probiotics during menopause
probiotics during menopause
Short answer: for most women, probiotics during menopause are a low-risk, potentially helpful addition—not a cure. Research, including a 2025 meta-analysis, suggests modest benefits for digestion, vaginal health, body weight, and cardiovascular markers during the menopause transition. This guide explains the gut-hormone science, which strains match which symptoms, how to choose a quality supplement, when probiotics won't help, and how they fit alongside HRT, diet, and lifestyle.