- Trial assessed the efficacy of Elix’s Cycle Balance on 15 common menstrual symptoms associated with dysmenorrhea (period pain) and on reducing the need to use OTC pain medication for their treatment
- 90% of participants stated Cycle Balance improved their PMS and menstrual symptoms overall
- 85% of participants were impressed with their results from taking Cycle Balance
- 80% of participants missed fewer work hours and canceled plans, and were overall more productive by month three1
NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Elix, the first digital platform to combine Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with a proprietary algorithm to empower self-healing, is proud to announce the results of a pioneering clinical trial that validates the efficacy of its hero product, Cycle Balance, a personalized formula of medicinal herbs that holistically supports menstrual symptoms by treating underlying hormonal imbalances, on significantly reducing the severity of 15 common menstrual symptoms associated with dysmenorrhea, including:
- Pre-menstrual cramps
- Menstrual cramps
- Mood swings
- Feeling anxious/depressed
- Acne flare-ups
- Headaches
- Back aches
- Other body aches
- Bloating
- Gastrointestinal issues
- Joint or muscle pains
- Tiredness or fatigue
- Weight gain to fluid retention
- Breast tenderness
- Appetite change/food cravings
Chronic cycle related and hormonal imbalances affect 90% of women2, about 80 million in the US and about 700 million globally, often leading to debilitating symptoms like migraines, painful cramps, and heavy bleeding. However, only 4% of research and development address women’s health issues in the US3, leading to significant gaps in knowledge and treatment options, forcing women to be their own health advocates. Well documented research demonstrates gender bias in women’s healthcare which results in poor outcomes, delay in care, shame and stigma, and unnecessary suffering.
In Q1 2022, Elix completed its first Institutional Review Board (IRB)-approved independent clinical trial to formally evaluate if Cycle Balance formulas provided relief from menstrual symptoms and resulted in a reduced need for OTC pain medication. The trial took place over three months and consisted of 65 participants between the ages of 18-36. Each described typically having moderate to severe discomfort during menstruation, and all reported being in good health and living active and healthy lifestyles. Participants were provided with their own tailored blend of Cycle Balance, were instructed on how to take it, and completed monthly surveys before, during, and after the three month trial period to track changes in their symptoms.
Not only do the results overwhelmingly verify that Cycle Balance delivered a significant reduction in the severity of common menstrual symptoms, the results offer clear and compelling evidence that underscores recent studies and over 5,000 years of anecdotal evidence that TCM is an effective treatment option to address these symptoms holistically by targeting the root cause of pain to support overall cycle and hormone health.
Additional Key Insights:
- 85% of participants reported better cycle regulation
- 82% of participants experienced fewer premenstrual and menstrual cramps
- 80% of participants had fewer mood swings
- 79% of participants felt more energized during menstruation
Select Secondary Insights:
- 90% of participants reported fewer acne flare-ups
- 90% of participants experienced less backaches
- 77% of participants noticed reduction in bloating
- 80% of participants had fewer days feeling depressed or anxious
“I created Elix because I was sick of painkillers and birth control being the only options for our periods and knew there had to be more natural healing alternatives. We at Elix are thrilled that the trial demonstrates how Cycle Balance herbal medicine supports menstrual symptoms holistically. We are forging ahead and investing in additional clinical research that will ultimately help every person with a period tune into their bodies, naturally heal hormonal imbalances, and feel like the best version of themselves – everyday of the month,” says Founder & CEO, Lulu Ge.
Elix recognizes that there is no one-size-fits-all in health and offers a holistic alternative to empower self healing and makes access to scientifically-backed natural remedies more convenient and available than ever before.
To learn more about the clinical trial, please visit ElixHealing.com. The full range of products is also available at ElixHealing.com. For questions, see FAQs.
ABOUT ELIX
Founded by Lulu Ge in 2020, Elix is the first digital platform to use modern technology to personalize Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), by combining time-tested knowledge, medicinal botanicals, and clinical research to empower self-healing. Built on the principle that menstrual cycles are a vital sign for our overall health, Elix formulates pure and potent liquid herbal extracts clinically proven to treat hormonal imbalances that are the root cause of painful and life-disrupting symptoms.
Thus far, its community spans over all 50 states and Canada, ranges from 16-52 years of age, and has completed over 150,000 health assessments. Beyond herbal treatments, Elix is committed to breaking women’s health taboos and bridging the gap in healthcare knowledge through community events and their content vertical The Wisdom.
Works cited
- Schoep M.E, Adang E.M.M, Maas J.W.M, et al (2019). Productivity loss due to menstruation-related symptoms. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2018-026186
- Winer, S. A., Rapkin, A. J. (2006). Premenstrual disorders: prevalence, etiology and impact. Journal of Reproductive Medicine; 51(4 Suppl):339-347.
- Das, Reenita (2018). Women’s Healthcare Comes Out Of The Shadows. Forbes; Healthcare
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