Menopause symptoms: Avoid three popular treats if you have night sweats

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READ MORE: Supplements warning: Four supplements that may cause 'potentially fatal' heart arrhythmiasDo keep an eye on potential triggers that are unique to you, as the menopause can affect women differently.

The NHS pointed out that hormone replacement therapy (HRT) could be effective at easing night sweats. "HRT is a safe and effective treatment for most going through menopause and peri-menopause," the health body noted. "Your GP will discuss any risks with you. "The difference between the peri-menopause and the menopause"Peri-menopause is the time from the start of menopausal symptoms until after a woman has experienced her last period," the NHS explained. DON'T MISSLady Louise Windsor health: Royal's battle with 'profound' eye issue - symptoms [CELEBRITY]James Caan health: Star on depression after loss - 'In a hallway and you can't get out' [MENTAL HEALTH]Dementia: Two childhood factors that can lead to cognitive decline in midlife [STUDY] © Express Tips to help you sleep better at night The menopause, on the other hand, is when a woman stops having periods for 12 consecutive months. "Periods will usually start to become less frequent over a few months or years before they stop altogether," the health body continued. When does the menopause take place?Peri-menopause and the menopause are a natural part of a woman's life, usually occurring between the ages of 45 to 55 years of age.

In the UK, the average age for a woman to reach menopause is 51, although it can be earlier or later than this. Menopause symptomsThis natural transition in women occurs when the ovaries produce less of the hormone oestrogen.