With every product promising to be a miracle fix, it’s hard to know where to start with supplements for female hormonal imbalance.
And here’s a truth that not many people talk about: choosing a supplement isn’t just about finding one that has your specific health issue on the label (i.e. the label says “for menopause,” “for menstrual cycle” and so on.
Making the best supplement choice is really about understanding ingredients and how they support not just your hormones, but the systems and organs that affect your hormones (like the liver, the gut and so on).
So, with the goal of (hopefully!) simplifying your search, I’ve put together this article with products and brands that I consider to be trustworthy.
We’ve got a lot of ground to cover so let’s dive right in!
Note: This post also contains some affiliate links and I earn a commission (at no additional cost to you) if you use them to make a purchase.
WHAT IS THE BEST SUPPLEMENT AND MULTIVITAMIN TO BALANCE HORMONES?
Here are my picks for the best hormone-friendly supplements:
- Green Juice Powder – Best Overall
- Moon Balance – Best for Cycle Support
- Maca Powder – Best for Peri and menopause
- Women’s Balance – Best Multipurpose
- Beyond Tangy Tangerine (BTT 2.0) – Best Daily Multivitamin
1. Green Juice – Best Overall
This is the best supplement overall because it’s an all-in-one formula that combines nutrient-dense greens, adaptogens and anti-inflammatory foods.
Balancing your hormones naturally generally means eating more nutrient-dense foods, lowering inflammation and keeping stress low (since more stress triggers the inflammatory response and more cortisol production).
This particular supplement allows you to address all of those things because it contains:
- Leafy greens: there are aquatic greens (spirulina and chorella) and terrestrial or non-aquatic greens like moringa and wheatgrass. One thing to note is that aquatic plants are always very rich in nutrients compared to non-aquatic plants.
- Adaptogens: this class of herbs helps us better adapt to stress and helps to regulate cortisol (so you don’t produce too much or too little). The main adaptogen in this powder is ashwagandha.
- Anti-inflammatory herbs: inflammation leads to more cortisol production, which can subsequently throw off other hormones (such as insulin and estrogen). This powder contains turmeric and matcha, which are some of the best anti-inflammatory herbs.
Here’s a summary of the benefits that the main ingredients provide.
| Spirulina | Known for containing almost every nutrient we need. About 65% protein. Also contains antioxidants, 10x more beta carotene that carrots, B-vitamins, magnesium, iron, potassium, manganese, copper. Rich in chlorophyll, supports detoxification and immune health; Fights candida (a major cause of gut issues). |
| Chlorella | Contains about 50-60% protein. Also contains B-vitamins, iron, antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, copper, magnesium, potassium, zinc, calcium…and much more. Natural source of prebiotic fiber for gut health. Supports liver and detoxification, as well as digestion. May ease PMS. |
| Moringa | Antioxidant-rich plant that fights inflammation, regulates insulin sensitivity, protects the liver, maintains healthy bones, boosts energy, helps with anxiety and depression, improves iron absorption (3, 4). |
| Wheatgrass | Considered a “superior detoxification agent” (better than many fruits and veggies). Rich in magnesium, supports the nervous system, detoxes heavy metals, boosts the immune system, purifies the liver (5, 6). |
| Ashwagandha | Adaptogenic herb that is famous for regulating cortisol level and the stress response. Also improves mood swings and insulin sensitivity, boosts immunity, regulate estrogen and progesterone, supports healthy thyroid function and fights inflammation (source). |
| Beets | Known as a “blood purifier.” Supports liver function, relieves PMS symptoms, anti-inflammatory, regulates blood sugar, supports weight loss, strengthens immune system, supports progesterone and estrogen balance (source). |
| Matcha Green Tea | Rich in antioxidants and chlorophyll. Shown to boost energy, increase metabolism and weight loss, support healthy liver function (7, 8). |
| Turmeric | Anti-inflammatory. Helps the body break down estrogen and get rid of excess estrogen (source). |
Aside from the above ingredients, this powder also has lemon, mint, monk fruit and coconut water which help to give it a very pleasant taste (which is hard to accomplish with many green powders!).
Overall, this supplement gives you lots of nutrients, detox support and of course, hormone support in one convenient product.
2. Maca Powder – Perimenopause and menopause
Maca root is one of the most popular supplement options for menopause because:
- it has a long history of use in Peru for hormone support (in women and men).
- supports the function of the hypothalamus and pituitary. These two glands regulate the hormones that other glands – including the thyroid, ovaries and adrenals – eventually produce.
- some studies indicate that maca improves symptoms like low libido, hot flashes, depression and anxiety.
My preferred way to take maca is to put the powder in oatmeal, smoothies or warm milk.
I also suggest getting the gelatinized powder because it’s already been cooked (it doesn’t actually have gelatin in it) and is easier to digest compared to raw maca.
3. Moon Balance – Menstrual Cycle Support
What stands out most about this powder is that it focuses exclusively on herbs that are traditionally used to support women’s hormones and the menstrual cycle: shatavari, maca and hibiscus.
The ingredients in this blend can be particularly helpful for PMS, menstrual irregularities and for supporting the body during menopause.
Here’s an overview of the main herbs in this powder:
| Shatavari | Considered the go-to female tonic in Ayurvedic medicine. Traditionally used to bring balance to the menstrual cycle and hormones. Has adaptogenic properties that support a healthy stress response. |
| Maca | Supports hypothalamus (master gland in the endocrine system) and pituitary gland (which communicates with other glands, such as the thyroid, ovaries and adrenals). Traditionally used for hormonal and fertility support in men and women. Caffeine-free energizer. Used for menopause symptoms such as vaginal dryness and low libido. Has adaptogenic properties that support a healthy stress response. |
| Hibiscus | Traditionally used to support the menstrual cycle. Has cooling properties that makes it one of the go-to herbs for hot flashes in Ayurvedic medicine. Supports healthy blood sugar levels, liver health and weight loss. |
| Beetroot | rich in vitamin C which helps to boost progesterone; regulates blood sugar levels; anti-inflammatory; supports liver health and detoxification; helps with regular bowel movements. |
| Amla | rich in vitamin C; used in Ayurvedic medicine to support female health. |
Last but not least, this is a very clean formula that is organic and completely free of gums, fillers and processed sweeteners.
4. Women’s Balance – Multipurpose
So far, the supplements we’ve looked at are all powders and they all contain one or more adaptogens.
This Women’s Balance formula is different in that it’s in capsule form and it relies on nervines.
Similar to adaptogens, nervines help us deal with daily stress. But unlike adaptogens (which regulate cortisol), nervines do their stress-busting work by nourishing and soothing the nervous system.
In fact, if you’ve ever felt like you were on your “last nerve,” nervines might be a good fit for you since they literally support your nerves.
Here’s an overview of the key ingredients in this supplement:
| Vitex | Traditionally used to support the menstrual cycle. Natural remedy for elevated prolactin. May improve luteal phase defect and support ovulation. Increases progesterone. |
| Milky oats | Gentle yet effective nervine; promotes physical, mental and emotional strength; very moistening and may help with vaginal dryness. |
| St. John’s Wort | Acts as a nervine; may reduce muscle spasms (such as those related to cramps); may also help with mood-related symptoms; supports the liver. |
| Red clover | Supports the liver; traditionally used for fertility and for menopause. |
| Dandelion | One of the best herbs for liver health; may helps to ease PMS and period pain. |
| Black cohosh | Traditionally used to support the body during menopause; may help with PCOS (specifically when it comes to ovulation), hot flashes, irregular sleep and fibroids. |
The herbs in this blend have multiple purposes and while many of them are commonly used during menopause, some (such as vitex, red clover and black cohosh) also have a history of being used to support the menstrual cycle and fertility.
5. Beyond Tangy Tangerine (BTT) 2.0 Multivitamin – Daily Multivitamin
There are 13 vitamins in total and they all affect some aspect of hormone balance: For example:
- Vitamin E: an antioxidant that helps to ease inflammation and provides relief from menopause-related symptoms like hot flashes (source).
- Vitamin D: supports healthy thyroid function, regulates insulin and blood sugar levels, may improve all aspects of fertility (such as conception rate, live birth rate and miscarriage rate).
- Vitamin B3: acts as a relaxant and stress reliever that supports healthy sleep, and also helps with anxiety and depression.
- Vitamin B5: necessary for the production of cholesterol, which is a precursor for the production of sex hormones and adrenal hormones (source).
- Vitamin B9 (folate): essential for fertilization and implantation, relieves PMS symptoms, supports cognitive function and improves mood swings (1, 2).
- Vitamin B7 (biotin): stabilizes blood sugar levels, supports thyroid and adrenal glands, and also supports a healthy metabolism.
In addition, there are minerals like magnesium, selenium, iron and more that are crucial for hormonal health. And let’s not forget the importance of prebiotics, probiotics and amino acids for things like gut health.
That’s why I have long been a fan of Youngevity’s BTT 2.0 vitamins. It contains everything I’ve just listed, making it easy to cover your nutritional needs.
And as a side note this supplement proved to be very helpful for my cousin many years ago when she was struggling with post-hysterectomy weight gain.
She had tried bio-identical hormones, low calorie diets, fasting, exercise…nothing helped! When she started using this supplement, the weight started to come off without her having to make any changes (she intentionally chose not to exercise or change her eating habits so that she could test my “you need nutrients” theory!).
It’s by no means a magical fix, but it’s a pretty well-rounded formula.
HOW CAN I BALANCE MY HORMONES WITH SUPPLEMENTS?
In order to get the most out of supplements, keep these guidelines in mind.
- To make things easier on yourself, look for blends that have multiple ingredients. You won’t have to juggle tons of different herbs or pills.
- Eating a hormone-friendly diet is essential because even the best quality supplement is not a substitute for a healthy diet. A supplement is an add-on to your diet and can help you get better results (sometimes in a shorter amount of time). For more insight into what to eat for your hormones, use this hormone-balancing diet plan (it includes a free download).
- Do your research before combining lots of individual herbs. I personally lean toward herbal blends like the ones listed above because usually, the manufacturer has put everything in the right ratios. Less risk of making a mistake (which can happen easily when you to take herbs individually).
CONCLUSION
So, there you have it! My top picks for supplements that can help you nurse your hormones and body back to health.
Now, if you’re wondering “do I need to use all of these together?” the answer is: it totally depends on your diet, lifestyle and health history.
Start with one and then see how your body responds. You may find that one quality supplement is all you need.
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OMG. How can I take all of this. I need something simple. Like a smoothie with everything in it!
You can always start with the powder that is for smoothies and add in the others.
Can I take the Beyond tangy tangerine 2.0 and the super green powder and Gaia Adrenal Health capsules together all in the same day
Yes, you can. Just follow the guidelines on the packaging for how to take it and you’re good to go 🙂
Also you said to take the BTT 2.0 2 tabs twice a day but the bottle says 4 tabs once a day, will it still work with 2 tabs twice a day, I would rather do that since 4 tabs is alot to take at once
When I first bought this, it was in 2016 and the packaged said twice a day. I have always done just twice a day. They must have recently changed. Personally, twice a day works great. And sometimes your body can only absorb so much in one go. You can end up peeing out what you don’t absorb, which is a waste. I like twice a day 🙂
The bottle says 4 tabs once daily, is it ok to take 2 tabs twice daily, cause 4 tabs seems alot to take at once.
will it work the same?
Strange. They must have changed it. I had always taken 2 tabs, twice a day because that’s what they used to have on the bottle. The twice a day option worked great for me and I know my family members also did twice a day.
Bummed about BTT 2.0. I was looking forward to trying it but the powder form has maltodextrin as the first ingredient which is garbage, along with the other sugars in it. It also has stevia in it and is likely not the unprocessed kind. The tablets have a “pharmaceutical glaze” on them which is made from beetles so it’s not kosher/halal/vegetarian/vegan friendly. Honestly, their junk additives make me question the true quality of the vitamins and minerals in them. The search continues.
I’ve never used the powder form, but not surprised by the ingredients you mentioned. That tends to happen with powders. Have you checked vegan blogs to see what they recommend for vegan supplements? As for the quality, I can only speak from my own personal experience. We use it my household and as I mentioned in the article, I’ve recommended to family too. The improvements we’ve seen speak for themselves. But no single supplement will satisfy the needs of everyone so I understand where you’re coming from. Another option to consider is juicing. It’s another great way to get a high dose of nutrients without worrying about ingredients (as long as you use rganic produce, which isn’t perfect, but is an improvement from conventional).
Hi there, been trying to find these supplements on amazon uk but not coming up at all. Are tgey known as something else in England?
They most likely do not sell in the UK. Supplement laws vary a lot and each region has different production standards. This means brands aren’t always able to offer the product outside of the U.S.
Do you know of any equivalent items here in the uk that are as good as all 3 of the ones described here. Am full of hope after reading this article but now completely fed up i cannot get the items prescribed in this post.
Kind regards
Jeanette
I’m not familiar with the brands in the UK market. Your best bet is to find the good quality brands in your market (from a UK blog, for example. Then have a look at the ingredients to see which ones come closest to the ones I listed.
I am living in South Africa. Please email me the prices of the products. I am really interested as I have most of the symptoms…
Thank you Germaine i will do.
What should I start with ?? Obviously you will try to incorporate this slowly because of not how will you know what is helping and what is not? What would be your recommendation in what supplement to start with along with nutrition and exercise.
Start with the multivitamin to help build a good nutritional foundation.
Doesn’t too much VIT A cause hair loss?
The tolerable upper limit for vitamin A is 10,000 IU (which is the amount in the vitamin I recommend). Anything above 10,000 IU is considered too much and can cause problems.
So your recommend taking all 3 supplements?
It can help to take all 3 for a while, depending on your specific health history and lifestyle. The multivitamin is like all multivitamins – for daily use. A hormone-friendly your diet also helps to support your nutrient levels.
Thank you for all the info about this! I take DHEA tablets. Should I continue taking that with all three of these?
I am in perimenopause but TTC, my periods are very irregular, 3 months on 5 months off. Any suggestions for regulation for possible pregnancy-are the vitamins and smoothie the way to go? I live in West Africa, Liberia and many of those things, vitamins etc. are hard to get or take 3-4 months to get.
Damita
Have considered working with a local expert that can help you regulate your periods and who can also check your hormones? That way they can also help you put together a diet plan that matches the foods and herbs that you have locally. Otherwise, I also have this article that provide the basics of eating for hormone balance. The same foods won’t be available in Liberia but it can give you a starting point to think about. Either way, since you’re in perimenopause it’s important to work with someone locally who can help you.
I am 45, and having some symptoms of Adrenal fatigue. I did lab work and thyroid was ok. My doctor said is anxiety. My cardiac doctor didn’t see nothing when i did an echocardiogram cos my heart beats fast. My doctor put me on beta blocker to slow my heartbeat. I want to get off that medicine. I am thinking to do adrenal fatigue supplements. Am also having anxiety with panic attacks sometimes. What are your suggestions.