Menstrual cycle dietary supplement

What dietary supplements are available for the menstrual cycle?

Four nutrients appear in a dietary supplement for the menstrual cycle. For each, we indicate the daily dose and its share of the nutrient reference values (NRVs), the figure that allows you to compare two products ⁽¹⁾.

Vitamin B6

Vitamin B6 helps to regulate hormonal activity. Our Women's Cycle Formula provides 1.4 mg per day, or 100% of the NRVs, in the form of pyridoxal-5-phosphate, combined with magnesium, saffron extract and ginger.

Vitamin B6 helps to reduce fatigue: read our article on the role of vitamin B6.

Magnesium

Magnesium helps the normal functioning of the nervous system. Our Women's Cycle Formula provides 100 mg per day, or 27% of the NRVs.

For a higher intake, our Magnesium Bisglycinate provides 300 mg of magnesium per day, or 80% of the NRVs, with 1.4 mg of vitamin B6. Its complex is composed, by weight, of 80% bisglycinate and 20% magnesium oxide.

Iron and vitamin C

Each cycle leads to iron losses. Anses sets the nutritional reference at 11 mg of iron per day for an adult woman with light to moderate menstrual losses, and at 16 mg when they are heavy ⁽²⁾.

Iron helps the normal formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin, and vitamin C increases iron absorption. Our Ferrochel® Iron Bisglycinate provides 14 mg of iron per capsule, or 100% of the NRVs, and 100 mg of vitamin C, or 125% of the NRVs.

Folates (vitamin B9)

Folates help the normal formation of blood. Our Folic Acid provides 400 µg of Quatrefolic® folates per capsule, or 200% of the NRVs, in one capsule per day.

What plants are in a supplement for the menstrual cycle?

Our Women's Cycle Formula combines two plants, dosed and standardised. The saffron stigma extract is dosed at 30 mg per day, including 0.6 mg of safranal and 1.5 mg of crocins. Ginger is provided at 500 mg per day, including 25 mg of gingerol, its main aromatic compound.

We have chosen a formula without isoflavones, and we present these plants solely for their composition.

How to choose a supplement for your menstrual cycle?

Choosing a supplement for your menstrual cycle starts with the label. Four criteria matter:

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  The nutrient and its dose: look for the daily amount and its share of the NRVs, rather than a promise.



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  Your dietary intake: if your meals contain little iron, this is the first nutrient to look at.



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  The combination between products: magnesium and vitamin B6 are found in several formulas.



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  The composition of the plants: a standardised extract declares the content of its compounds.

Our guide on the 4 phases of the menstrual cycle explains what changes from one week to the next.

Why choose Novoma supplements?

Transparent dosages. Each sheet indicates the daily amount provided and its share of the NRVs.

Named forms. Ferrochel® iron bisglycinate, vitamin B6 as pyridoxal-5-phosphate, Quatrefolic® folates: the chosen form appears on the label.

Traced ingredients. The origin and supplier of each active ingredient appear on the product sheet.

A hassle-free routine. With the subscription, you receive your supplements every month or two, at -10% and without commitment.

Precautions and points of vigilance

Dietary supplements should not be used as substitutes for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Keep out of reach of young children.

The Women's Cycle Formula is reserved for adults. It is not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women and people taking antidepressants. Magnesium Bisglycinate is not recommended in case of renal or cardiac insufficiency. Iron Bisglycinate is not recommended for people suffering from diseases resulting in an abnormal accumulation of iron (haemochromatosis, polycythaemia...).

The Women's Cycle Formula and Magnesium Bisglycinate both provide magnesium and vitamin B6: ask for the advice of a healthcare professional before combining them. Under hormonal contraception or treatment, ask the advice of your doctor or pharmacist.

Persistent irregular cycles, absence of menstruation or intense symptoms warrant consulting a healthcare professional.

References

1. European Commission (2012). Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 establishing a list of authorised health claims relating to foods. EUR-Lex. Health claims used: vitamin B6, magnesium, iron, vitamin C, folates.

2. Anses (2021). Opinion on the update of French nutritional references for vitamins and minerals (referral no. 2018-SA-0238), March 2, 2021, table 3: nutritional references for iron.