Evidence supporting the use of: Marine lipid (unspecified)
For the health condition: Menopause
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2
Marine lipids, particularly those rich in omega-3 fatty acids such as EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), have been investigated for their potential to support menopausal health. The rationale is primarily based on their anti-inflammatory properties and possible benefits for cardiovascular health, mood regulation, and vasomotor symptoms (such as hot flashes). Several randomized controlled trials and meta-analyses have explored the effect of omega-3 supplementation on menopausal symptoms. While some studies report modest improvements, especially in mood and depressive symptoms, the evidence for relief of classic menopausal symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats is inconsistent and generally weak. For example, a 2018 meta-analysis published in "Climacteric" found limited and inconsistent benefits of omega-3 supplementation for vasomotor symptoms. However, there is stronger support for the cardiovascular and mood benefits of marine lipids during menopause, as this period is associated with increased risk for cardiovascular disease and mood disorders. Overall, while the use of marine lipids for menopause is grounded in scientific investigation and some biological plausibility, the strength of evidence for symptom relief is low, justifying a moderate evidence rating.
Other ingredients used for Menopause
7-hydroxymatairesinol (HMR)alfalfa
aloe vera
ashwagandha
asparagus
astragalus
black cohosh
black currant
Indian frankincense
bupleurum falcatum
burdock
calcium
chaste tree
cordyceps
damiana
DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone)
DIM (diindolylmethane)
dog rose
dong quai root
eleuthero
evening primrose oil
fenugreek
fish oil
flaxseed
genistein
genistin
hibiscus
HMR lignan
hops
knotweed
jujube
kudzu
licorice root
lignans
maca
marine lipid
melatonin
moringa
motherwort
nettle
okra
omega-3 fatty acids
ophiopogon root
pollen
pomegranate
rehmannia glutinosa
reishi mushroom
rose oil
saffron
sage
soybean
valerian root
vitamin B6
vitamin D
vitamin D3
vitamin E
seaweed
wild yam
red clover
atractylodes
smilax
rubia cordifolia
bee pollen
lingzhi
root tuber
dioscorea
royal jelly
Equol (proprietary)
anemarrhena asphodeloides
barrenwort
goji berry
amaranth
soy isoflavones
27-deoxyactein
8-Prenylnaringenin
akebia
Antler
Achyranthes
Alchemilla
Agrimonia pilosa
Agnuside
Ashoka
Anemarrhena
Atractylone
Black Seed
Banyan
Bioflavonoids
Black root
Chinese Silkvine
Cohosh
Clary sage
Cnidium
Cynomorium
Crinum latifolium
DHEA
Danshen
Daidzein
Durian
Dong Quai
Elk antler
Evening Primrose
Isoflavones
Lotus
Prickly Pear Cactus
Rose
Rhubarb
Soy Protein
Vervain
Other health conditions supported by Marine lipid (unspecified)
Alzheimer's DiseaseArthritis
Asthma
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Cardiovascular Disease
Cholesterol (high)
Circulation (poor)
Congestive Heart Failure
Depression
Diabetes
Fatty Liver Disease
Hypertension
Inflammation
Lupus
Macular Degeneration
Memory and Brain Function
Menopause
Migraine
Multiple Sclerosis
Osteoporosis
Psoriasis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Stress
Triglycerides (high)
Wounds and Sores