Menopause products are having a hot minute. Why doctors urge caution
KSL News • • health
Key Points:
- Women experiencing menopause symptoms are facing an aggressive marketing surge for products claiming to alleviate hot flashes, mood changes, and skin aging, but many lack strong scientific backing.
- Doctors emphasize the importance of consulting healthcare professionals before trying treatments, as hormone therapy and some prescriptions have proven benefits, while many over-the-counter products do not.
- Lifestyle changes such as regular exercise, healthy diet, and avoiding alcohol can help reduce menopausal symptoms, which often improve over time without expensive interventions.
- Dermatologists recommend evidence-based skin care like retinoids, moisturizers with ceramides, and sunscreen over unproven products like ingestible collagen or light masks, which may offer limited or delayed benefits.
- Support groups and open discussions about menopause are increasing, helping women navigate symptoms and marketing claims while encouraging realistic expectations and self-care.
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