Q: Are there any herbal supplements that can help with menopause?
A: Yes, some well-researched herbal options are Estrovera, MenoChill, and Menopause Relief.
Estrovera (by Metagenics) is made from a special rhubarb root extract (ERr 731). Clinical trials show it can significantly reduce hot flashes, night sweats, mood changes, and sleep problems-often within 4 to 12 weeks. It works differently from hormone therapy, acting gently on estrogen receptors, and is generally well tolerated.
MenoChill (by Canprev) and Menopause Relief (by Purica) combine three traditional Korean and Chinese herbs. Studies from several countries have found it helps ease a broad range of menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes, fatigue, mood swings, and vaginal dryness, with improvements often noticeable in six to twelve weeks. It is non-hormonal and has shown a good safety record in trials.
