Description
Hormones normally fluctuate during a woman's menstrual cycle. Research shows that premenstrual symptoms are associated with hormone imbalances in the second half of the cycle, including high estrogen and prolactin levels, as well as low progesterone levels.
Menopause occurs in women in their late 40s or early 50s when fertility and menstruation are ending. Women may experience a drop in estrogen levels that can lead to undesirable symptoms, such as hot flashes, night sweats, changes in sleep, mood swings or other symptoms.
Chasteberry contains active constituents that play a role in hormone activity, including support for normal prolactin, estrogen and progesterone levels. It has also been found to decrease the activity of androgens, such as testosterone. Through these actions, chasteberry helps normalize hormones and stabilize menstrual cycle irregularities. Studies have shown that chasteberry extract supplementation also helps mediate premenstrual symptoms, including mood, headache, bloating, and breast fullness. Chasteberry extract has also been shown to help relieve symptoms associated with menopause, such as hot flashes.
Indications
- Premenstrual symptoms
- Menopausal symptoms
Suggested Usage: Adults: Take 2 capsules daily or as directed by your healthcare practitioner. Take with food to minimize gastric disturbance. Take with adequate fluid before a meal. Use for a minimum of 3 months to see beneficial effects. Consult your healthcare practitioner for prolonged use.
Supplement Facts
Each Capsule Contains: White peony (Paeonia lactiflora) Root Extract (10:1) (1 g dried equivalent) (10% paeoniflorin)............................100 mg
Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) Seed ...........................................................100 mg
Saw palmetto (Serenoa repens) Berry Extract (2.5-3:1) (250-300 mg dried equivalent) (25% fatty acids)...............100 mg
Sweet fennel (Foeniculum vulgare subsp. vulgare var. dulce) Seed.....................100 mg
Pygeum (Prunus africana) Bark Extract (200:1) (20 g dried equivalent) (2.5% sterois) ......................................................100 mg
Holy basil (Ocimum sanctum) Leaf...........85 mg
Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) Leaf Extract (3-5:1) (255-425 mg dried equivalent)..............................................85 mg
Chasteberry (Vitex agnus-castus) Fruit Extract (7-10:1) (350-500 mg dried equivalent).................................................50 mg
Non-medicinal ingredients: Hypromellose (capsule), cellulose, magnesium stearate, silica.
Cautions
Risk Information: Do not use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or allergic to anethole or plants of the Apiaceae/Carrot family. Consult your healthcare practitioner prior to use if you are taking any heart or blood pressure medication, prescription medication, hormone containing medications such as progesterone preparations, oral contraceptives, or hormone replacement therapy, or have diabetes or a heart condition. Discontinue use and consult your healthcare practitioner if symptoms persist, worsen or if new symptoms develop. Hypersensitivity has been known to occur; in which case, discontinue use. Do not use if seal is broken or missing. Store in a cool, dry place. Keep out of reach of children.