August 4, 2026 · Menopause (New York, N.Y.) · DOI: 10.1097/GME.0000000000002871

Efficacy of a probiotic formula in the management of menopausal symptoms and quality of life: a randomized controlled trial

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The authors aimed to determine whether a specific probiotic formula could improve menopausal symptoms and quality of life in women experiencing menopause. In a randomized controlled trial, they found that the probiotic group showed significant reductions in menopausal symptoms and improvements in quality of life compared to the placebo group, although the overall Cervantes Quality of Life score did not differ significantly between groups. The study suggests potential benefits of probiotics in managing menopausal symptoms, warranting further investigation into their mechanisms of action.

María Rodríguez-Palmero, Claudia Prat, Xavier Molina, Francesc Miras, Pol Huedo, Marta Perez, Jordi Espadaler-Mazo, Santiago Palacios, Silvia P González

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