Can Organ Supplements Help with Menopause?

Organ meats and supplements provide a rich source of menopause-supporting nutrients. In this article, we will talk about how they can help women navigate this stage of life.

This article was guest written by our in-house nutritionist, Jade Leighton [BA Hons DipION mBANT rCNHC]

Let's be honest about what's really happening here. Whether you're in perimenopause (which can start in your 40s and last for years) or full menopause, your body is going through one of the biggest hormonal shake-ups of your life.

In spite of it being a natural rite of passage for women at a certain point in our lives, the symptoms can be extremely disrupting for day-to-day life and well-being.

This is like the warm-up before menopause - except it's often when the symptoms hit hardest. Your hormones are fluctuating wildly, your periods might be all over the place, and you're wondering if this is what getting older feels like.

One month your oestrogen is sky-high, the next it's in the basement. This hormonal chaos you are going through can leave you feeling seriously exhausted, a little moody, and often struggling with brain fog which won’t clear.

The transition from Perimenopause to Menopause normally occurs between the ages of 45 and 55, taking the body through significant hormonal changes, with a decline in oestrogen levels being the main factor. This can lead to various further symptoms to deal with such as hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings and bone density loss.

Here's what's really frustrating though… conventional approaches often miss the mark. You're told to "eat well and exercise" (thanks, very helpful), offered synthetic hormone replacements, or given a cocktail of isolated vitamins that your body struggles to absorb.

But there's a massive piece of the puzzle that's often overlooked: the nutrient gaps in your diet which make everything worse.

Here's something most doctors won't tell you - as we age and oestrogen levels decline, the production of stomach acid can decrease. This makes it harder for your body to break down food and absorb key minerals and vitamins, including the B12 and iron you need for energy.

This means that even doing everything perfect, with a healthy diet, you still may not be getting the full nutritional value from your food!

Your body is letting you down and becoming less efficient at extracting nutrients at the exact time it needs more of them. It's like trying to fill a leaking bucket - no matter how much good food you pour in, you're still running on empty.

This is why using a highly bioavailable supplement becomes even more important during this transition.

Organ supplements are nutritional powerhouses that are highly bioavailable! Unlike synthetic, lab-produced vitamins with 'impressive' levels that aren't readily assimilated by your body, organ supplements are easily absorbed and used rather than excreted.

Organs and offal foods are packed full of synergistic nutrients and minerals that our body can easily and readily assimilate. In simple terms, our human physiology has evolved to understand and use the nutrients packed within organs, offal and animal-based nutrition.

Simply put, it's actual real food!

The idea of eating liver or kidney isn't for everyone. While incredibly nutritious, the strong taste and unique texture of organ meats can be a barrier for many. That's precisely why we created our own capsules.

You get all of the incredible, bioavailable nutrition of 30g of fresh, raw organs without any of the prep, taste, or hassle - just the pure, concentrated benefits your body recognises and can actually use.

Here's something that might surprise you - that crushing fatigue you're experiencing might not just be hormones. B12 deficiency is incredibly common in women going through menopause, and it can make you feel like you're running on empty even after a full night's sleep.

Bioavailable vitamin B12 from our food is only found in animal products, with grass-fed liver being the richest source. The hormonal imbalances that occur during and after menopause can lead to vitamin B12 deficiency in women.

B12 is like the spark plug for your energy production. Without enough of it, your cells can't efficiently convert food into the energy your body needs. This is why some women find that addressing B12 deficiency through organ supplements gives them back some of that vitality they thought was gone forever.

The connection between B12 and brain fog is particularly important. Symptoms associated with both low B12 and menopause include memory problems, inability to focus and "brain fog". When your brain isn't getting the B12 it needs, cognitive function suffers. You might find yourself struggling to find words, forgetting appointments, or feeling like you're thinking through a fog.

Choline is a nutrient that often doesn't get enough airtime considering how critical it is for certain processes in the body. It is essential for brain, liver and muscle health and is largely found in animal products - with liver being a great source - which is why many people are not getting enough of it.

Here's the kicker - the need for choline considerably increases after menopause as oestrogen is required for encouraging choline production from the conversion of phosphatidylcholine.

One study showed that 80% of postmenopausal women who were deprived of dietary choline developed fatty liver and muscle damage in comparison to 44% of premenopausal women. This shows just how much more choline your body needs when oestrogen isn't around to help with production.

Think of choline as your brain's assistant, helping with communication between brain cells and supporting the production of neurotransmitters. Choline influences the production of serotonin and dopamine - neurotransmitters you may have heard of which are associated with mood regulation. When these are balanced, you're more likely to feel like yourself rather than an emotional stranger.

This fat-soluble vitamin is a catalyst for many biochemical processes, playing a critical role in thyroid function and hormone production.

The only vitamin A that you can get from plants is in the form of beta-carotene, which most people have a hard time converting it into true preformed vitamin A. It's the latter that your body needs to facilitate hormone synthesis, thyroid regulation, vision and many immune-related processes - and it's this form that's found in abundance in animal liver.

One crucial function of vitamin A in menopause is its role in maintaining the health of mucous membranes, including those in the vagina, eyes, mouth, respiratory tract and gut. As declining oestrogen can lead to dryness and thinning of these tissues, providing adequate Vitamin A intake is vital for overall tissue health and resilience.

Many women notice their skin becoming drier, thinner, or more prone to age spots during menopause. The vitamin A in organ supplements supports skin cell renewal and helps maintain that healthy glow when oestrogen is no longer doing all the heavy lifting.

Vitamin A intake at healthy levels supports bone health and deficiency has been linked to the emergence of age spots on the skin, thickened skin on areas like the heels, arms, and elbows, recurrent infections, cystitis, and thyroid disorders.

Something a lot of older women worry about - the fear of brittle bones. Oestrogen isn't just about reproduction; it's been your bone's best support for decades. When oestrogen levels drop during menopause, your bones can start losing density at an alarming rate.

Organ meats like liver are a great natural source of copper which is a mineral that is directly associated with maintaining bone density. During menopause, the drop in oestrogen leaves women at risk of developing osteoporosis, so a copper deficiency alongside this will considerably increase risk of bone breakdown.

Copper helps your body produce collagen, which forms the framework for strong bones. It's like the scaffolding that keeps everything in place.

A study from 2015 showed that post-menopausal women with low bone density also exhibited low levels of copper and other minerals in their bloodstream. This suggests supplementation as a potential remedy.

But here's the thing about copper - it needs to be just right. Too little and your bones suffer. Too much and you risk copper toxicity. This is why getting copper from natural food sources like organ supplements is so much safer than synthetic supplements.

While we're talking about fatigue, we can't ignore iron. Many women going through perimenopause are actually iron deficient, especially if they're still having heavy periods.

Iron deficiency doesn't just make you tired - it can cause restless legs, unusual cravings, and that feeling like you're dragging yourself through the day.

Organ supplements provide heme iron, which is the most easily absorbed form. Unlike plant-based iron that your body has to work hard to absorb, heme iron from animal sources gets taken up quickly and efficiently.

• Source Quality: Choose grass-fed, pasture-raised animals from clean environments (like our wild-roaming Icelandic lamb)

• Processing Method: Freeze-drying preserves nutrients better than heat processing

• Purity: Avoid fillers, flow agents, or synthetic ingredients (check out the ingredients on a conventional multi-vitamin and see how many you can pronounce!)

• Bioavailability: Real food nutrients your body actually recognises and absorbs

• Synthetic vitamins that your body struggles to use
• Products with long lists of unpronounceable additives
• Organs from grain-fed or hormone-treated animals
• Capsules with unnecessary bulking agents

Struggling to figure out which nutrients might help your specific symptoms? Here's your at-a-glance guide to the powerhouse nutrients in organ supplements (And which of our products can help):

We have 3 options for organ supplements, all made from wild roaming, 100% grass-fed Icelandic lamb:

We recommend taking 6 capsules per day, either before or after a meal with water or another drink of choice. This gives you the nutritional equivalent of 30g of fresh organs - nature's ultimate multivitamin without any of the prep, taste, or hassle.

You might notice a lot of talk about beef organ supplements out there. While beef organs are certainly nutritious, our wild roaming, 100% grass-fed Icelandic lamb offers something special.

These animals are never fed supplementary grain, soy-based feed, or GMO feed. They're guaranteed to be free from antibiotics and hormones, because the last thing you need during menopause is additional hormone disruptors. The freeze-drying process concentrates the nutrients, meaning each capsule contains roughly 0.5g of freeze-dried organs, which is equivalent to 5g of raw organs.

Grass-fed lamb often contains higher concentrations of omega-3 fatty acids and CLA compared to beef, and many people find lamb easier to digest than beef, especially if they have any digestive sensitivities that might be heightened during menopause.

Organ supplements are just one piece of the puzzle.

In addition to supplementation, it's important to take a holistic approach to managing menopause, which means factoring in diet, lifestyle and mindset approaches too.

Things to consider include:

Consume a balanced diet rich in protein, vegetables, fibre and healthy fats and oils, with very low intake of processed foods and alcohol.

Focus on foods that support hormone balance. Loads of cruciferous vegetables, healthy fats like our avocado oil, and high-quality proteins like eggs (with the yolk!). Your liver is going to be working overtime to process hormones during this transition, so give it all the support it needs to the job done.

Engage in regular physical activity, such as walking, swimming, strength training and yoga, to help support weight management, bone health, circulation and even improve mood.

Strength training becomes super important during menopause. It's one of the best ways to maintain bone density and keep your metabolism firing. You don't need to become a powerlifter, even bodyweight exercises or light weights can make a huge difference (And no, you won't get too bulky!).

Practice stress-reduction techniques such as deep breathing exercises, meditation or yoga to help manage mood swings, encourage better sleep and reduce stress-related symptoms.

Chronic stress makes menopause symptoms worse. Your adrenal glands are already working harder to produce hormones, and if you pile stress on top, they can become exhausted. This can make fatigue, mood swings, and sleep problems even worse.

For women experiencing severe symptoms, hormone therapy under the guidance of a healthcare professional may be considered after weighing up the potential risks and benefits.

Don't be afraid to have this conversation with your doctor if you're struggling. HRT isn't right for everyone, but for some women, it can be life-changing.

Collagen can also be a good supplement to consider if you have reached menopause. Collagen is loaded with amino acids, which help to balance hormones, support the liver and regulate mood.

But perhaps the biggest reason why you might want to consider collagen supplementation is because as oestrogen declines, so does endogenous collagen production. Studies show that women’s skin loses about 30% of its collagen during the first five years of menopause.

This isn't just about vanity - collagen supports joint health, gut health, and overall tissue integrity. When you're already dealing with the challenges of menopause, maintaining strong connective tissues can help you feel more resilient.