A woman in her 40s may begin to experience symptoms of perimenopause. This period, which leads up to menopause, can last several years. Irritating and uncomfortable symptoms associated with perimenopause may include unpredictable periods, hot flashes, fatigue, insomnia and mood fluctuations. These symptoms are due in large part to hormonal changes. According to SafeMenopauseSolutions.com, vitamins for a woman in her 40s should help balance estrogen (female hormone) levels, strengthen the immune system and restore depleted energy levels.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C may help reduce irritability, anxiety and mood swings for women in their 40s, according to HealthDiscovery.com. The recommended dosage is 1,000 to 2,000 mg daily.
Vitamin E
A woman often experiences night sweats and hot flashes during premenopause due to a drop in estrogen. Vitamin E may mimic the effects of a mild estrogen. A daily dose of 400 to 1,200 IU is suggested. Vitamin E is fat soluble and should be taken with food for proper absorption.
Vitamin B-5
A decline in estrogen and other hormones that generally drop when a woman is in her 40s can diminish sexual desire. Taking 250 mg of B-5 in combination with 1,000 mg of L-arginine (a semi-essential amino acid) may help offset this potential effect. L-arginine may help improve the blood flow in the arteries of the heart.
Calcium
Bone loss is a potential threat to menopausal women. A daily dose of 1,000 to 1,500 mpg of calcium can help maintain bone mass. Calcium citrate is perhaps the best supplement choice because it is easily absorbed according to Menopause A -- Z.com.
Magnesium
Magnesium may help reduce hot flashes. The recommended dosage is 500 to 750 mg per day.
Vitamin D
Vitamin D aids in the absorption of calcium. The National Institutes of Health says vitamin D may help guard against osteoporosis, high blood pressure and cancer. The daily dosage for a woman in her 40s is 200 IU.
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