Herbs for Women

Women have relied on herbs for centuries as a treatment for all kinds of ailments.

There are especially herbs that may be used to help with special womanly needs - in all stages of life to help with hormone deficiencies, poor sleep, stress, and weight gain.

Try these remedies:

Hormone Deficiencies

Female Tea

Herbs may ‘mimic’ hormones and induce biological responses similar to those of sex hormones.
You may try herbs that have  hormone balancing activity and may help relieve symptoms during menopause - like Alfalfa, Anise, Eleuthero Root, Licorice Root, Sage, Thyme, Turmeric, White Willow Bark. Have a look at our "Female Tea".

For Balance

Maca

Maca, native to Peru, is a root that has been used since Incan times. It increases energy, balances body systems -  may balance the hormonal system during menopause – tends to treat menopausal symptoms as a whole.

Weight Management

Cha de Bugre &
Metabolic Booster

For weight management you may try a remedy from the rainforest. Cha de Bugre is well known in Brazil. In addition, to boost your metabolism and help burn some more calories, drink green tea in combination with ginger and lemon grass. See our blend "Metabolic Booster"


Assistance with
menopause

Black Cohosh

The root of Black Cohosh is a Native American remedy. It may assist in menopausal process and may help with premenstrual discomfort.


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Constipation

Senna

Senna is an herb that may help, when used wisely, as directed and not excessively.
Senna encourages bowel movements. Senna leaf is approved by the World Health Organization (WHO) for short-term use in occasional constipation. It is an FDA-approved nonprescription laxative.


Fatigue - loss of energy
Mood swings & Anxiety

St. John's Wort, Valerian, Lavender, Herbal Energy

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There are several herbs that may help with mood swings, anxiety, depression. All have to be used with caution, there may be drug interactions. You may give St. John's Wort a try, as well as Valerian.
Lavender is a good choice as well.
For more Energy try our "Herbal Energy Drink" - a formula with tradition.
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