Botanical support for perimenopause and menopause.

Support the symptoms of perimenopause and menopause without complicating the journey.

Thistle & Sage makes botanical food supplements for perimenopause and menopause. Each formula focuses on a clear group of concerns, with named ingredients and straightforward guidance.

Made in the UK / Launching 2026
UK ManufacturedVegan & VegetarianNo Synthetic FillersNamed IngredientsGMP Manufacturing

Why we built the range

Perimenopause can start years before your last period. Symptoms can change month to month. There is no single menopause experience.
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Many menopause supplements use broad promises and leave you to work out what is in the capsule. That makes choosing harder when your symptoms keep changing.

We’re building eight formulas around four common groups of concerns: temperature changes, sleep, mood, and clarity. Each formula names its botanicals and explains what each ingredient is there for.

Join the founding members list for 20% off your first order and early access to all eight formulas. Tell us what matters most to you, and we’ll use that feedback as we prepare to launch.

The Thistle & Sage range

Eight Formulas. Two Life Stages.
One Honest Range.

Choose your life stage. Choose your formula. If you have a thyroid condition, hormone-sensitive condition, or are on HRT or tamoxifen, a Thyroid & Hormone Safe alternative sits directly beneath each formula.

Perimenopause

For women in the transition — cycles changing, symptoms beginning.

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What it supports

  • Hormonal balance during irregular perimenopause cycles
  • Early hot flushes and temperature regulation
  • Sleep disruption and nervous system calm
  • Mood stability and stress resilience

Key ingredients

Chasteberry (Vitex agnus-castus)Black Cohosh (Actaea racemosa)Valerian Root (Valeriana officinalis)Ashwagandha KSM-66 (Withania somnifera)Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata)Sage Leaf (Salvia officinalis)

Botanicals only

No vitamins. No minerals. Just six targeted botanicals.

Why each ingredient

UK ManufacturedGMP Certified

Always consult your GP before use, particularly if you are taking hormonal contraception or fertility treatments.

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Menopause

For women post-menopause — managing established symptoms and long-term health.

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Launching soon — join the waitlist for 20% off
Launching soon — join the waitlist for 20% off

↳ Thyroid & Hormone Safe version available below

Launching soon — join the waitlist for 20% off

Not sure which formula is right for you?

Join the waitlist and we’ll be in touch with our recommendation.

Thistle & Sage products are food supplements, not medicines. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition. Thyroid & Hormone Safe formulas are designed to exclude ingredients with known phytoestrogen activity, goitrogenic properties, or documented interactions with thyroid medication and hormone therapies — however individual responses vary and this does not constitute medical advice. Women with diagnosed thyroid conditions, hormone-sensitive conditions, or those taking prescribed medication must consult their GP or specialist before starting any supplement. Some ingredients interact with specific medications — read individual product guidance carefully. Manufactured in the UK to GMP standard.

Read the label

What’s inside.
And why.

We list every active ingredient, its botanical name, and the reason it is there. These notes describe how each ingredient has traditionally been used or what it contributes to everyday health.

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Sage Leaf

Salvia officinalis

Used in European herbal medicine since the Middle Ages to support comfort during hot flushes and reduce excessive perspiration.

Not suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding. If you have epilepsy, speak to your doctor before use because sage contains compounds that may affect seizure threshold at high doses.

Black cohosh flower spikes growing in woodland.
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Black Cohosh

Actaea racemosa

Used in traditional North American and European herbal medicine to support comfort during menopausal transition.

Stop taking Black Cohosh and speak to your doctor if you develop possible liver-related symptoms such as yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, severe upper stomach pain, or unusual tiredness. Not suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or for women under 18; ask your GP before using it continuously for longer than six months.

Harvested ashwagandha roots.
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Ashwagandha

Withania somnifera

An adaptogenic root used in Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years to support resilience to stress and hormonal balance.

White valerian flowers in bloom.
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Valerian Root

Valeriana officinalis

Used in European herbal medicine since antiquity to support relaxation and sleep quality.

Valerian may cause drowsiness, so take care before driving or using machinery. Avoid combining it with alcohol or prescription sleep medicines, and ask your GP or pharmacist before use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Red clover flower and leaves in bloom.
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Red Clover

Trifolium pratense

A natural source of plant isoflavones, used traditionally to support hormonal balance in post-menopausal women.

Red Clover contains plant oestrogens. If you have or have had a hormone-sensitive condition, including certain breast cancers, or take tamoxifen or hormone therapy, speak to your GP or specialist before use.

Purple and white passionflower in full bloom.
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Passionflower

Passiflora incarnata

Used in European and North American herbal traditions to ease nervous tension and support calm.

Passionflower may add to the effects of medicines prescribed for sleep or anxiety, so check with your GP or pharmacist before combining them. Avoid alcohol, and do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding without medical advice.

Yellow-green Rhodiola rosea flower head.
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Rhodiola Rosea

Rhodiola rosea

An adaptogenic root used in Scandinavian and Siberian herbal traditions to support mental clarity and resistance to fatigue.

If you take antidepressants, particularly SSRIs or MAOIs, or have bipolar disorder, speak to your doctor before using Rhodiola. Not suitable during pregnancy; taking it in the morning may be preferable if you find it energising.

Magnesium-rich foods including seeds, beans, leafy greens, avocado and dark chocolate.
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Magnesium

Essential mineral

Magnesium contributes to healthy functioning of the nervous system and to a reduction of tiredness and fatigue.

Higher-dose magnesium supplements may have a laxative effect. If you have kidney disease, or take antibiotics or thyroid medication, ask your GP or pharmacist whether this supplement is suitable and how to space it from your medicines.

Fresh lemon balm herb leaves
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Lemon Balm

Melissa officinalis

Lemon balm is a member of the mint family that has grown in European herb gardens since at least the Middle Ages. It has a lemony scent and is traditionally used to support calm without leaving you feeling foggy or sedated. In perimenopause, it can sit alongside Valerian Root and Passionflower for sleep support, and alongside Rhodiola for days when you feel exhausted and wired. May enhance the effects of sedative medication. If you take anything for sleep or anxiety, check with your GP first. Not suitable during pregnancy.

If you take prescribed medication for sleep or anxiety, check with your GP or pharmacist before adding Lemon Balm because it may add to the effects of sedatives. Not suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding without medical advice.

Dark green leafy vegetables rich in folate
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Methylfolate

Active folate

Folate supports healthy psychological function, helps reduce tiredness and fatigue, and plays a role in healthy cell division. We use methylfolate, the active form of folate, rather than folic acid. If you are taking methotrexate or other folate-affecting medication, consult your GP before use.

If you take methotrexate or another medicine that affects how your body uses folate, speak to your GP or pharmacist before use.

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Copper

Trace mineral

Copper is a trace mineral that works alongside zinc. When zinc intake increases, including copper helps maintain the balance between the two minerals and supports energy and immune function over time. Do not take alongside other copper-containing supplements without checking with your GP.

Do not take additional copper supplements alongside this formula without checking with your GP or pharmacist first. High copper intakes can be harmful.

Angelica sinensis plant with white flowers
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Dong Quai

Angelica sinensis

Dong Quai has been used in Chinese and Japanese herbal medicine for over two thousand years. In menopause, it is traditionally used alongside other botanicals to support comfort during hot flushes and emotional shifts after menopause. It sits here alongside Sage Leaf and Black Cohosh as part of a rounded formula for established menopause symptoms. Not suitable during pregnancy. Not suitable for women taking blood-thinning medication, including warfarin. May increase sensitivity to sunlight; use sun protection if you notice any change in skin sensitivity.

Not suitable during pregnancy or for women taking blood-thinning medication, including warfarin, without medical advice. Some people find their skin becomes more sensitive to sunlight whilst taking it, so use sun protection if you notice a change.

Schisandra chinensis red berries on branch
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Schisandra

Schisandra chinensis

Schisandra is a climbing vine native to northern China and Russia, producing clusters of deep red berries used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for centuries. It has traditional use for hot flushes and night sweats after menopause and contains no plant oestrogens, which is why it fits the Thyroid & Hormone Safe range alongside Sage Leaf and Black Cohosh. Schisandra affects how the body processes some medications. If you take prescription medication regularly, speak to your GP before use. Not suitable during pregnancy.

Schisandra may affect how the body processes some medicines, so speak to your GP or pharmacist before use if you take prescription medication regularly. Not suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding without medical advice.

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CoQ10

Coenzyme Q10

CoQ10 is a compound produced by cells and involved in turning food into energy. The body produces less of it with age, and it is included here to support the energy-production process after menopause. It contains no plant oestrogens and has no known thyroid interactions. If you take blood-thinning medication or statins, speak to your GP before use, as CoQ10 may interact with both.

If you take warfarin, a statin, or other regular medication, tell your GP or pharmacist before starting CoQ10 so they can check whether it is suitable for you.

These notes describe traditional use and everyday nutritional support. Ask your GP or pharmacist before starting a supplement.

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What you
need to know.

Launch is planned for 2026. Join the founding list and we’ll email you before the public launch.

No. The formulas are still in development and are not available to buy yet.

We’ll publish each full ingredient list, dose, and safety warning before launch. Ask your GP or pharmacist before taking a supplement, especially if you take medication.

We’re working towards vegan and vegetarian options. We’ll label the final status clearly on every product.

We’ll send occasional launch updates and your founding member offer. You can unsubscribe whenever you like.

Some botanicals can interact with medicines or HRT. Ask your GP or pharmacist before taking a new supplement.

Thistle & Sage

Eight botanical formulas for perimenopause and menopause.

Manufactured in the UK

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