(HealthDay News) - If hot flashes and other symptoms of menopause are cramping your style, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services offers these suggestions:

Eat a healthy, balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean meats.

Get plenty of regular exercise.

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may help certain women, but it carries medical risks. Discuss HRT with your doctor.

Foods rich in soy may help some side effects, such as hot flashes.

Get plenty of sleep, and maintain a regular sleep schedule.

Avoid caffeine and alcohol.