I am 49 years old and my last period was back in December. I find that recently my stomach seems to be bloating a lot. My doctor had a CAT scan and an ultrasound done, but everything came back clear. Could this be related to the menopause?

Bloating is very common in the menopause and can be caused by several factors.

Lowering levels of oestrogen can affect the digestion itself, causing bloating. Lowering oestrogen can also have an effect on carb metabolism, making it more difficult to digest carbohydrates and this can often lead to bloating.

I would suggest Molkosan Vitality as this is traditionally used for bloating. Try to avoid white bread, pasta, cakes, biscuits, and also white rice - you may notice a difference very quickly doing this!

However, it is also important to check with your doctor if the bloating has been going on for more than a couple of weeks.

Eileen Durward