Menopause Support

Nutritional support through menopause with sage, alfalfa and green tea extract

A targeted herbal formula combining four active botanicals selected for their relevance to menopause symptom management. Each capsule provides 125mg alfalfa, a natural source of phytoestrogens (plant compounds that bind weakly to oestrogen receptors and may help buffer the effects of declining oestrogen levels). Sage at 62.5mg per capsule is included because it is among the most studied herbs in the context of hot flushes and night sweats.

Green tea extract at 50mg (standardised to 45% EGCG) provides antioxidant support and supports metabolic health during a period when cardiovascular risk and metabolic changes accelerate. Marine pine bark at 25mg (95% OPC) contributes potent proanthocyanidin antioxidants that support vascular health, skin elasticity and may help with the joint discomfort that some women experience during menopause. The vegetarian capsule shell makes this suitable for most dietary requirements.

Key benefits:

• Supports comfort through hot flushes and night sweats
• Smoother transition through perimenopause
• Better sleep and emotional balance

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Alfalfa Powder, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (capsule), Sage Powder, Green Tea Extract, Marine Pine Bark.

Directions for use:

Take 2 capsules twice per day with meals.

The four capsule daily dose provides 500mg alfalfa, 250mg sage, 200mg green tea extract and 100mg marine pine bark. Splitting the dose between breakfast and dinner maintains more consistent levels throughout the day and provides coverage for both daytime hot flushes and night sweats.

This product can be used as a standalone formula or as part of the broader Menopause Support bundle (which adds chromium, magnesium and theanine). Allow 4 to 6 weeks to assess the effect on hot flush frequency and intensity, as the phytoestrogenic and hormonal balancing effects build gradually.

Regulate blood sugar and reduce cravings with chromium picolinate

Chromium is a trace mineral that plays a key role in how the body responds to insulin. It helps insulin work more efficiently, which supports stable blood sugar levels and reduces the sharp spikes and crashes that drive cravings, energy dips and afternoon fatigue.

Each capsule provides 200mcg of chromium in the picolinate form. Picolinate is the most commonly studied form of chromium for blood sugar support, with research showing it can help reduce carbohydrate cravings and improve insulin sensitivity in people with blood sugar instability.

Chromium is most useful for people who experience strong carb or sugar cravings, energy crashes between meals, or who have been identified as having raised insulin levels or early insulin resistance. It is not a replacement for dietary changes, but it can make those changes significantly easier to sustain by reducing the physiological cravings that undermine them.

At the recommended dose of 1 to 2 capsules per day (200 to 400mcg), effects on cravings and blood sugar stability are typically noticed within 2 to 4 weeks. Chromium is well tolerated at these doses and can be taken on an ongoing basis.

Key benefits:

• Steadier blood sugar after meals
• Fewer cravings and appetite swings
• Better insulin sensitivity and balance

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Cellulose, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (capsule), Chromium Picolinate.

Directions for use:

Take 1 capsule twice per day with meals.

Taking chromium with food supports its role in the insulin response to that meal. It is most effective when taken at breakfast and lunch, or at the two meals where you tend to eat the most carbohydrates.

If you have been diagnosed with raised insulin levels or blood sugar issues, your healthcare practitioner may recommend 1 to 2 capsules with every meal. This higher dose should be guided by a practitioner and monitored alongside blood glucose markers.

Chromium is safe for long term use at standard doses. It does not cause hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar) in people with normal glucose metabolism.

Improve sleep, ease muscle tension and reduce stress with highly absorbable magnesium

Magnesium is involved in over 300 enzymatic reactions in the body, supporting muscle function, nervous system health, energy production and sleep. Despite its importance, most people in the UK do not get enough magnesium from their diet alone.

This supplement uses a blend of magnesium bisglycinate and magnesium oxide. The bisglycinate form is magnesium chelated to the amino acid glycine, which improves absorption and has a calming effect on the brain. Glycine itself supports sleep quality and relaxation. The oxide component increases the total elemental magnesium per capsule, giving you 133mg of magnesium in each one.

Bisglycinate is one of the best tolerated forms of magnesium. Unlike magnesium citrate, which can loosen the bowels at higher doses, bisglycinate is gentle on the stomach and suitable for long term daily use.

This form is particularly well suited for anyone experiencing stress, poor sleep, muscle tension or cramps. It pairs well with vitamin B6 and vitamin D, both of which support magnesium absorption and utilisation. Most people notice improvements in sleep quality and muscle tension within 1 to 2 weeks, with broader benefits for mood and stress resilience developing over 4 to 8 weeks.

Key benefits:

• Deeper sleep and faster relaxation
• Eases tension cramps and restless legs
• Calms stress and steadies the mind

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Magnesium Bisglycinate/Oxide, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (capsule)

Directions for use:

Take 1 capsule with breakfast and 2 capsules with dinner.

This provides 399mg of elemental magnesium daily, which is within the beneficial range recommended by nutritional therapists for stress, sleep and muscle support.

Splitting the dose across two meals improves absorption and reduces the chance of any digestive sensitivity. The larger evening dose supports the calming and sleep promoting effects of the glycinate form.

If sleep is a particular concern, an additional 2 capsules can be taken 30 minutes before bed. This increases the total daily magnesium to 665mg, which is appropriate for short term use when sleep quality needs additional support.

Magnesium levels build gradually in the body. For best results, maintain consistent daily use over at least 4 to 8 weeks.

Achieve calm focus without drowsiness with pure L theanine

L-Theanine is an amino acid found almost exclusively in tea leaves. It promotes a state of relaxed alertness without causing drowsiness, making it useful both during the day for focus and in the evening for winding down.

Theanine works by supporting GABA activity in the brain and promoting alpha brain wave patterns, the same patterns associated with meditation and calm focus. Unlike sedatives, it does not impair concentration or cause grogginess. This makes it particularly well suited for people who need to manage stress while remaining mentally sharp.

Each capsule provides 200mg of pure L-Theanine with no fillers or additional ingredients. At this dose, research shows meaningful effects on anxiety, sleep quality and cognitive function. When combined with caffeine, which occurs naturally in tea, L-Theanine improves attention, reaction time and working memory beyond what either compound achieves alone.

Theanine has an excellent safety profile with no known tolerance development and no significant drug interactions at standard doses. It is compatible with most other supplements including magnesium, melatonin and ashwagandha. Effects can be felt within 30 to 60 minutes of taking it, with broader benefits building over consistent daily use.

Key benefits:

• Calm focus without drowsiness
• Less stress and racing thoughts
• Alert relaxation with caffeine synergy

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L-Theanine, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (capsule).

Directions for use:

Take 2 capsules (400mg) once or twice per day with food.

For daytime calm and focus, take 2 capsules with breakfast. If you also want to support sleep, take a second dose of 2 capsules 30 to 60 minutes before bed.

Theanine does not cause sedation, so taking it during the day will not make you drowsy. The evening dose works by reducing racing thoughts and promoting the relaxed brain wave activity that helps with sleep onset.

If you are new to theanine, start with 2 capsules once per day and add the second dose after a week if needed. Theanine can be taken on an ongoing basis without the need for cycling or breaks.