Menopause marks a significant phase in a woman’s life, characterized by the end of menstrual cycles and a series of physical and emotional changes that can affect her daily life. Understanding and supporting this natural shift is key to maintaining well-being.

These changes are primarily driven by fluctuations in hormone levels, particularly estrogen, which can lead to symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings and sleep disturbances. However, embracing this natural transition can be made smoother. We’re going to tell you how!

A Familiar Story…

Linda, a 52-year-old project manager, has recently entered menopause. Her days are interrupted by hot flashes, her nights by sweat-soaked sleep, and her emotions fluctuate unexpectedly. Like many, Linda feels unprepared for the intensity of this transition.

Understanding Menopause and Its Symptoms

“Most women had limited knowledge and negative attitudes towards the menopause, leaving them unprepared to cope with the physical and psychological changes associated with this stage of life.”¹

This transition typically begins between the ages of 45 and 55 but can start earlier or later. The average age for Canadian women is 50.1 years old.²

It is a natural biological process, not a medical illness, but it can cause significant discomfort in someone’s day-to-day life. The overmedicalization of a natural process also encourages a negative dialogue about a transition period that millions experience every year!^1,3The most common symptoms include:

• Hot Flashes and Night Sweats: Sudden waves of heat that can cause sweating and discomfort, whether during the day or night.
• Mood Swings and Irritability: Emotional cycles that are taxing and possibly strain personal relationships.
• Sleep Issues: Difficulty sleeping due to night sweats or increased anxiety.
• Vaginal Dryness: Decreased estrogen levels can lead to dryness, which can cause discomfort and even bleeding during and after sexual activity.

Natural solutions for menopause from A.Vogel

A.Vogel has crafted two standout supplements, MenoForce and MenoSupport Complex to assist women in managing all of the wild symptoms, naturally and effectively.

Sage-Based Support for Menopause

MenoForce harnesses the therapeutic benefits of freshly harvested sage, a herb that is well-known in traditional remedies for its health benefits, particularly in women experiencing hot flashes.

Clinically Proven: MenoForce has undergone three separate clinical trials, revealing its significant impact on reducing the frequency and intensity of hot flashes and night sweats. One study showed a 50% reduction in hot flash frequency in just four weeks, escalating to 64% by the eighth week.⁴ The intensity of hot flashes also decreased dramatically, with severe episodes reduced by up to 79%, and the most intense by 100%. Furthermore, a follow-up randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study echoed these findings, showing a 39.2% improvement in overall menopause symptoms as per the Menopause Rating Scale, and a significant 55.3% improvement in hot flash severity within just one month. These numbers reflect tangible changes, where participants felt a profound impact on their quality of life, underscoring the potential of MenoForce as a reliable aid during menopause.5

Simple and Safe: This sage-based supplement requires only a single daily tablet. It is crafted from organic, non-GMO sage, bringing you high quality and safety without synthetic additives.

Daily Support Complex

MenoSupport Complex 40+: This product is formulated with soy isoflavones, magnesium and hibiscus.

• Soy isoflavones act like estrogen in the body, helping to stabilize hormonal fluctuations that occur during menopause.⁶
• Magnesium aids in improving sleep, quality and reducing irritability,⁷
• Hibiscus is known for its cardioprotective effects.⁸ This is especially important considering women’s risk of cardiovascular disease and events increase in the first few years of menopause.⁹
  

Consult your Healthcare Provider: always consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new supplement regime, especially important during menopause, and if you were taking other medication’s or have underlying health conditions.

For best results, combine these supplements with lifestyle changes such as:

• Regular physical activity
• Balanced nutrition rich in phytoestrogens and magnesium
• Stress reduction and hydration

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Our Commitment to Women’s Health

A.Vogel’s dedication to supporting women extends beyond just providing natural remedies. The brand offers extensive educational resources on menopause and related health topics, empowering women to make informed decisions about their health. This commitment to education and high-quality, natural products ensures that women can approach menopause with confidence and support.

References

1. Tariq, Bisma, et al. "Women’s knowledge and attitudes to the menopause: a comparison of women over 40 who were in the perimenopause, post menopause and those not in the peri or post menopause." BMC Women's Health1 (2023): 460.
2. Wood Alexander, Madeline, et al. "Associations Between Age at Menopause, Vascular Risk, and 3-Year Cognitive Change in the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging." Neurology9 (2024): e209298.
3. Aljumah, Rawan, Samantha Phillips, and Joyce C. Harper. "An online survey of postmenopausal women to determine their attitudes and knowledge of the menopause." Post Reproductive Health2 (2023): 67-84.
4. Bommer, S. A. G. E., P. Klein, and A. Suter. "First time proof of sage’s tolerability and efficacy in menopausal women with hot flushes." Advances in Therapy28 (2011): 490-500.
5. Wilfried, Dimpfel, Chiegoua Dipah Gwladys Nina, and Bommer Silvia. "Effectiveness of Menosan® Salvia officinalis in the treatment of a wide spectrum of menopausal complaints. A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled, clinical trial." Heliyon2 (2021).
6. Chen, Li-Ru, Nai-Yu Ko, and Kuo-Hu Chen. "Isoflavone supplements for menopausal women: a systematic review." Nutrients11 (2019): 2649.
   Riaz, Ghazala, and Rajni Chopra. "A review on phytochemistry and therapeutic uses of Hibiscus sabdariffa L." Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy102 (2018): 575-586. Al
7. Alawi, Abdullah M., Sandawana William Majoni, and Henrik Falhammar. "Magnesium and human health: perspectives and research directions." International Journal of Endocrinology2018 (2018).
8. Prabakaran, Sindhu, Arielle Schwartz, and Gina Lundberg. "Cardiovascular risk in menopausal women and our evolving understanding of menopausal hormone therapy: risks, benefits, and current guidelines for use." Therapeutic Advances in Endocrinology and Metabolism12 (2021): 20420188211013917.