Naturopathic and Functional Medicine Doctor in Pleasant Hill, CA

Menopause Care

Functional & Naturopathic Medicine for Midlife Hormonal Health

Pleasant Hill, CA | Virtual Care Available Throughout California

At Salus Natural Medicine, we provide comprehensive menopause care for women seeking thoughtful, evidence-informed support during and after the menopausal transition.
Led by Dr. Jenny Root, ND, our practice integrates naturopathic and functional medicine to address both symptom relief and long-term health protection during menopause.
We serve women in Pleasant Hill, Walnut Creek, and throughout California via in-person and virtual care.

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What Is Menopause?

Menopause is defined as 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period, marking the end of ovarian estrogen and progesterone production.
However, menopause is not just a reproductive milestone — it is a systemic physiological shift that affects:
  • Brain and cognitive health
  • Sleep and mood
  • Metabolism and insulin sensitivity
  • Cardiovascular health
  • Bone density
  • Immune regulation

Common Symptoms of Menopause

Menopause symptoms vary but may include:
  • Hot flashes and night sweats
  • Sleep disruption
  • Mood changes or reduced stress resilience
  • Vaginal dryness or discomfort
  • Decreased libido
  • Joint pain or stiffness
  • Weight gain or metabolic slowing
  • Changes in cholesterol or blood sugar
Menopause care should address both current symptoms and future health risks.
Mood changes are a common symptom of menopause

Why Menopause Is Often Undertreated

Women are frequently told:
  • “It’s just menopause”
  • “Hormones are dangerous”
  • “You’ll adjust eventually”
In reality:
  • Menopause impacts long-term cardiovascular and bone health
  • Hormonal shifts affect nearly every system
  • Individualized care matters
  • Non-hormonal and hormonal options both have a role
At Salus Natural Medicine, menopause care is personalized and evidence-informed — not dismissive or one-size-fits-all.

Our Functional & Naturopathic Approach to Menopause

1. Comprehensive Endocrine Evaluation

We assess:
  • Estrogen, progesterone, and androgen balance
  • Thyroid function
  • Cortisol and stress physiology
  • Metabolic health
  • Bone and cardiovascular risk markers
Menopause can accelerate bone loss and increase risk of osteoporosis

2. Symptom Relief + Long-Term Health Strategy

Care may include:
  • Nutritional and metabolic support
  • Botanical medicine
  • Lifestyle and sleep optimization
  • Bone health support
  • Cardiovascular risk reduction

3. Thoughtful Hormone Therapy (When Appropriate)

Bioidentical hormone therapy may be considered when:
  • Symptoms significantly affect quality of life
  • Benefits outweigh risks
  • Therapy is individualized and monitored
Hormones are tools — not requirements.
A healthy & active lifestyle is part of an effective Menopause care plan

In-Person & Virtual Menopause Care

In-Person Appointments

Pleasant Hill, CA

Virtual Consultations

Available throughout California

Virtual care allows consistent, supportive follow-up without added stress.

Is Menopause Care Right for You?

You may benefit from menopause care if:
  • Symptoms are impacting sleep, mood, or daily function
  • You want proactive cardiovascular or bone health support
  • You’re curious about BHRT but want guidance
  • You want integrative, root-cause care

Frequently Asked Questions

Do all women need hormone therapy?
No. Hormone therapy is one option among many.
No. Support can be helpful at any stage post-menopause.
Yes — available throughout California.

Support Your Health Beyond Menopause

If anxiety or depression is affecting your quality of life, your body may be asking for physiological support — not more willpower.

Serving Pleasant Hill, Walnut Creek, and Women Across California