Women’s Health

We answer your questions about menopause

By Jenny Perez, BSc, Herbal Sciences

Menopause. Perimenopause. Hot flashes. Insomnia. Irregular periods. Night sweats. Fatigue. Vaginal dryness. Bladder leakage. 

Yes, in this blog we’re talking about it all! It’s time to end the silence about this hormonal change in women.

Fortunately, most women are no longer as shy discussing this very real fact of life. Women are posting about their menopause experiences on social media, talking about it openly with their friends (and complete strangers), and there are articles about it online and in major news media.

This is a very good thing. And we want more of it. This is why we wrote this blog. We know you have questions about menopause and perimenopause. And we know it can be hard to know who to trust online. 

Use this blog as your trusted resource for answers to questions about what menopause is and when it starts, natural menopause supplement options,

Unleash the Power of Vitex Berry: The Ancient Secret to Hormone Balance!

Is there really an ancient remedy that balances women’s hormones naturally? Well, let me introduce you to Vitex, a flowering plant native to the Mediterranean. Vitex angus-castus, also known as chasteberry or monk's pepper, an aromatic shrub belonging to the mint family, has been used for centuries as an herbal remedy for many types of women's health issues, including hormone balance.

Today, many people are turning to Vitex Berry as a nutritional supplement to support their healthy lifestyle. Let’s dive into the various benefits and uses of Vitex Berry, including how it can support women’s health issues, including hormone balance. Research suggests it may also reduce inflammation and improve mental health. Who would guess that this plant with gorgeous, long lavender flowers has a whole host of benefits for women’s health?

Feeling like a droopy daisy instead of a lively lilac? Fear not, because Tongkat Ali (Eurycoma longifolia) is here to save the day! This super plant, also known as Malaysian Ginseng, has been used for centuries in Southeast Asian medicine to boost overall health and vitality, and now it's gaining popularity as a nutritional supplement. 

What exactly is Tongkat Ali? Well, it's a plant that packs some seriously powerful properties. If you're someone who's interested in taking supplements to support your best health and lifestyle, you definitely don't want to miss out on this one! 

Let’s take a deep dive into the wonderful world of Tongkat Ali. Buckle up and get ready to discover all the amazing benefits that Tongkat Ali has to offer! 

Are you looking for a natural way to support your health and vitality? Look no further than maca (Lepidium meyenii)! Maca is a root vegetable belonging to the same family as broccoli (strangely enough!) and the root is edible, similar to a radish or turnip, but when roasted has a delightful caramel flavor. 

Maca has a long history of traditional use as a natural energy booster, mood enhancer, and hormone balancer. With a unique nutrient profile and potential health benefits, it's no wonder why maca has become such a popular supplement.  

Your hormones are complex internal messengers in your body that control and regulate a vast store of processes. This complex balance functions like a symphony of interwoven parts that all work together to control healthy bodily functions. That’s why maintaining hormone health is vital at all stages of your life and is equally important for both men and women.

Have you noticed how ads about women’s health and beauty have changed significantly over the years? But one truth remains – real beauty is primarily generated from within. In your quest to create the “best and most beautiful you,” of course you’ll need to balance your stress levels and adopt a healthy, positive mood. But what about nourishing the “body within” with stellar ingredients so it can truly flourish?  

Aloe vera, often called the miracle plant, has been mentioned in historical medical books for centuries and is even referenced in over a dozen passages of the Bible. In addition, ancient Chinese and Egyptian healers used aloe to support burns, wounds and skin health.

This question has been posed many times and studied in countless ways, but most studies contain only a small sample size of subjects and cannot extrapolate their data to the population at large, making this question a difficult one to answer. What differences exist in the brains of men and women – and do those differences impact how we live our day to day lives?  

Have you experienced hormone troubles in your life? Whether it be hormonal distress during menstrual cycles, pre-menopause, menopause, post-menopause, or pregnancy, you are not alone! Now you can receive abundant support to help avoid your 

1 in 8 women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Breast cancer is the most common cancer in American women with the exception of skin cancers. In 2020, approximately 30% of all new cancer diagnoses in women will be breast cancer. Although breast cancer is extremely common, specific early warning signs can help a woman be aware so she can take some simple measures