When starting a new supplement, it’s natural to ask, How long will it take to feel a difference? At The Menopause Co., we design our products to support women navigating the unique challenges of the menopause transition—helping you feel better now while building resilience for the future.

With a thoughtful balance of fast-acting ingredients and those that deliver cumulative benefits for long-term results, our range of formulas are designed to help address sleep, energy, mood, libido, focus, and overall well-being. Here’s what you can expect when taking them, factors that may influence results, and why you might notice unexpected benefits along the way.

How long do supplements take to work?

The time it takes to feel results depends on the formula, your symptoms, and how your body responds. Many customers notice improvements within days - in particular with our Sleep complex, while deeper changes often build over weeks of consistent use.

What to expect from some of the ingredients in our supplements:

Sleep Formula: Ingredients like Passionflower and Magnesium Glycinate can improve sleep from the first night, promoting calm and rest.

Energy Formula: Guarana and Siberian Ginseng act quickly to relieve tiredness and boost focus, while CoQ10 and B Vitamins enhance energy production over time.

Mood Formula: Ingredients like St. John’s Wort and Saffron are clinically proven to support mood balance and ease mild anxiety. While some individuals may notice improvements within 2–4 weeks, these herbs typically take 4–6 weeks for full benefits, with continued improvements over time.

Libido Formula: Adaptogens like Tribulus Terrestris and Korean Ginseng support libido and hormonal health, showing noticeable effects after 4–8 weeks.

Focus Formula: Bacopa Monnieri and Ginkgo Biloba improve clarity and memory, often with steady results after 2–3 weeks.

Foundation Formula: Comprehensive support for resilience, hormonal balance, and menopause symptoms, with ingredients like Black Cohosh and Peony Root offering benefits that build over time.

Why results can vary

No two bodies are the same, and several factors influence how quickly you’ll feel the effects of supplements:

Quick relief and long-term benefits

Some ingredients, like Guarana or Passionflower, are fast-acting, delivering noticeable changes within hours or days. Others, such as Peony Root or CoQ10, work on a deeper level, supporting hormonal balance, cellular health, and resilience with ongoing use.

Your body’s starting point

If your body is deficient in certain nutrients (like Vitamin B12 or Zinc), it may take time to replenish these stores. Adaptogens, nootropics, and plant actives like Ashwagandha or Astragalus work more immediately by influencing the nervous and endocrine systems, though their full effects often build over weeks.

Why you might see unexpected benefits

Your body naturally prioritises where nutrients are needed most. For example:

• Energy Formula: While intended for fatigue, ingredients like CoQ10 and B Vitamins will also improve mental clarity as they support brain health.
• Libido Formula: Adaptogens like Shatavari might also improve PMS-like symptoms, which can feel worse for many women in perimenopause, and help reduce feelings of stress.
• Foundation Formula: Anti-inflammatory ingredients like Astragalus and Licorice Root are known to support immunity and digestion alongside hormonal balance.

These “bonus” effects demonstrate how our holistic formulations work to support your overall health.

How to get the best results from your supplements

Here are a few tips to maximise the effectiveness of your supplements:

1. Be Consistent: Daily use is essential for both fast-acting and cumulative benefits.
2. Support with Lifestyle Choices: Supplements work best alongside a nutrient-dense diet, regular exercise, and stress management practices.
3. Be Patient and Observant: Some benefits are immediate, while others build over weeks. Pay attention to subtle shifts.
4. Tailor to Your Needs: Choose supplements designed for your specific concerns and health goals.

The role of dosage in supplement efficacy

Taking the right dosage is essential to achieving the best results. If you’re unsure about the most suitable dosage for your unique needs or health goals, our team is always here to provide personalised advice—don’t hesitate to reach out.

Supplements are a powerful way to support your health, especially during the demands of the menopause transition. Their effectiveness depends on consistency, your individual health status, and the quality of the ingredients.

At The Menopause Co., we combine science-backed ingredients with traditional medicines in every formula, ensuring they work synergistically to naturally support your body. Whether you’re seeking relief with broken sleep, support with mood swings or mild anxiety—or looking to boost your energy—patience is key. Subtle improvements build over time, helping you feel like yourself again.

 

Ready to start your journey? Explore our range of natural supplements and discover what’s possible.

 
This article has been reviewed by our expert advisory team.