Which probiotic is good for menopause?

Written by Michael Brown - January 12, 2023

Which Probiotic is Good for Menopause?

Menopause is a natural transition for women and it can be both an exciting and daunting time. Many women experience different symptoms during this period, such as hot flashes and night sweats among other things. Luckily, there are many ways to manage these symptoms, including making dietary changes and taking supplements. One supplement that is gaining in popularity due to its ability to help with menopause symptoms has been probiotics.

Probiotics are live microorganisms that occur naturally in our gut and provide us with numerous health benefits. They can help improve digestion, boost immunity, reduce inflammation and maintain a healthy balance of bacteria in the digestive tract. In addition, probiotics have been found to help reduce some of the common menopausal discomforts such as mood swings, irritability, joint pain and hot flashes.

Benefits of Taking a Probiotic During Menopause

Taking a probiotic during menopause may offer a number of benefits such as:

• Improved Digestion: Probiotics can help restore the natural balance of beneficial bacteria in your gut which helps improve digestion and nutrient absorption. This can help reduce bloating and constipation often experienced during this time period.
• Reduced Inflammation: Probiotics contain beneficial bacteria that can help reduce systemic inflammation throughout the body which can be helpful in reducing joint pain or other discomfort associated with menopause.
• Regulated Hormone Balance: Probiotics have been known to regulate hormones by reducing cortisol levels while simultaneously boosting serotonin levels thus helping regulate mood swings resulting from hormonal imbalance during menopause.*

What Type of Probiotic is Best?

When choosing the right probiotic, it’s important to look out for the following features:

• The ‘CFU count’ should be high – CFUs are colony forming units which indicate how many active bacterial cells are present in each dose/capsule; so make sure you choose one with at least 25 billion CFUs per dose/capsule for optimal effectiveness
• The blend should prioritize Lactobacillus species; this genus is widely studied for its ability to survive in acidic environments like your stomach acid allowing them reach your intestines intact where their effects are most desired; always look for at least two different Lactobacilli species (i.e., Acidophilus & Bulgaricus)
• Look out too for Saccharomyces Boulardii – this particular strain has been clinically shown to prevent & treat yeast infections by promoting healthy balances within our digestive tracts! It also helps fight inflammation caused by hormone imbalances during menopause

Here at Hormone Treatment Center we take great care to ensure we select only the highest quality probiotics that meet all these criteria ensuring maximum relief from bothersome menopausal symptoms! Contact us today if we can be of any help whatsoever!

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