Herb/Supplement | Used For | Effects | Notes |
(Vitex agnus-castus; also called chaste tree)
| Menstrual-cycle problems, PMS, Menopause, | Regulates hormones to normalize menstrual function, and relieves mood swings, cramps and depression. | For menstrual problems, take during the last 14 days of the cycle (after ovulation) for 3 to 4 months. For menopause, use at least 3 to 6 months to see results |
>strong>Black Cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa)
| Menopause, PMS | Relieves muscle pain and headaches, eases fatigue and mood swings. Increases vaginal lubrication. Regulates hormones to stop irregular bleeding | Use at least 2 to 3 months to see results. |
| Osteoporosis and bone loss | Calcium deficiency problems can include irritability and nervousness, fatigue and muscle and menstrual cramping, menstrual problems, insomnia, osteoporosis, periodontal disease, and high blood pressure. | 1,000 mg calcium with 500 mg magnesium daily for women under 40. 1,500 mg calcium for women over 40. |
(Viburnum opulus)
| Menstrual-cycle problems, PMS | Relieves cramps, both uterine and muscular, as well as pain in the back and thighs. | Known by a variety of others names, including black haw, high bush cranberry, may rose, red elder and rose elder. |
(Turnera diffusa)
| Depression, sexual and hormonal problems | Helps to ease the cyclical depression and anxiety often associated with the menstrual cycle. | It is generally recommended that 400-800 mg of Damiana be taken three times daily |
B-6 and Potassium | Menstrual-cycle problems, PMS | Breast Tenderness, cramping and water bloating. Used a B-6 and Potassium stack one week before menstrual. | 100 mg B-6 with 99 mg Potassium twice daily one week before menstrual |
(Taraxacum officinale)
| Detox and PMS | Reduces water retention, which eases breast tenderness | Take on an empty stomach. A good source of various vitamins and minerals. |
(Angelica sinensis; also called Tang-kuei)
| Menopause, menstrual-cycle problems, PMS | Increases effectiveness of other menopause therapies while protecting the heart; may reduce hot flashes. Regulates menstrual cycle and reduces cramps. | For menstrual problems, take during the first 14 days of the cycle (before ovulation) for 3 to 4 months. For PMS, start on day 24 and continue until menstruation starts. |
(Zingiber officinale)
| Morning sickness, upset stomach, sea-sickness, and motion sickness | Relieves pain. Also eases digestive upset, including that associated with fluctuations in hormone levels. | Traditional remedy that provides a wide range of other benefits. |
| Breast feeding, Breast enlargement, Menopause, Menstrual aches. | Chemical analysis of the seeds has identified steroidal, estrogen-like saponins trigoneosides, that have therapeutic potential in the treatment of diabetes, menopausal symptoms. | Helps to increase Milk production and enlarge size |
| Migraine headaches | Migraines, menstrual pain, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis. | Effective as a preventative to migraines. |
| Hot Flashes, PMS, Menopause, | Licorice root contains a saponin-like glycoside, glycyrrhizin (glycrrhizic acid) and has historically been used for a variety of female disorders. It is believed to reduce estrogen while increasing progesterone. | This product can be added to others menopause products severe Hot Flashes. Capsules or tablets should provide at least 400-500 mg of Licorice root. Take 2 capsules 2-4 times per day |
Creams and Capsules
| Menopause, PMS, Bone Support, Adrenal Gland (stress) | Pregnenolone has been reported to reduce high stress induced fatigue. Nature’s Feel-Good Hormone. Pregnenolone may help play a role in memory, mood,energy, PMS, menopause, hormone replacement, stress reduction, immunity, arthritis, and other conditions. | Only use 21 days out of the month. |
(Smilax spp.)
| Menopause, PMS, arthritis, cancer, skin diseases | Sarsaparilla also has a tradition of use in various women’s health concerns and was rumored to have a progesterone-like effect. | Capsules or tablets should provide at least 400-500 mg of Sarsaprilla root. Take 2-3 times per day. |
(yohimbine)
| Increases sexual desire as well as improving sexual performance | Has one of the strongest reputations for increasing sexual activity in both men and women | 500 mg to 1,000 mg daily Use at least 3 to 6 weeks to see results. |
(bearberry)
| Water Retention | Effective diuretic for the relief of temporary water retention. This remedy has an especially useful cleansing action on the genito-urinary system and is recommended as a postpartum diuretic. | Do not use during pregnancy.Contraindicated in kidney disorders and irritated digestive conditions. Crude drug preparations may induce nausea and vomiting. |
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