A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials investigated the effects of melatonin supplementation on bone mineral density, quality of life, and sleep in menopausal women

Available evidence suggests that melatonin-containing supplements may be associated with improved BMD in menopausal women, but the independent effect of melatonin and an optimal dose remain unclear due to heterogeneity in interventions and the prevalent use of combination therapies. For other outcomes (sleep, menopausal symptoms, mood, sexual function, BMI, and insulin), the evidence is currently inconclusive. Further large-scale RCTs are needed to confirm these findings.

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Frontiers in Nutrition
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2026-01-29
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https://doi.org/10.3389/fnut.2026.1687221
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Menopause: Health Impacts and Treatments
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A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials investigated the effects of melatonin supplementation on bone mineral density, quality of life, and sleep in menopausal women

Yong Tan, Ji Du
Frontiers in Nutrition
Menopause: Health Impacts and Treatments
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A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials investigated the effects of melatonin supplementation on bone mineral density, quality of life, and sleep in menopausal women

Yong Tan, Ji Du
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Abstract

Available evidence suggests that melatonin-containing supplements may be associated with improved BMD in menopausal women, but the independent effect of melatonin and an optimal dose remain unclear due to heterogeneity in interventions and the prevalent use of combination therapies. For other outcomes (sleep, menopausal symptoms, mood, sexual function, BMI, and insulin), the evidence is currently inconclusive. Further large-scale RCTs are needed to confirm these findings.

Frontiers in NutritionVol. 13
Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine (CN), Suzhou Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital (CN)
Openalex Percentile: Top 76%
Menopause: Health Impacts and Treatments
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