Flaxseed contains phytoestrogens which could potentially affect the symptoms of menopause, because they can bind to estrogen receptors and have a similar, although less potent, effect to estrogen. However, the research is not conclusive on this yet. Although none of the studies reported adverse effects as a result of flaxseed, the effectiveness of the supplement remains unclear. Some studies have found that flaxseed supplementation could decrease vasomotor symptoms of menopause (e.g., hot flashes, night sweats),[1][2][3] but others have concluded that it had no effect or an effect too small to be of clinical significance.[4][5]
Can flaxseed improve the symptoms of menopause?
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•Last Updated: October 13, 2024