Can an ancient herb ease menopause symptoms? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT07441109
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether a daily capsule of shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) root extract can help women aged 40-45 with perimenopause symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep trouble. Sixty women will take either the extract or a placebo for 12 weeks. Researchers will track changes in symptom severity and quality of life using standard questionnaires.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) root extract
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a natural option to reduce common perimenopause symptoms like hot flashes and sleep problems.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 women, so results may not apply to everyone. The supplement may not work better than a placebo.
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San Francisco Research Institute
San Francisco, California, 94132, United States
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