The Gut-Hormone Connection: How Menopause Affects Your Microbiome

The trillions of bacteria residing in your gut, known as the gut microbiome, extend their influence far beyond digestion. Emerging research suggests a link between gut health and various aspects of well-being, including mood regulation (anxiety and depression), appetite control, metabolism, immune function, and fat storage. There is much that science does not yet know about the gut microbiome and its impact on human health, but research has identified a connection between the gut microbiome and menopause. For example, a higher prevalence of gut issues like bloating and constipation is reported in postmenopausal women compared to premenopausal women.

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