Does Amberen really work for menopause? - Vitality Hormone Center

Amberen is a dietary supplement marketed to women going through menopause. The key active ingredients in Amberen are ammonium succinate, calcium disodium EDTA, glycine, lemon bioflavonoids, magnesium, methylsulfonylmethane, monosodium L-glutamate, potassium, sodium, succinic acid, and vitamin E. Studies on Amberen

• A 2011 study published in Menopause journal looked at effects of Amberen on menopausal symptoms. The randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study had 100 women take either Amberen or placebo for 12 weeks. The study found:
  • Amberen group had significantly greater relief of hot flashes, night sweats, irritability, anxiety, depression, concentration problems, fatigue, sleeping issues compared to placebo.
  • Amberen was well-tolerated with mild side effects.
• A 2013 study had 50 menopausal women take Amberen or placebo for 3 months. Amberen group had greater relief from symptoms including hot flashes, headaches, heart palpitations, chest pains, anxiety, irritability, depression. Amberen was safe and effective.

So research indicates Amberen can provide relief from both physical and psychological symptoms women commonly experience during menopause. The ammonium succinate seems to be the key ingredient behind its efficacy. How Amberen Works Here's how experts think Amberen provides menopausal symptom relief:

• It helps stabilize cell membranes - keeping cell walls flexible and healthy. This affects how cells communicate and function.
• It may balance hormone levels - such as decreasing follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and increasing depleted estrogen levels.
• Its magnesium, vitamin E and lemon bioflavonoids have antioxidant effects - helping ease oxidative damage that accelerates aging.

Benefits of Amberen

• Non-hormonal - so lower risk profile than traditional hormone replacement therapy
• Relieves hot flashes, night sweats
• Lessens irritability, anxiety, depression
• Improves concentration, memory, fatigue
• Safe, well-tolerated in studies

However, some drawbacks are:

• Not FDA-approved for specific medical uses
• Minimal evidence so far (but promising)
• Effects can take weeks to notice
• Can be costly for long-term use

Other Menopause Supplements While many supplements claim to treat menopausal symptoms, only a few like Amberen have multiple published studies backing them up. These include:

• Black cohosh - relieves hot flashes
• Phytoestrogens like soy, red clover - mimic estrogen
• Probiotics - ease vaginal dryness, urinary symptoms
• Flaxseed - improves mood
• Adaptogens like Maca, Ashwagandha - lessen anxiety, stress

So while Amberen seems quite effective based on studies so far, combining it with some of these other natural supplements may enhance benefits further. Always talk to your healthcare provider before taking new supplements. Hormone Experts If you’re struggling with troublesome menopausal symptoms, consider making an appointment with Vitality Hormone Center. Their hormone health experts can meet with you to:

• Run blood tests to assess your hormone levels
• Discuss the pros and cons of Amberen, prescription medications, and other relief options
• Determine an individualized treatment plan for your situation

Visit () today to learn more and book your hormone consultation. With an integrative approach, their experts can help guide you to better wellness during this transition into menopause.