Women's Health

Did you know asparagus is considered an aphrodisiac. I have gotten excellent feedback from clients. Besides being a female tonic, it also helps the liver, kidneys and immune system function.

The following is information from Himalaya Herbal HealthCare.

Shatavari is considered to be one of the most helpful herbs for women as it helps in balancing the female hormonal system. The main herbal rejuvenative for women, Shatavari nourishes and cleanses the blood and the female reproductive organs. It is also a source of plant-derived estrogens, making Shatavari a healthy choice for women who are nursing as well as menopausal and post-menopausal women.

Healing qualities of Shatavari are also very effective on the female reproductive system related problems. It helps in minimizing the women’s complaints related to menstrual cycles (Statavari minimizes the pain, controls the loss of blood and other fluids during menstrual cycle). It also helps in decreasing the inflammation of femal sexual organs, in fighting tiredness and morning sickness, helps in problems related to infertility, leucorrhea, and in regulating ovulation etc, which occur during the menopause cycle and is considered to be the worst nightmares of any woman. Women, who face problems of hot flashes should try Shatavari.

When also have standardized asparagus by Avesthogen Inc. and Enzymatic Therapy.

I’ve received so much good feedback from clients on the aforementioned recommendation. Women tell me they can’t go without it. Michelle has finally had a normal menstruation and is feeling less bloating. Many others tell me they are no longer having vaginal atrophy.

These are just a few of the many comments I hear regarding Shatavari.

Some women aren’t aware that Premarin and Prempro may cause an increase in blood pressure; elevation of CRP (C-Reactive Protein) – marker in blood work that determines systemic inflammation, which can cause serious heart problems, e.g. stroke. Also may cause breast cancer and/or blood clots.

One woman I know just used a small amount premarin cream and started vomiting everyday, not realizing that the cream was the cause. She thought she had a virus.

The alternatives to the aforementioned are natural progesterone cream by Life-flo or Emerita (paraben free), along with Natural Factor’s EstroSense for hormone balance support.

Another great product to use is Shatavari or as mentioned in my blog entitled Asparagus.

Please discuss all your options with your gynecologist and have the necessary blood tests first.

The following is a testimonial from a woman who used Life-flo progesterone:

From Ohio
This product absolutely saved me. I’m just 43, so I assume it’s perimenopause, but I began suddenly having horrific night sweats and hot flashes throughout the day. I was getting little sleep as I was awakened every night tossing and turning to cool off several times a night. After suffering through them for several weeks, I finally researched what I could do to help. This cream was a true life saver for me. It put a complete stop to my uncomfortable night sweats and hot flashes after just one day! No kidding! I applied it in the morning and that very night, I slept for the first time in weeks without awakening. It was incredible. I could not believe how quickly and effectively it worked for me. If you’re suffering from hot flashes and you haven’t tried a progesterone cream yet…. this one works!! Maybe they all do..I don’t know, but I do KNOW this one does!

Hypothyroidism is more common in women. The balance of estrogen and progesterone can have a big influence on the thyroid glands. This is one of the biggest problems when women approach menopause.

Women on synthetic estrogen therapy are particularly susceptible to decreased thyroid function. Also, the effects of stress and the balance of stress hormones are important factors in thyroid function.

Have your doctor check your TSH levels, as well as your hormone levels.

There are naturals products that you can try that may help alleviate the aforementioned condition, e.g., Natural Factors’ Menosense and Natural Factors’ Thyroid Health Formula.

Parabens are preservatives used in creams, cosmetics and deodorants. The question is are they dangerous? If you want you can use NOW’s natural oils with total purity and nothing added. I like Almond oil, which is closest to our skin’s balance.

A small study showed traces of parabens in a tiny sample of breast cancer tumors. Study concludes parabens used as preservatives in creams and deodorants have weak estrogen-like properties, but in another study in question makes no cause-and-effect connection between parabens and breast cancer nor did it conclusively identify the source of parabens found in the tumors.

My conclusion is let’s leave them out of any of the aforementioned products to be safe.

For example, I suggest trying the natural crystal deodorants by Sedona Products or The Crystal by F/T Ltd., for creams and lotions try Burt’s Bees, Earth Science, Jarrow, Kiss My Face. Also for progesterone creams use Emerita or LifeFlo.