Could a wheat pill ease menopause dryness? new trial seeks answers

NCT ID NCT07386249

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a daily capsule made from wheat polar lipids can reduce vaginal dryness in healthy postmenopausal women. 110 women aged 45-65 will take either the supplement or a placebo for 12 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in dryness, vaginal pH, and other menopause symptoms.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
wheat polar lipid complex (dietary supplement)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a natural, non-hormonal option to ease vaginal dryness in postmenopausal women.
What could go wrong
This is an early exploratory study with a small sample size. The supplement may not work better than placebo, and results may not apply to all women.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Center of Investigation in Clinical Nutrition (CICN)

    RECRUITING

    Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium, 1348, Belgium

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