Balance you hormones
Optimal female hormonal balance, including the symptoms of PMS and Menopause.
Dosage:
Take one capsule once or twice a day.
Avoid MaxiFem during pregnancy.
Ingredients:
Agnus Castus (Chasteberry)
The symptoms of PMS can greatly be reduced or even eliminated by making an effort to get your hormones in proper balance. Vitex is one of the top — if not the top — herbal recommendations when it comes to natural PMS relief.
For a woman, inappropriately increased production of prolactin may be a factor in cyclic breast tenderness and other PMS symptoms. Vitex is believed to work well at reducing PMS symptoms because it suppresses the release of prolactin from the pituitary gland.
Numerous studies suggest that chasteberry may help reduce symptoms of PMS, including breast tenderness, headache and irritable mood.
Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous tumors found within the uterine walls, often resulting in a change in the size or shape of the uterus as well as several unpleasant symptoms. A key way to prevent and reduce uterine fibroids is to maintain a proper balance of hormones.
Chasteberry can help to balance the ratio of oestrogen to progesterone.
Endometriosis is an often painful disorder in which tissue that normally lines the inside of your uterus grows outside your uterus. It most commonly involves your ovaries, bowels or the tissue lining your pelvis. No one is sure of the exact cause of endometriosis, but some
contributing factors include hormonal imbalances and genetics.
Amenorrhea is a medical condition in which a woman of reproductive age has her menstrual cycle stop suddenly. If you’re not pregnant and your period is irregular or has stopped, it’s a solid indication that something isn’t right.
Amenorrhea can be caused by a number of factors with one possibility including having too much prolactin in your body, which can cause hypoestrogenism or oestrogen deficiency. Vitex supplementation can help to modulate prolactin and get a healthy balance of estrogen
and progesterone back on track.
Epimedium (Goat Weed)
Helps to increase oestrogen levels, particularly in post-menopausal women
Improving libido
Boosting circulation
Helps to treat conditions like vaginal dryness
Normalising cortisol levels
Helps to increase lean muscle mass
Preventing bone loss
Liquorice Root
Liquorice was found to help the body more efficiently regulate cortisol — the stress hormone — thus giving your adrenals a break. It turns out it’s one of the main adaptogen herbs to help improve stress response.
Licorice root appears to have an oestrogen-like effect in women, lending itself as an option for menstrual- and fertility-related concerns, including as a natural remedy for PMS. For treatment of menopause, liquorice was shown in a Health Care for Women International
study to be better than hormone replacement therapy at reducing the duration of hot flashes.
Korean Ginseng
A surprising ginseng benefit is its ability to work as a natural appetite suppressant. It also boosts your metabolism and helps the body burn fat at a faster rate.
Research has shown that ginseng possesses powerful anticancer properties because of its ability to inhibit tumor growth.
Symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, irritability, anxiety, depressive symptoms, vaginal dryness, decreased sex drive, weight gain, insomnia and thinning hair tend to accompany menopause. Evidence suggests that ginseng can help decrease the
severity and occurrence of these symptoms, as part of a natural menopause treatment plan.
Ginko Biloba
One high-quality clinical trial found that ginkgo biloba reduced symptoms of generalised anxiety disorder.
Some research has shown positive effects of taking ginkgo on reducing PMS symptoms like mood swings, headaches, anxiety, fatigue and muscle pain.
In younger individuals who suffer migraines, with or without auras, ginkgo biloba may reduce frequency and severity of migraine headaches.
Ginkgo biloba might help to improve the quality of sleep without impacting REM function.
Fibromyalgia is a widespread muscle pain typically accompanied by fatigue; headaches; and difficulty with sleep, anxiety and depression. Ginkgo biloba can be used as a natural fibromyalgia treatment.
In several different instances, ginkgo biloba helps to improve the quality of skin when taken regularly.
Lady’s Mantle
One of the top traditional uses of Lady’s Mantle is for natural relief of period cramps. Many herbalists love lady’s mantle for its ability to soothe the aches and pains of menstruation and even to make menstrual flow lighter.
When it comes to menopause, lady’s mantle has a reputation among herbalists for being an effective herbal remedy for symptoms like hot flashes and anxiety.
Other historical ways the herb has been used include as an anti-inflammatory, astringent, diuretic, menstrual cycle regulator, digestive disorder remedy and relaxant for muscle spasms.
Dong Quai
In addition to treating some of the most obvious symptoms of menopause, such as hot flashes, dong Quai may also be useful in preventing bone loss as a result of menopause.
Dong Quai may also be useful in aiding High blood sugar can which can lead to symptoms like frequent urination, trouble concentrating, increased thirst and weight loss.
Dong Quai has a long history as a natural alternative to help alleviate symptoms of menopause.
According to one Italian study, Dong Quai could have an oestrogen effect and may be able to help regulate hormone levels and relieve your menopause symptoms without the use of synthetic chemicals.
Some studies have found that Dong Quai could have an anti-depressant effect and may have a positive impact when it comes to your mood.
Passion Flower
Studies have been conducted that show that passion flower can treat menopausal symptoms such as vasomotor signs (hot flashes and night sweats), insomnia, depression, anger, headaches, and may be a great alternative to conventional hormone therapy.
Helps reduce Insulin Levels
Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha has been shown to support a sluggish thyroid for people diagnosed with under-active thyroid. These ashwagandha health benefits for the thyroid also account for ashwagandha benefits for weight loss since thyroid issues can lead to weight fluctuations.
Research shows that ashwagandha may be useful in supporting adrenal function and helping overcome adrenal fatigue.
If your adrenals are overtaxed due to an overabundance of emotional, physical or mental stress, this can lead to a condition referred to as adrenal fatigue. When your adrenals become exhausted, this can also disrupt other hormones in your body, including progesterone,
which can cause infertility and lower levels of DHEA, a hormone that’s tied to longevity and maintaining a strong body.
One of the most well-known ashwagandha benefits is its ability to work as a natural remedy for anxiety and can also be helpful for people who experience signs of depression. Ashwagandha improves resistance toward stress. Studies show that it thereby improves people’s
self-assessed quality of life.
A study published in BioMed Research International set out to determine the efficacy and safety of 300 milligrams of ashwagandha root extract supplementation twice daily for eight weeks for improving sexual function in 50 healthy women. Researchers found that the
treatment group displayed significantly higher improvements, compared to placebo, in sexual function scores, specifically in areas of arousal, lubrication and orgasm.
Sage
Menopause symptoms like hot flashes, insomnia, dizziness, headaches, nighttime sweating and occasional palpitations. These symptoms arise from hormonal imbalances, namely lowered oestrogen levels, Sage seems to alleviate these and other hormone related
imbalances.
Cordyceps
Cordyceps are jam-packed with antioxidants that can help fight free radical damage, prevent oxidative stress and help slow the signs of ageing to optimise your health.
Traditionally, people of both sexes took tonics made from cordyceps to enhance libido and improve reproductive function.
Recent research has found a strong link between cordyceps and heart health.
L-Tyrosine
Tyrosine helps make several important substances, including:
Dopamine: Dopamine regulates your reward and pleasure centers. This important brain chemical is also important for memory and motor skills.
Adrenaline and noradrenaline: These hormones are responsible for the fight-or-flight response to stressful situations. They prepare the body to “fight” or “flee” from a perceived attack or harm.
Thyroid hormones: Thyroid hormones are produced by the thyroid gland and primarily responsible for regulating metabolism.
Melanin: This pigment gives your skin, hair and eyes their color.
Tribulus
Tribulus terrestris is well-known for its natural ability to increase sex drive and improve sexual satisfaction. One study showed that taking Tribulus terrestris enhanced several measures of sexual function in women after just four weeks and led to improvements in desire,
arousal, satisfaction, lubrication and pain.
Natural diuretics like Tribulus terrestris may also have other beneficial effects on health and could help relieve bloating, lower blood pressure and enhance the body’s natural ability to filter out toxins through the waste.
L-Theanine
Several studies have suggested that L-theanine could help people relax before bedtime, get to sleep more easily, and sleep more deeply.
One of the most well-researched L-theanine benefits is its ability to promote relaxation and fight stress. It is said to be “a relaxing agent without causing sedation,” meaning it can help improve your ability to deal with stress without making you feel lethargic or tired
