Is there a Menopause Diet Pill?

Developing and maintaining a weight-loss program can be overwhelming at any time in a woman’s life, and it can be especially difficult when faced with the symptoms associated with menopause. To help with weight-loss during that difficult time, drug companies and manufacturers of herbal supplements have developed some diet pills specifically designed to help. Some are listed below.

But, before starting any diet or exercise plan, and before taking any supplements or pills, be sure to consult with your primary healthcare provider. Your overall health, allergies, and sensitivities can make a big difference in what you should and shouldn’t do to achieve your weight-loss goals. T

• Estrin-DTM – This “menopause diet pill” contains all natural ingredients that were chosen to assist in weight-loss for women experiencing the symptoms of menopause. The primary thing to consider when taking this product is its high levels of caffeine.

• Femmerol? -- This “diet pill,” aimed at helping women with weight control despite various symptoms associated with PMS, PMDD, and menopause, appears to help with a wide variety of menopausal symptoms. It contains a patented formula of eleven different plants and herbal extracts, including black cohosh and red clover (a source of isoflavones). While no serious side-effects were reported during its testing, the manufacturer does list a warning against using it if you already take aspirin or other blood-thinning agents.

• Other Herbal Supplements – Although not specifically marketed as “diet pills,” many individual plant and herbal supplements can be useful for assisting in any weight-loss program undertaken during menopause. Two examples are black cohosh and soy isoflavones. These supplements both help reduce and eliminate a wide variety of menopausal symptoms. By doing so, they can positively affect a woman’s attitude, giving her the motivation to focus on her weight-loss goals. Few side effects have been reported with them, but controlled studies have not been conducted to verify whether any long-term side effects exist.

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