A new study published in the Journal of Clinical Medicine, found improvements in self-reported measurements of menstrual pain with a blend of Boswellia and Turmeric Extract. 60 women with painful menstruation unrelated to any uterine pathology (primary dysmenorrhea), participated in this randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind study. All the women who took part in this trial experienced…
An analysis published in the International Journal of Cancer found women who supplemented with a supplement containing Isoflavones, including Soy, Red Clover, Garlic and Evening Primrose Oil for at least five years, saw a 25% reduced risk of developing breast cancer. These finding were only seen in post-menopausal women. Researchers reviewed data from over 3,100…
A new study suggests that Vitamin E may be a potential new treatment for chronic insomnia disorder often seen in postmenopausal women helping to improve sleep quality and reduce sedative drug use. 160 postmenopausal women with chronic insomnia disorder participated in this double-blinded, randomized, placebo-control trial. The participants were given either a 400 IU mixed…
According to a new meta-analysis and systematic review published in the journal Scientific Vitamin E supplementation may affect PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) patient’s hormonal and metabolic parameters in a positive way. PCOS is a common disease of the endocrine gland and occurs in women of reproductive age. PCOS is associated with certain metabolic disorders like…
According to scientists in the US, a diet which includes Iron, Folic Acid and Vitamin Supplementation during pregnancy may reduce birth complications. Almost 100,000 women were surveyed to find adverse birth outcomes experienced during pregnancy in this six year study. The participants were asked to follow four routine supplementation strategies before week 24 in their…
According to a new study, a combination of 4 herbals extracts, Soy Isolflavones, Black Cohosh, Chasteberry and Evening Primrose Oil, may significantly reduce sweating and hot flashes as well as enhance mood and improve sleep. Over 100 post menopausal women between the ages of 45 and 60 participated in this randomized controlled trial. The participants…
A new clinical study examining Resveratrol supplementation and its ability to support Healthy Aging in Women was just released showing the benefits this phyto-nutrient has on cognition, cerebrovascular function and cardiometabolic markers in postmenopausal women. 125 postmenopausal women, participated in this 24 month randomized, placebo-controlled crossover trial. Participants between the ages of 45 – 85…
A new study finds daily supplementation with Milk Thistle may support decreased severity and reduced frequency of hot flashes for menopausal women. 80 menopausal women participated in this randomized, double-blind placebo-controlled study. The women were split equally into two groups; one group received a 400 mg Milk Thistle Extract supplement while the 2nd group received…
According to a new study done in India, a standardized extract of Fenugreek may support balancing hormones and improvements in vasomotor effects as well as leg pain in postmenopausal women. 48 post menopausal women with the average age of 54 participated in this 6 week study. Each participant was randomly assigned to receive 500 mg…
Researchers finding the herb Black Cohosh, may reduce hot flashes by acting on body temperature regulation, as opposed to acting like oestrogen, increases the likelihood that Black Cohosh is a safe alternative to Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). In the past it was believed that Black Cohosh worked by targeting receptors for oestrogen. This new study…