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Hormonal Balance and Herbs

The change? Why do people call this time of life "the change"? What am I suppose to change into? It's like saying I'm going through some weird kind of metamorphosis! "She's going through the change" someone whispers, and suddenly everyone gets quite and moves away. What horrible thing will emerge? Or here's a good one "Have you been taking your medicine?" To which I can't help but respond with a resounding "NO" and a demented laugh!

The hormonal system is complicated and regulates the way our bodies function. Estrogen and progesterone are the two main hormones whose balance is very important in a woman's body. Keeping this delicate balance between estrogen and progesterone is not easy. Diet, lifestyle and stress can also affect this system. When there is an imbalance, the symptoms are not hard to spot!

Some symptoms that may be caused by an estrogen deficiency:

• Hot flashes
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Irregular menstrual flow
• Bloating
• Cramping
• Breast tenderness
• Mood swings
• Insomnia
• Vaginal dryness
• Loss of sex drive
• Depression
• Difficult breathing
• Heart palpitations
• Elevated blood pressure:

When estrogen dominance occurs it can create even more of an imbalance. Yet the symptoms are often the same.

All of these symptoms can be greatly improved and even reversed by balancing estrogen with natural progesterone. Progesterone is more often overlooked and can help balance estrogen levels. Here's how it works. Natural estrogen is found in many foods and herbs in the form of phytoesterogen (plant estrogen). Phytoestrogen so closely resemble human progesterone that the body reacts to it as if it were progesterone and brings the body's estrogen levels into balance.

Many herbal formulas are designed to increase the body's ability to balance its own estrogen by using plants which contain high concentration of these phytoesterogens. Some more complete formulas will also contain vitamins, minerals and herbs to alleviate the symptoms. There are many herbal formulas to choose from and the formula you choose should depend on what symptoms you are having. So read your labels and as always consult a qualified practitioner.

Effective formulas:

• Change-O-Life
  Formula is a blend of Black Cohosh and other popular women's supplements for a powerful synergy.
  
• Femaprin
  Indicates include menstrual discomforts stemming from estrogen/progesterone imbalance. This includes PMS/PMT, hypermenorrhea, dysmenorrhea, menopause, heavy or frequent menses, amenorrhea (lack of menses), hot flashes associated with menopause, and other related conditions.
  
• EstroSoy Plus
  A phytoestrogen rich dietary supplement made from whole soybeans fermented with a natural, proprietary process. Relieves hot flashes and night sweats, supports breast health, and promotes healthy bones by helping the body retain calcium.
  
• Menopause Formula Tincture
  This formula aids the menopausal woman and helps to alleviate the classical menopausal symptoms of hot flashes, dizziness, headache, breathing difficulties, heart palpitations, and depression.
  
• Female Estrogen Tincture
  Promotes hormonal balance. Does not contain hormones. Effective for women who are experiencing menopause.
  
• Woman's Treasure
  Chinese medicine uses Dong Quai and other herbs to tonfiy the blood, regulate female reproductive systems, and alleviate menstrual cramps and hot flashes.100% Natural.
  
• Dong Quai
  Mostly known as an herb for the female reproductive system. Used for menstrual cramping, irregularity, delayed flow, weakness during menstruation, and for hot flashes associated with menopause.
  
• FemVitále
  Has been shown to be an extremely effective health tonic for relieving the many discomforts associated with menstruation and menopause.
  
• Fem-Mend
  Provides herbs women have included in their diets for centuries to maintain balance and healthy lifestyles. These herbs are still valued worldwide by modern women.
  
• Vitex (Chaste Berry) Tincture
  Well known for its balancing effects to the female reproductive system. Found to benefit both PMS and menopausal symptoms.
  
• Evening Primrose Oil
  EPO is good for anyone interested in a natural source of essential fatty acids needed by the body. It is especially helpful in treating premenstrual syndrome (PMS), menstrual cycle irregularities, menopause, and endometriosis.

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