meta_analysis
2021
Evaluation of Clinical Meaningfulness of Red Clover (Trifolium pratense L.) Extract to Relieve Hot Flushes and Menopausal Symptoms in Peri- and Post-Menopausal Women: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Kanadys W, Baranska A, Blaszczuk A, Polz-Dacewicz M, Drop B, Kanecki K, Malm M
Published in Nutrients
Key Findings
Red clover isoflavones significantly reduced daily hot flush frequency versus placebo, with a modest and arguably borderline clinically meaningful effect size.
Conclusions
Red clover produces a small reduction in hot flushes of uncertain clinical importance.
Limitations
Small trials, varied extracts and doses, publication bias possible.
Supplements Studied
Red Clover
Herb
Red clover isoflavones significantly reduced daily hot flush frequency versus placebo, with a modest effect size.
Outcomes Measured
Red clover isoflavones reduced daily hot flush frequency with a modest effect size.
Related Health Concerns
Study Details
Year:2021
00Quality Score:6/10
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