2023-11-18 17:02:16
Title: Vegan Diet Linked to Relief of Menopausal Symptoms in New Study
A new study has revealed that a vegan diet rich in vegetables, fruit, grains, and beans may significantly reduce the number and intensity of hot flashes in menopausal women. The study, conducted in America, found that women who followed a soy diet with a low-fat percentage experienced almost complete relief from menopausal complaints such as night sweats and hot flashes within twelve weeks.
Lead researcher Hana Kahleova explained that menopausal women who want to alleviate their hot flashes should ensure that their gastrointestinal tract has the necessary substances available. The study followed 84 women going through menopause, with half of the group being given a low-fat vegan diet every day for twelve weeks, including half a cup of cooked soy beans. The other half did not change their diet.
Not only did the women on the vegan diet experience significant relief from hot flashes, but they also lost almost 3 kilos and enjoyed additional health benefits. The study found that the vegan diet had a positive effect on the heart and blood vessels and helped prevent diabetes. The researchers also noted major changes in the concentrations of different bacterial strains in the women’s intestinal microbiome as a result of the diet.
The study is the first to link a decrease in certain bacterial species to a decrease in severe hot flashes. A reduction in the concentration of specific bacteria was also associated with a decrease in the total number of severe hot flashes, both during the day and at night.
While the findings are promising, researchers stressed the need for more research to confirm the results. In the meantime, women experiencing menopausal symptoms may want to consider trying a vegan diet as a possible way to alleviate their symptoms.
The study offers hope for menopausal women searching for natural remedies to manage their symptoms and improve their overall health.]
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