Are you at the mercy of your hormones?
Our hormones undoubtedly have a major influence on our lives; however there is no need for us to be at the mercy of our hormones!
Hormones such as oestrogen (vital for maintaining female reproductive health), testosterone (vital for maintaining male reproductive health) and cortisol (helps our body deal with stress) are all vital for our health and wellbeing. If these hormones become out of balance we may experience many undesirable symptoms, they can also affect our mood and energy.
Oestrogen: A vital part of female health at every stage of life.
Oestrogen is produced by the ovaries and exists in different forms within the body. One of these forms is good for the body, and is essential to female reproductive health; the other is not, and is associated with PMS, menopausal symptoms and other female hormonal issues.
In order for the body to stay in a healthy hormonal state there needs to be more of the ‘good’ oestrogen and less of the ‘bad’ oestrogen. When the body does not keep these two forms in the correct balance, the body can develop what is known as ‘oestrogen dominance’ which may result in the following symptoms:
- Bloating or fluid retention
- Heavy, irregular menses
- Fatigue or lack of energy
- Sugar cravings
- Weight gain
- Mood swings and irritability
- Sleep disturbances
- Night sweats
- Headaches
- Loss of libido
Hormonal harmony may be achieved through natural medicine.
Luckily there are many natural substances which may help to maintain a healthy oestrogen balance, including:
Flaxseed – which supports the production of the ‘good’ oestrogen, whilst reducing the production of the ‘bad’ oestrogen.
Chaste Tree – this herb contains constituents that can help regulate the effects of oestrogen on the body.
Turmeric – offers potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity and also increases general detoxification within the body.
Folic acid, vitamin B6 and vitamin B12 – are vitamins that assist with the processing of oestrogen in the body.
To help achieve a healthy hormonal balance, many herbs are now available in a convenient supplement form. Scentual NRG now stock the Fusion range of products.
Fusion Health products represent the ancient wisdom of Chinese herbal medicine transformed by modern scientific methods of extraction and dose delivery. All ingredients are energetically balanced and synergistically combined to provide therapeutic benefits consistent with 3000 years of recorded tradition. For this article we will focus on the following supplements:
Vitex – contains 1000mg of Chaste Tree fruit.
This supplement promotes a healthy menstrual cycle. Helps reduce the frequency and severity of premenstrual symptoms including tension, irritability, mood swings, breast tenderness and abdominal bloating. Also, assists in the management of mild to moderate acne in males and females. (Not to be taken if pregnant).
Women’s Balance
Helps to balance the menstrual cycle and assists in the management of PMS symptoms (as above), period pain and heavy bleeding. Also, assists in the relief of migraine headaches in both men and women. (Not to be taken if pregnant).
Menopause Free
This supplement assists with the management of hot flushes, excess perspiration, fatigue, headache, mild anxiety, moodiness, dizziness, restlessness, insomnia, muscle and joint pain, menstrual irregularity and urinary frequency. Also, supports healthy bone, ligament and muscle integrity. (Not to be taken if pregnant).
Don’t become a slave to your hormones – take control of them today!
As well as these great natural supplements, the following dietary and lifestyle changes will also help keep your oestrogens in balance:
- Consume a diet rich in fibre, fruit and vegetables
- Increase the good fats in your diet, from nuts, seeds and oily cold water fish
- Drink at least 1-2 litres of water each day
- Increase exercise and keep active
- Limit salt and saturated fat intake
- Reduce excess fat (if you lose it you might find it again)
Every woman at every stage of their life should use these diet and lifestyle ideas and the natural medicines discussed as an ongoing support for healthy hormones.
RRP $37.50 60 Tabs - 1-2 Tabs once or twice daily
Scentual NRG Wellness Centre is now a proud stockist of Fusion Health products . Products can be purchased in store or over the phone and will be available online shortly.
