Herbs for Women

Herbs for Women -

As any woman already knows... females body chemistry is more sensitive than a mans, and the female anatomy has more neuances that make an ideal balance a bit harder to achieve than a mans. Couple this onto the fact of regular hormone fluctuations from puberty on, and it is no wonder than a it can be harder for women to strike an ideal balance between energy, rest, nutrition. etc.

The following information will list common female ailments, as well as typical (yet often undesired) hormonal changes that can be aleviated and moderated with herbs.

The most important thing about using herbal supplements to acheive a higher quality of life is safety. Always consult a doctor before using any herbal remedy...particularly if you are pregnant! The second most important thing is to focus on moderating moods and physical changes before they become too extreme. Typically herbs for female ailments are better at preventing dramatic change than they are at reversing it.

With that in mind, here are common herbs that can help a woman ease her health concerns as she passes through life.

Herbs for Premenstrual Syndrome

Fertility Herbs

Herbs for Masititis

Herbs for Menopause

Herbs for Yeast Infections

Herbs for Libido

Herbal remedies are often best used like a daily vitamin. Keep a daily balanced diet, excercise regularly, and a good nights sleep will greatly help reduce the need for supplements of any kind, even a daily vitamin.

In spite of our best efforts, there are times when we need assistance in keeping a balanced, high degree of health. The key to this is to keep you hormonal balances correct, keep your liver working efficently, and keep a healthy adrenal system. These are the areas most sensitive to changes. There are several herbs that will help maintain optimal health for these body systems.

Tonic herbs used to maintain a healthy physiology are best administered daily to get the best result, just like a daily vitamin.

Herbs for women are best catagorized into 4 seperate primary health issues:

Herbs that increase the health and function of the female reproductive system.

Dandelion, Dong Quai, Ginger, Oat Straw, Nettle, Raspberry Leaf

The following herbs assist normal menstrual flow:

Blue Cohosh, Dong Quai, Ginger, Motherwort, Pennyroyal, Yarrow

Hormonal Balancers:
These are herbs that help keep a womens endocrine system in proper working order. The endocrine glands use chemicals in the body to regulate the female reproduction system. These herbs also work to regulate liver function. A liver functioning at optimal levels is necessary to properly balance hormones.

Black Cohosh, Chaste Tree Berry, Licorice Root, Milk Thistle Seed, Wild Yam Root, Lemon Balm