity of hot flushes by around 26 percent, in contrast to a placebo,” Hope said.A recent study from the University of Illinois revealed soy components can greatly help manage weight gain and that “when soy consumption goes up, weight goes down”.READ MORE: ‘No potatoes’ The royal with the strictest diet – and it isn’t Kate Maca root is very effective in alleviating hot flushes. (Image: Getty) Simply adding delicious foods such as tofu, soy milk, miso soup or soy sauce can help lose weight. (Image: Getty)Experts at Foodnavigator added soy-based protein can support “significant” weight loss.Simply adding delicious foods such as tofu, soy milk, miso soup or soy sauce can help lose menopausal weight.Red clover teaRed clover can also help reduce hot flushes and night sweats and prevent menopausal weight gain. It can be purchased in the form of supplements or teas.ChasteberryChasteberry is another spice that can significantly reduce menopause symptoms and prevent weight gain and it’s particularly effective against hot flushes.The superfood can be especially helpful for those in the ‘perimenopausal phase’ – the period of time leading up to menopause.DON’T MISSKate and William’s life without ‘amazing’ nanny in Windsor [KATE MIDDLETON]Keep ‘bags with water’ in the freezer to save hundreds [HACK]Kate may have to ditch item of clothing as not ‘appropriate’ for Queen [PRINCESS OF WALES] Hope explained ensuring the right sleep conditions is essential to avoid menopause symptoms. (Image: Getty)Meditative techniques are also great for regulating body temperature, improving one’s wellbeing, and staying in shape.Practising a simple breathing technique that women can do anywhere, designed to cool the body, can help them greatly.Hope explained: “Start by popping your tongue out, then curl the sides of it in. Think of it like your tongue becoming a straw to drink in the air. Take a slow deep breath in for five seconds, taking time to feel the cool air refresh your throat and fill your lungs. Draw the tongue back in. Hold for a second, then exhale through your nose. Start the process again, and repeat for 10.”Similarly, affirmations can help and standing firm in the knowledge that “This too will pass” has a way of helping us cope with life’s adversities. “The good news is that once we come out the other side of the change period, slow wave sleep improves,” Hope said.Women are advised to talk to their doctor before taking any natural supplements or superfoods.