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Research: SMITH-FRANCIS,
Listed in Issue 307
Abstract
SMITH-FRANCIS, (1)Midwifery, Bethel University, St Paul, MN, USA. mjs57934@bethel.edu .reviews recent studies on the use of CAM for menopause with the aim to provide insights into the effectiveness, safety, and potential benefits of various CAM modalities.
Background
Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) has gained popularity as a naturalistic approach to managing menopausal symptoms.
Methodology
This evidence-based article reviews recent studies on the use of CAM for menopause and aims to provide insights into the effectiveness, safety, and potential benefits of various CAM modalities.
Results
The article focuses on the biological domain, which includes supplements, botanicals, nutrition, homeopathy, and aromatherapy. Black cohosh and red clover are 2 of the most common botanicals used for managing menopausal symptoms.
Conclusion
However, their efficacy and safety remain controversial; further research is needed to elucidate their precise mechanisms of action. Conflict of interest statement: Disclosure I, MJ Smith-Francis, hereby affirm that I have no commercial or financial conflicts of interest to declare relevant to the subject matter discussed herein.
References
Smith-Francis MJ(1). Complementary and Alternative Medicine for Menopause. Nurs Clin North Am. ;59(4):551-562. DOI: 10.1016/j.cnur.2024.08.001 Epub Sep 20 2024 .Dec 2024.
