Herbs/plant extracts:
Black Cohosh Root powder - 50mg, Dong Quai Root powder - 50mg, Fenugreek Seed powder - 50mg, Sage Extract 4:1 - 12.5mg, Mexican Wild Yam Root powder - 50mg
Micronutrients:
Vit B1 - 5mg, Vit B2- 5mg, Vit B3 - 5mg , Vit B5 - 5mg, Vit B6 - 5mg, Vit B12 - 25mcg; D-Biotin - 25mcg, Folic acid - 200mcg, Vit C - 50mg and Vit E 50% - 10.5mg
Minerals:
Iron Amino Acid Chelate 20% - 20mg, Selenium Amino Acid Chelate 0.2% - 8.33mg, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate 10% - 20mg and Kelp - 8.333mg
HERBS/PLANT EXTRACTS:
Black Cohosh (Cimicifugaracemosa)
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Exhibits estrogenic activity.
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Well-researched for its efficacy in alleviating hot flushes by lowering levels of the luteinising hormone (LH), which is secreted by the pituitary gland.
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May be useful in alleviating vaginal dryness as well as mood disturbances (depression) in women.
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Black Cohosh does not interfere with the secretion of other hormones form the pituitary gland.
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It is a uterine stimulant and should not be taken by pregnant women.
Dong quai (Angelica sinensis)
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A general tonic that is considered ‘the female ginseng’ midway between plant estrogens and plant progesterones and is often prescribed for painful menstruation, pre-menstrual syndrome (PMS), fatigue, menopausal symptoms, weakness after childbirth, fibroid uterus and fibrocystic breast disease.
Fenugreek
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Maintains blood sugar levels, especially important in the management of insulin resistance.
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Assists in controlling of hot flushes.
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Widely used and prescribed as a milk producing agent for nursing mothers.
Sage
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Helps with hot flushes and night sweats.
Wild Yam
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Provides natural progesterone to balance the estrogenic activity of Black Cohosh.
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Helps prevent osteoporosis.
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Helps with vaginal dryness, decreased libido, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and painful periods, headaches and painful joints.
Kelp
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A good source of iodine, an essential trace element for life.
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Iodine is essential for the formation and function of thyroid hormones that govern metabolism.
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May have a protective effect on breast cancer.
MICRONUTRIENTS:
Vitamin B1
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Alleviates most symptoms of PMS, namely depression, fatigue and irritability.
Vitamin B2
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Used to treat PMS especially for fatigue and tension.
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Supports cellular respiration and improves the oxygen utilisation of all cells.
Vitamin B3
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Important for the formation of estrogen and progesterone.
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Used to supplement the body’s energy stores and is valuable in treating fatigue.
Vitamin B6
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Reduces fluid retention and helps for painful or tender breasts.
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Often used to treat moodiness, depression and low libido.
Vitamin B12
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Responsible for the production of red blood cells, cell growth and metabolism of nerve tissue.
Biotin (Vitamin B7)
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Essential for enzymes responsible for female hormone balance.
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Plays a role in blood sugar balance.
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Often recommended for hair loss.
Folic Acid (Vitamin B9)
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Essential for female hormone balance.
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Essential for red blood production and cell function (prevent anemia).
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Essential for nervous system function.
Vitamin C
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An important antioxidant that delays aging.
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May help reduce hot flushes and accelerate tissue repair.
Vitamin E
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Vitamin E and Selenium provide protection against cardiovascular disease:
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Acts as a natural anti-coagulant (prevents blood clotting).
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Improve the permeability of the capillaries, thereby allowing oxygen and nutrients flow into tissue.
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Prevents oxidation of LDL-cholesterol, thereby preventing the deposit of LDL-cholesterol into the artery lining.
MINERALS:
Iron
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Essential for red blood cell formation and function.
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Prevents iron deficiency anemia.
Selenium
Zinc
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Important nutrient in the treatment of skin problems.
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Acts as a co-factor in antioxidant processes.
