Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) is an antioxidant that protects tissues from free radical
damage. Ascorbic acid aides in the regeneration of Vitamin Es antioxidant properties.
Connective tissue integrity is dependent on adequate Vitamin C. Beneficial prostaglandin
synthesis favoring eicosanoids with antithrombotic and vasodilatory actions are
positively influenced with Vitamin C.
Vitamin E: is the principal antioxidant of the lipid bilayer of the cell membrane. It protects polyunsaturated fatty acids and lipoproteins (LDL) from oxidation. Vitamin E is important for heart and blood vessel health, immune health and health of nerve cells and the nervous system. Vitamin E has been shown to promote healthy menstrual function.
Vitamin B6: assists in the reduction of fluid retention via regulation of aldosterone, enhances progesterone levels and reduces symptoms of irritability and fatigue.
Calcium D-Glucurate: encourages a healthy estrogen metabolism through beneficial regulation of glucuronidation in the liver. Calcium D-Glucurate helps the body dispose of toxins and harmful estrogen metabolic end products.
Magnesium: may be beneficial in normalizing brain dopamine often depleted in patients with menstrual cycle dysfunction. Magnesium is often deficient is these patients.
Curcuma longa (Turmeric): is beneficial for uterine, breast and liver health. Curcumin has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory properties.
Dioscorea villosa (Wild Yam): is used industrially as the active agent in the half-synthesis of steroid hormones such as progesterone. It has ant-spasmodic actions. A common use is for uterine cramping.
Cimicifuga racemosa (Black Cohosh): main indications for use are: premenstrual and dysmenorrheic neurovegetative disorders. Symptoms of sleep disturbances, and emotional symptoms have shown positive benefit with the use of Black Cohosh. Luetinizing hormone levels (LH), but not Follicle Stimulation Hormone (FSH), are significantly reduced with Cimicifuga extracts. Cimicifuga extracts have been shown to potentiate the effects of tamoxifen and do not possess stimulatory effects on estrogen receptor positive cells. Black Cohosh may help prevent bone loss. Extracts were shown to stimulate bone formation even in ovariectomized rats.
Vitex agnus-castus (Chaste Tree): benefits many symptoms of the menstrual cycle including cramping, and menstrual flow regulation.
Vibernum opulus (Cramp Bark): has a long history of use as an antispasmodic, reducing uterine cramping.
Caulophyllum thialictriodes (Blue Cohosh): use dates back to the beginning of the 20th century primarily for menstrual ailments and uterine cramps.
Angelica senesis (Dong Quai): does not appear to have estrogenic actions, rather it appears to enhance estrogen regulation. Its traditional use is as a blood tonic, enhancing the circulation, providing energy, vitality and improved resistance to disease.
Zingiber officinale (Ginger): is an inhibitor of prostaglandin synthesis with a long history of use in uterine cramps and pain.
Paeonia lactiflora (Peony): traditional use has been for women’s hormonal health.
Rutin: has beneficial effects on membrane stability, vascular integrity (blood vessel health), reduction of edema and anti-inflammatory properties.
Taurine: is important for a healthy heart, cardiovascular and nervous systems. Some with elevated blood pressure may benefit from use of Taurine. Taurine is beneficial for liver/gallbladder health.
Choline: is important for liver and nervous system health. The major neurotransmitter Acetylcholine requires choline for its synthesis.
Not recommended for use during pregnancy or lactation.
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