Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2

Vitamin D is commonly recommended for women during menopause, primarily due to its established role in bone health. During menopause, declining estrogen levels accelerate bone loss, increasing the risk of osteoporosis and fractures. Scientific evidence supports the use of vitamin D (in the forms of D2 or D3) for maintaining bone mineral density and reducing fracture risk, especially when combined with adequate calcium intake. Several clinical guidelines, such as those from the North American Menopause Society, suggest vitamin D supplementation for postmenopausal women at risk of deficiency or osteoporosis.

However, while the prevention of osteoporosis is well-supported, the evidence for vitamin D alleviating other menopausal symptoms (such as hot flashes, mood changes, or sleep disturbances) is weak or lacking. Randomized controlled trials have not consistently demonstrated benefits of vitamin D supplementation for these non-skeletal symptoms. Thus, the scientific rationale for using vitamin D in menopause is largely limited to bone health. The evidence rating is 2 because while there is clear benefit for bone health, there is insufficient or inconsistent evidence for broader menopausal symptom relief.

In summary, vitamin D is scientifically validated for supporting bone health during menopause, but claims regarding its efficacy for other menopausal symptoms are not well supported by current evidence.

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