Summary of the article

The effect of Resveratrol on menopausal symptoms: a systematic review

From the journal Proceedings of the Nutrition Society (2022)

This article is a systematic review of research to evaluate the extent to which Resveratrol is effective in relieving menopausal symptoms.

Origin

Menopausal women often experience symptoms such as:

Hot flushes

night sweats

mood swings

Can't sleep

memory decline

body aches

Decreased bone density

Quality of life decreases

Usually the main treatment is hormone replacement (Hormone Therapy).

But many people are looking for safer alternatives, such as Nutraceuticals. or natural extracts

Resveratrol is a polyphenol in the stilbene family found in

Red grapes, mulberries and some plants

Therefore, it is being studied as a substance that helps reduce menopausal symptoms.

Method of study

Researchers search for research from main databases including:

PubMed

CINAHL

Science Direct

Sport Discuss

Web of Science

By selecting only research that

Being a postmenopausal woman

Using Resveratrol orally

Measure results regarding menopausal symptoms

Published within the last 5 years

From a total of 239 studies

Only 9 studies were selected.

Total participants were 730 people.

Study results

When compared to placebo or control group, Resveratrol was found to help significantly in

1. Brain function improves

Better memory

better perception

Cognitive function improved

2. Blood flow to the brain improves.

Cerebrovascular function improved

Helps reduce the risk of postmenopausal dementia.

3. Better bone mass

Bone mineral density increases

Helps slow down bone loss.

4. Reduce pain sensations

Reduce perception of pain

Helps reduce aches and pains that are common during menopause.

Researcher's conclusion

Taking Resveratrol Regularly

Helps increase brain function

Slow down bone loss

reduce pain

and can help relieve menopausal symptoms.

Therefore, it is considered a potential alternative for menopausal women.

Brief summary

Resveratrol stands out

✓ Brain

✓ Memory

✓ Blood goes to the brain.

✓ Bones

✓ Reduce pain

✓ Delay menopause

This article supports the idea that

Resveratrol is a very important substance for health products for women aged 40+ and menopause.