Organic Herbal Female Complex
The female endocrine system is a finely balanced complex network of interconnecting hormones and glands. This system requires constant support throughout a woman’s life to ensure healthy adaptation to the various cyclical changes that ensue. Common factors known to adversely interfere with female hormonal health include; stress, obesity, toxic contaminants e.g. pesticide residues, poor diet, lack of exercise, and drug-drug interaction. Utilising specific herbal remedies can help regulate female hormone balance and thus alleviate many common physical and psychological symptoms.
Potential applications: Menopausal symptoms including hot flushes, night sweats, emotional irritability, vaginal atrophy, weight gain, depression, joint pains, poor libido, headaches, nervousness, and fatigue. Beneficial in cases of amenorrhoea, dysmenorrhoea, and ovarian pain e.g. cysts (PCOS), and in conditions of oestrogen excess e.g. uterine fibroids. The adaptogenic effects of Astragalus coupled with adrenal / liver supportive properties of Liquorice, and anti-anxiety effects of Avena sativa strengthen the anti-stress mechanisms during the menopause, thus helping facilitate this natural hormonal transition. PMS symptoms (e.g. ovarian pain). May also be suitable for polycystic ovarian syndrome. Hypertension, reducing high cholesterol, reducing mucus production i.e. chest infections, expectorant action. Benefits are also noted for depression, headaches, and cardiovascular and circulatory disorders.
See below for further information.
Viridian Organic Herbal Female Complex capsules
Ingredients (one vegetarian capsule provides):
Black Cohosh (organic) - 75mg
Red Clover (organic) - 75mg
Sage (organic) - 75mg
Astragalus (organic) - 75mg
Avena Sativa (organic) - 50mg
Liquorice Root (organic) - 50mg
Fennel seed (organic) - 25mg
Artichoke (organic) - 25mg
Vegetarian Cellulose Capsule - 100mg
Viridian Organic Herbal Female Complex - 90 Veg Caps - £18.20
30 caps - £7.70
Black Cohosh (Organic) - As a woman approaches menopause, the signals between the ovaries and the pituitary gland diminish, slowing down oestrogen production and increasing lutenising hormone (LH) secretions. This hormonal shift results in many of the unpleasant symptoms such as hot flushes, depression, joint pain, nervousness etc. Clinical studies from Germany have demonstrated that an extract of Black Cohosh decreases lutenising hormone (LH) secretions in menopausal women. Hot flushes seem to be the most physical evidence of these hormonal changes. The isoflavone, Formononetin, is a key constituent in the herb that has been shown in studies to bind to oestrogen receptor sites. Another phytochemical, cimicifugoside, is believed to affect the hypothalamus-pituitary system. Research results indicate that Black cohosh is a suitable natural alternative/adjunct to conventional menopause remedies, with improvements being noted in both physical and psychological symptoms. Black cohosh also has noted benefits with regards to premenstrual discomfort and painful menstruation.
Red Clover (Organic) - Modern research has revealed that red clover also contains high amounts of isoflavones, such as genistein, which have weak estrogen-like properties – thus may help alleviate menopausal symptoms. Recent research indicates that the isoflavones found in red clover have a protective effect on cardiovascular health through the menopause.
Sage (Organic) - In the UK herbalists employ sage to treat symptoms of menopause, such as hot flushes. An unpublished, preliminary German study with patients suffering from excessive perspiration (hyperhydrosis) found that either a dry leaf extract or an infusion of the leaf reduced sweating by as much as 50%.
Astragalus (Organic) - Astragalus is a tonic herb and exerts anti-stress effects helping to build energy, strengthen digestion, improve memory, and resistance to disease. Astragalus has demonstrated a wide range of potential therapeutic applications in immunodeficiency syndromes, as an adjunct cancer therapy, and for its adaptogenic effect on the heart and kidneys. Astragalus root has been used to promote immune function and as a tonic to build stamina. Ancient Chinese texts record the use of Astragalus for tonifying the spleen, blood, and qi.
Avena Sativa (Organic) - Avena sativa exerts a relaxing influence having a calming effect in chronic anxiety states. Avena sativa can be considered as a superb nourishing food for any state of debility and exhaustion and during convalescence. It has a particular application to the nervous system being extremely useful as a long-term measure in any nervous debility, such as shingles and other forms of herpes, neuritis, and even chronic depression.
Liquorice (Organic) - Licorice is believed to exert an alterative action on oestrogen metabolism; this would imply that it has an adaptogenic action peaking out the highs and lows of oestrogen. Glycyrrhetinic acid antagonises many of the effects of oestrogens, particularly those from external sources (xeno-oestrogens). Licorice exerts steroidal effects of its own and demonstrates important clinical significance in cases of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) and adrenal exhaustion states.
Fennel Seed (Organic) - Fennel is known as a useful source of phyto-oestrogens exerting mild estrogenic actions. The major constituents, which include the terpenoid anethole, are found in the volatile oil. Anethole and other terpenoids inhibit spasms in smooth muscles, such as those in the intestinal tract, and the reproductive tract.
Artichoke (Organic) - Artichoke has a marked effect on increasing the biosynthesis, excretion of cholesterol and solids in the bile. This makes it a useful remedy for lowering blood fats such as cholesterol and triglycerides. Research has found that the flavonoids from the artichoke (e.g. luteolin) have been shown to prevent LDL-cholesterol oxidation, an effect that may reduce risk of atherosclerosis. Being both a liver and digestive tonic, Artichoke can support key detoxification processes important in influencing female health and vitality.
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