Fatigue can be a common side effect of menopausal transition, impacting both physical and emotional well-being. Luckily, nutritional supplements may be helpful in alleviating fatigue and improving mood by supporting mitochondrial energy production.
Melatonin supplements may help alleviate sleep disturbances related to menopausal transition. Rhodiola rosea extract and soy protein with isoflavones may also provide relief.
Vitamin B6
Although all B vitamins are essential, two stand out as particularly effective menopause hormone support solutions: Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) helps your body produce serotonin – a crucial neurotransmitter with proven antidepressant effects and stress relieving properties – making an appearance in studies as one of the key players for mood and stress reduction1.1
Emu oil also plays a critical role in supporting adrenal function and managing cortisol increases that may arise during perimenopause and menopause.2
Vitamin B6 is essential to protein metabolism and producing red blood cells; any deficiency could result in anemia – when your red blood cells fail to carry oxygen throughout your body effectively.
Vitamin B6 can be found in foods such as fish, poultry, meat, nuts and seeds, eggs, whole grains and dairy products as well as supplements in tablet form (tablet, capsule or liquid) as well as the liquid form. When selecting products it’s important to carefully read through their ingredient lists in order to avoid fillers or additives which might contain harmful fillers or additives.
B vitamins can be hard on your digestive system, so for best results we suggest taking them with food or using an excellent digestive support supplement such as our Bloating SOS drink which contains digestive enzymes to ensure better nutrient absorption.
As your hormones change during perimenopause and menopause, so will your energy levels. With proper nutrition, smart supplements, and leading a healthy lifestyle you can maintain energy throughout this major life transition. We suggest adding some of these key vitamins into your diet to combat fatigue, brain fog, hot flashes, etc.
Vitamin E
Vitamin E is a fat-soluble antioxidant vitamin, used to protect cells against free radical damage that causes premature aging of skin and can contribute to diseases like cancer, Alzheimer’s, and heart disease. Furthermore, studies have also demonstrated its ability to lessen menopausal hot flashes.
Vitamin E family of vitamins are an effective treatment for hot flashes and night sweats that significantly impair quality of life in menopausal women. Natural-occurring Vitamin E contains mixed tocopherols and tocotrienols which work together to relieve symptoms such as hot flashes, menstrual pain (dysmenorrhea), sleep disruptions, bladder urgency or leakage along with other common menopausal symptoms like vaginal dryness and vulvovaginitis.
Gynecologic and Obstetric Investigation’s 2007 placebo-controlled study demonstrated that women taking 400 IU of Vitamin E daily experienced significant reductions in both frequency and severity of hot flashes, according to researchers. Their conclusions suggested that vitamin E supplementation might provide safe, cost-effective relief of vasomotor symptoms for menopausal women who cannot or do not wish to utilize hormone therapy as treatment option.
Vitamin E’s antioxidant action combats free radicals that oxidize estrogen, diminishing even low levels of naturally produced hormones and increasing their effectiveness. Furthermore, studies have demonstrated its ability to stabilize arterial blood flow and decrease inflammation associated with hot flashes.
Vitamin E also offers other advantages, including lowering the risk of dementia among elderly individuals. A large study conducted over 10 years on over 40,000 women given either daily doses of 600 IU natural or synthetic Vitamin E or placebo found that those taking the Vitamin had significantly lower odds of dementia development when compared with control groups.
