Women's Health

From mitochondrial health and omega-3s to PMOS, botanicals, and preconception nutrition, emerging research is reshaping how the natural products industry approaches fertility and women’s health.

Dr. Thais Aliabadi, OBGYN, explains why the renaming of PCOS to PMOS is vital for addressing the root metabolic, endocrine, and whole-body health symptoms women face.

From hormonal wellness and sports recovery to delivery technologies and Ayurvedic positioning, fenugreek is gaining attention across multiple women’s health categories as manufacturers explore multifunctional botanical formulations.

Perimenopause blindsides even clinicians. Amanda Frick, ND, senior vice president of Medical, Clinical, & Scientific Affairs at Thorne shares her personal experience going through perimenopause and emphasizes the importance of proactive, woman-led research for transforming the way women's health solutions are developed.

The transition to Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) signals a potential shift toward multisystem metabolic interventions in the women’s health category.

A look at the science behind folate, ubiquinol, and probiotics, plus the latest trends in reproductive health support.

With clinical data validating centuries of traditional use, shatavari is emerging as one of the most versatile ingredients in women's health, supporting menopause, hormone balance, lactation, and sexual health.

Perimenopause spotlights a bigger gap: Trials ignore life-stage biology. Learn why evidence must match real women, new moms, and aging men.

The new women’s health gummy line features shatavari, vitamin D, and targeted botanicals for PMS, menopause, and prenatal support.

A new randomized, placebo-controlled study suggests nitrate-rich beetroot extract may support neuromuscular performance and mobility.

Women In Nutraceuticals (WIN) announces its multiday 2026 Leadership Summit, focusing on inclusive leadership, professional development, and organizational growth.

According to a recent study, the postbiotic Latilactobacillus sakei KABP-065 significantly improves skin elasticity, firmness, and moisture retention in middle-aged women, especially participants in their 40s.

In part I of his chat at Natural Products Expo West, Todd Runestad, NXT USA’s chief storytelling officer, discusses how higher-potency shatavari extracts may enable lower doses in supplements, while supporting emerging demand for products targeting hormonal balance across women’s life stages.

The clinically researched Prenatis probiotic gains new Health Canada claims supporting maternal vaginal health and infant gut microbiome development.

Nutritional Outlook invites you to attend its upcoming one-day conference, The Outlook on Women's Wellness, taking place June 4, 2026, at The National Conference Center, 399 Monmouth Street, East Windsor, New Jersey. The event will bring together leading nutraceutical scientists, formulators, brand strategists, and market experts for a full day of education examining the most in-demand benefits and ingredients in women's health.

In this interview from Natural Products Expo West, Kriti Chaudhary, Associate Director, Partnerships & Strategy Vedic Lifesciences discusses the importance of women-specific research.

Bonafide Health, LLC introduces Noctera, a melatonin-free supplement clinically studied to improve sleep quality and duration in perimenopausal and postmenopausal women.

The connection between iron and thyroid function offers a unique whitespace opportunity in the women’s health segment.

In a recently published clinical trial, Xeya Modern Shatavari from NXT USA demonstrated multiple benefits for women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

Explore our top four articles from 2025 on how diet and supplements enhance fertility, support women's health, and address unique wellness needs in the category's evolving landscape.

A curated list of top articles from 2025 covering the trends and innovations in longevity and healthy aging.

Specialty diets and nutritional supplements may help women physiologically prepare to pregnancy by improving the conditions for conception.

The 60-day clinical study found that supplementation from the French maritime pine bark extract from Horphag reduced lipedema symptoms and improved quality of life in women.

A 12-week double-blind, placebo-controlled trial showed supplementation with the olive leaf extract resulted in positive trends in systemic markers of tissue aging.

Supplementation with the formulated PEA ingredient resulted in improved heart rate variability, a marker of stress resilience.