The best menopause supplements in the UK support hormone balance, reduce common symptoms, and help maintain bone health. At Landys Chemist, we recommend products that are clinically researched and safe for daily use, such as Metagenics MenoHop and HerWellness, and Pure Encapsulations MenoVive. 

According to Girish Desai, an award-winning Pharmacist at Landys Chemist, "Women experience menopause in different ways. Supplements like MenoHop, HerWellness, and MenoVive are formulated to target specific needs. Some focus on hot flushes, others on mood or bone health. Selecting a product that matches your main symptoms is the best way to get real benefit."

How Do Menopause Supplements Help?

The best supplements for menopause are designed to support the body during changes in oestrogen levels. They can help to:

• Support hormone balance with phytoestrogens, which mimic oestrogen
• Reduce hot flushes, night sweats, mood swings, and sleep problems
• Maintain bone strength and reduce the risk of osteoporosis
• Provide vitamins and minerals that may be lacking 
• Support energy, focus, and overall wellbeing

Girish Desai explains, "Supplements are most effective when combined with a balanced diet, exercise, and stress management."

How to choose the right supplement for menopause

Look for these factors when selecting a menopause supplement:

• Clinical evidence: Ingredients and formulations should be backed by high-quality human studies.
• Ingredient quality: Non-GMO, allergen-free, and sustainably sourced ingredients are preferred.
• Third-party testing: Independent lab testing ensures purity, potency, and safety.
• Safety: Formulas should be tested for long-term use and compatibility with other medications.
• Brand trust: Established, reputable brands like Metagenics and Pure Encapsulations are recommended.

Best Menopause Supplements UK

Here are three products available at Landys Chemist with free UK delivery that combine research-backed ingredients and can also be safely taken alongside HRT:

1. Metagenics MenoHop Capsules

MenoHop Capsules are designed to reduce hot flushes, night sweats, and hormone-related discomfort. They combine hops extract with soy isoflavones, a source of phytoestrogens that gently support oestrogen balance. A 2011 clinical study found that soy isoflavones reduced the frequency and severity of hot flushes in postmenopausal women, another 2025 trial found that women who took soy isoflavones daily for three months experienced a 57% reduction in hot flashes.

Girish Desai adds, "Hops extract and soy isoflavones work together to provide natural hormone support without using synthetic hormones." One capsule daily provides bioactive compounds that are quickly absorbed.

2. Metagenics HerWellness Perimenopause Capsules

HerWellness Perimenopause is formulated for women in perimenopause. It contains ERr 731 rhubarb extract, shown in clinical studies to reduce hot flushes, night sweats, and anxiety .A 12-week randomised controlled trial (RCT) found that ERr 731 significantly reduced menopausal symptoms, including hot flushes, sleep disturbances, mood swings, and anxiety, and a 2021 study also showed similar improvements across these symptoms.

Girish Desai explains that, "Plant-based receptor modulators like ERr 731 rhubarb extract are a safe way to support women through the perimenopause transition."

3. Pure Encapsulations MenoVive Capsules

MenoVive contains phytoestrogens from HMRlignan and Lifenol hops, plus adaptogens such as ashwagandha, rhodiola, and maca, and antioxidants like grape seed extract and resveratrol. This formula helps support hormone balance, energy, stress resilience, and overall nutrition. A study found that postmenopausal women taking HMRlignan daily experienced an 80% reduction in severe hot flashes over eight weeks.

Girish Desai adds, “Trials have demonstrated that Lifenol significantly reduces hot flushes and improves menopausal symptoms, while adaptogens and antioxidants support energy, mood, and overall wellbeing. Making MenoVive another great option.”

Which Supplement Is Best for You?

Choose MenoHop Capsules for menopause symptoms like hot flushes and night sweats. Pick HerWellness Perimenopause if you are in perimenopause and want relief from early symptoms and anxiety. Use MenoVive for broader support, including hormone balance, energy, stress resilience, and antioxidant protection. 

Other supplement ingredients that support Menopause 

Certain clinically studied natural ingredients have been shown to ease common menopause and perimenopause symptoms. While effectiveness can vary between individuals, these are among the most widely researched:

• Sage: Studies show sage extracts may reduce hot flushes and night sweats by supporting thermoregulation.
• Black Cohosh: Often recommended for hot flushes and mood-related symptoms. 
• Red Clover: A natural source of isoflavones that may gently support hormone balance and reduce vasomotor symptoms.
• Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Support heart health, mood stability, and joint comfort, areas often affected by hormonal decline.
• Vitamin D3 & Calcium: Essential for bone strength and density, helping reduce the risk of osteoporosis as oestrogen levels fall.
• Magnesium: Plays a role in energy metabolism, muscle relaxation, and sleep quality, and may ease fatigue and restlessness.

Is It Safe to Take Menopause Supplements Long Term?

Yes, most menopause supplements are safe for daily, long-term use, especially when they are clinically studied and from reputable brands. Safety can still vary depending on your health, medications, and specific supplement, so it’s important to:

• Speak to your GP or pharmacist before starting a new supplement.
• Choose clinically tested formulas with transparent safety data.
• Monitor your symptoms and adjust if needed.

A 2023 clinical trial found that daily supplementation with 80–120 mg of soy isoflavones for two years had minimal risk in healthy menopausal women.

Summary

At Landys Chemist, we offer a range of high-quality menopause supplements. The best options in the UK market are:

• Metagenics MenoHop Capsules
• Metagenics HerWellness Perimenopause Capsules
• Pure Encapsulations MenoVive Capsules

These supplements provide support for hormone balance, symptom relief, and long-term health. Combining phytoestrogens, adaptogens, and antioxidants helps women maintain physical and emotional wellbeing during menopause.

Sources:

1. Clinical outcomes of a 2-y soy isoflavone supplementation in menopausal women
2. Isoflavones and changes in body weight and severe hot flashes in postmenopausal women: A secondary analysis of a randomized clinical trial - ScienceDirect 
3. Rhubarb Extract Eases Menopausal Hot Flashes 
4. Siberian Rhubarb and Menopause: Research Review 
5. HMRlignan Decreases Hot Flashes in Postmenopausal Women - Nutraceuticals World
6. LIFENOL: A Patented hop extract with clincally proven efficiency on hot flushes. 
7. Clinical outcomes of a 2-y soy isoflavone supplementation in menopausal women - ScienceDirect

This article was medically reviewed by Girish Desai, Chief Pharmacist at Landys Chemist since 1982 (GPhC Reg. No. 2019217).

Written and compiled by Rhysa Phommachanh, Head of Digital at Landys Chemist and specialist in health and wellbeing content strategy.

Disclaimer: This content is grounded in research and expert pharmacy and nutrition knowledge to ensure accuracy and relevance. All studies referenced in this article are human clinical studies to ensure validity and reliability of the information provided.