MENOPAUSE

This study tested whether a mix of three probiotics could help women going through menopause feel better day-to-day. 245 women aged 45-60 took either the probiotic or a placebo for several weeks. Researchers measured changes in quality of life and menopause symptoms using standar…

This study looked at whether a vaginal estrogen tablet could improve overactive bladder symptoms in 30 menopausal women by changing the bacteria in their urine. Participants used the tablet daily for 2 weeks, then twice a week for 10 more weeks. Researchers measured changes in La…

This study tested whether a natural brain steroid called pregnenolone could reduce depression symptoms in women going through menopause or perimenopause. 73 women aged 40-67 took either pregnenolone or a placebo for a set period. The main goal was to see if the treatment led to a…

This study tested whether the sleep drug suvorexant could reduce insomnia severity and improve metabolic health in 31 midlife women (ages 40-65) who had both insomnia and early signs of metabolic syndrome. Participants took the medication for 4 weeks, and researchers measured cha…

This study tested a health and wellness product in 500 perimenopausal women aged 40 and older. The goal was to see if it could improve stress, sleep, fatigue, and other menopause-related issues compared to a placebo. The trial is complete, and results will show whether the produc…

This study tested a new medicine called NOE-115 in 40 women aged 45-60 who have moderate to severe hot flashes due to menopause. The goal was to see if the drug is safe and can reduce hot flash symptoms over 4 weeks. Researchers tracked side effects and how many women stopped the…

This study looked at whether coloring mandalas (circular patterns) can help women ages 40-65 with menopause symptoms like hot flashes, low self-esteem, and sexual concerns. 70 women were split into two groups: one colored mandalas for 30 minutes once a week for 4 weeks, and the o…

This small study tested whether a combination of polyphenols (plant compounds) and probiotics (good bacteria) could improve menopause symptoms like hot flushes, low mood, and sleep problems. Sixteen postmenopausal women took the supplement to see if it changed their blood chemist…

This study tested whether laughter therapy can improve brain fog, psychological well-being, and sleep quality in women going through menopause. 97 women who had entered menopause naturally within the last 3 years took part. The intervention group did 8 sessions of laughter yoga o…

This study tested a thinking skills program for women and others aged 40-60 going through menopause who experience 'brain fog'—trouble with memory, focus, and word recall. 33 participants used strategies to improve daily thinking. The goal was to see if the program was practical …

This study tested a new approach: teaching sleep hygiene through an interactive game for menopausal women. 82 women with poor sleep quality played the game to learn better sleep habits. The goal was to see if this fun method could improve sleep, reduce menopause symptoms, and boo…

This study tested a new vaginal probe that uses special lights (photobiomodulation) to help postmenopausal women with vaginal atrophy that hasn't improved with other treatments. The probe aims to reduce pain and discomfort by stimulating natural tissue repair. The study included …

This study looked at whether group compassionate mind training (CMT) is a practical and helpful option for adults going through menopause. 38 women aged 40-60 took part to see if the training could reduce feelings of self-criticism and improve mood and quality of life. The goal w…

This study tested whether laughter yoga can help manage menopause symptoms and improve quality of life. 120 postmenopausal women took part. The approach involved regular laughter yoga sessions, and the researchers measured changes in symptoms and well-being using standard questio…

This small study tested whether injecting a gel-like substance (hyaluronic acid) into the vaginal area could help menopausal women with pain during sex. Twenty women received the injections and were followed for 8 weeks. The main goal was to see if the vaginal lining thickened, w…

This study looked at 60 postmenopausal women with stable coronary artery disease to see how the flavonoid quercetin (found in fruits and vegetables) and the statin atorvastatin affect estrogen levels and a protein called SIRT1. The goal was to understand possible links between di…

This study looked at how skin ages differently in sun-exposed and non-exposed areas in women at various stages of menopause. Researchers tracked 100 women's skin condition, mood, sleep, and hot flashes over 30 days. The goal was to understand how hormonal changes affect skin and …

This study looked at 136 women to see if the age they entered menopause is linked to anxiety and depression. Researchers compared women who had early menopause (before age 40) with those who had natural menopause after 40. The goal was to understand how timing of menopause affect…

This study looked at how a small pellet placed under the skin releases estrogen in 20 women going through menopause. Researchers took many blood samples over 6 months to track hormone levels. The goal was to understand the pellet's release pattern, not to treat symptoms directly.

This study looked at how a single large dose of choline (a nutrient) affects brain function in healthy postmenopausal women. 38 women aged 50-65 took either choline or a placebo, and their brain activity was measured with an MRI while they did a memory task. The goal was to under…

This study looked at whether menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) helps liver function and reduces fatty liver in postmenopausal women. 44 women were split into two groups: 22 received MHT and 22 did not. After 6 months, researchers measured liver fat, enzymes, and fibrosis risk usin…

This study looked at whether two different custom-made estrogen creams deliver similar amounts of the hormone into the blood. Eight postmenopausal women aged 45 to 65 used both creams, and researchers measured their estrogen levels. The goal was to check quality, not to treat sym…

This study looked at how a program of endurance training affects exercise ability in postmenopausal women who have trouble exercising. 43 women under 70 with unexplained shortness of breath participated. Researchers measured changes in fitness and muscle oxygen levels to understa…

This study looked at whether small doses of choline (550 mg and 1100 mg) can change brain activity in healthy postmenopausal women aged 50-65. Participants took choline or a placebo, and their brain signals were measured with fMRI during a memory task. The goal was to see if lowe…

This study looked at why some women in early menopause become irritable when their estrogen levels change. Forty healthy women aged 45-59 with moderate to severe irritability took either estrogen or a placebo for three weeks. Researchers measured their brain activity and mood to …

This study explored whether a woman's natural temperament—like being more anxious or upbeat—is linked to how severe her menopause symptoms feel. Researchers asked 105 women going through menopause to fill out two questionnaires about their mood and symptoms. The goal was simply t…