Music, Hormones & Wellness: How Sound Supports Menopause, Male Health and Aging
By Vitalis Origin — evidence-informed tips for hormonal wellbeing
Introduction
Music is more than entertainment — it’s a science-backed wellness tool. Studies show it influences stress, hormones, mood, sleep, and memory. For people in midlife — especially during perimenopause, menopause, and male aging — music can be a low-cost, enjoyable complement to nutrition, lifestyle strategies, and plant-based supplementation.
How Music Affects the Body
Music works through multiple pathways: lowering cortisol, stimulating dopamine and oxytocin, and calming the nervous system.
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According to Linnemann and colleagues (2016), music listening in daily life significantly reduced subjective stress and sped up emotional recovery.
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In 2018, Hasanah et al. showed that music therapy lowered cortisol, confirming music’s role as a biological stress buffer.
Sex Differences: Men vs Women
Hormonal responses to music vary by sex.
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Fukui (2001) found that men who listened to music experienced reduced testosterone levels, suggesting music helps regulate stress-related hormonal activity.
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In a later review, Fukui (2006) reported that women sometimes experienced increased testosterone after music exposure, while men’s levels tended to decrease — pointing to distinct male–female differences.
Music and Menopause
Perimenopause and menopause often bring sleep disruption, mood changes, and stress. Music offers a simple supportive therapy.
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According to Ugurlu (2017), women who listened to calming music for 15–20 minutes daily over six weeks experienced fewer menopausal symptoms, improved sleep, and reduced depression.
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Women’s health programs have also observed that regular music therapy promotes relaxation, emotional resilience, and better self-esteem.
Male Wellness and Aging
For men, music contributes to stress relief, cardiovascular protection, and brain health.
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Fukui (2001) again highlighted how music listening lowered testosterone in men, suggesting an adaptive response to reduce stress burden.
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In a 2020 review, Raglio and colleagues found that group music activities and instrument learning improved memory, executive function, and emotional well-being in older adults.
Music, Sleep, and Recovery
Quality sleep is essential for hormonal balance — and music is a proven aid.
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A systematic review by Petrovsky et al. (2021) concluded that music interventions improved subjective sleep quality across multiple trials, especially among older adults.
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In an earlier randomized controlled trial, Chan (2009) demonstrated that bedtime music improved sleep efficiency and reduced awakenings in older adults with insomnia.
Across the Lifespan: Age-Tailored Benefits
The benefits of music shift with age.
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In a 2020 review, Raglio et al. showed that community music activities enhanced cognitive stimulation and slowed decline in older adults.
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Similarly, community singing programs studied by various researchers in gerontology found reductions in loneliness and mood decline among seniors.
Practical Ways to Use Music for Hormonal Wellness
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For Sleep: 20–30 minutes of calming music before bed.
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For Stress: 10–15 minutes of relaxing music plus deep breathing after stressful events.
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For Menopause: Daily 15-minute sessions of self-chosen calming music.
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For Cognitive Health: Join music groups or learn an instrument in midlife or older age.
Vitalis Origin Integration
Pairing daily music rituals with plant-based supplements amplifies wellness results:
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Sleep-support supplements + nightly calming playlist.
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Adaptogenic blends + stress-reset music breaks.
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Mood-support nutrients + social music activities.
Conclusion
According to research from 2016 through 2021, music is a universal wellness tool — accessible, affordable, and effective. For women in menopause and men navigating midlife, music supports sleep, reduces stress, balances hormones, and strengthens cognitive health. Combined with nutrition and supplementation, it helps build a holistic strategy for lifelong vitality.