Research

Menopausal Symptom Research

Nahas et al. Published in: Maturitas 2004
"A double blind, placebo controlled study into the effect of soy isoflavones on menopausal symptoms"
50 subjects for 12 months. ˝ groups received 60mg per day of isoflavones  (approx 1 sachet of Nutri5),  ˝ group placebo.
Results: the isoflavone group reported a significant reduction in hot flushes, 44% total absence, 80% showed an overall reduction of hot flushes.  Significant reductions in Kupperman index. The isoflavone group also showed a reduction of LDL and in increase of HDL. Side effects: minimal GI disturbance.
Conclusion: Isoflavones will significantly contribute to the reduction of menopausal symptoms.

Nahas. Pluslished in: Maturitas 2007
"A double blind, placebo controlled study into the effect of soy isoflavones on menopausal symptoms" As a follow up to the previous study.80 subjects took 100mg soy isoflavones (approx 2 sachets of Nutri5).
Conclusion: the soy isoflavones showed a favourable effect on hot flushes, thus providing a safe andeffective alternative. 

Howes et al. Published in: Maturitas 2006
"A review and meta analysis of existing studies into the effect of isoflavones for treatment of menopausal symptoms."
Conclusion: isolated soy isoflavones were associated with significant reduction in hot flushes with no significant side effects.