Looking for a hormone balancing supplement that I can get over the counter that has non-estrogenic herbs. Help
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sorry, evening primrose oil has a lot of estrogenic qualities...newer research suggests black cohosh is non-estrogenic\n\ndo some research on MACA, do a search on google or yahoo and really read about the scientific studies, past the ads\n\na great company is maca magic..herbs america\nsome health food stores carry it, also avail online....good luck
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If you really want to avoid the therapy - then I would see a naturopath - don't screw around with remedies you read on the web.  This is your life you're talking about.  I am all for homeopathic, herbal and naturopathic remedies, but most of them I talk to (who are any good) believe that combination therapy is a good thing.  You might be able to follow up with hormone therapy - but take something homeopathic or naturopathic to help with the side effects or to help cleanse your body (just make sure it doesn't interact with your therapy)  Some herbs and remedies can actually counteract certain treatments - so see a professional.  I know - seeing a classical homeopath can work wonders.  My sister shrank her cancerous tumour in her breast (before surgery) to a third of its size - through one dose of a remedy.  I used a homeopathic vet for my cat too - and her tumour went down to next to nothing as well.  But remember - they all help each other.  Good luck.
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Try soy products and black cohosh products. There are a couple on the market and some women say they help. Or ask your doctor about hormone replacement. Don't suffer.
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my mom used estroven to help her menopause. it really helped when she took it regularly.
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Tara is correct and I would add "What Your Doctor May NOT Tell You About Menopause" by John Lee, MD.  Good stuff these bio-identical hormones.
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Ask your doctor to run thyroid tests, hormone tests including testosterone.  HRT can be done in other ways not just a pill or a patch.  There are compounding pharmacies out there that make natural hormone replacement like estrogen cream, and micronized natural oral progesterone that don't carry the risks that the mainstream drug companies products do.  Suzanne Summers wrote a very good book about this about 2 yrs ago.\nTestosterone can be helpful for women but the testing should be done first.
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I became extremely depressed when I was on some low-dose pills.  I also have hormone irregularities and thought BC would help.  I had to try several different kinds before I finally found one, Yasmin.  It just figures though that my insurance doesnt cover it and I pay $50 a month for it, but that shows you how much I like it, it works great for me.  \n\nBut...everyone's different, it depends on what kinds of hormone imbalance you have, you'll have to talk to your doctor and most likeley get tests done to see what will work for you...and then lots of trial and error
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If it is actually due to menopause symptoms, soy and black cohosh are supposed to be helpful.  Without knowing your menstrual history, still having problematic hot flashes after sixty seems as if the symptoms may have lasted a long time.  This combined with your statement that HRT did not help, makes me wonder whether the cause is not something else.  Have you considered consulting an endocrinologist?
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Fun wow! Been there, doing that. Get some HRT that works for you. Exercise. Watch your diet. Your thyroid goes amuck. I chose not to take the synthroid and really watched my diet. Silly as it sounds, for the sleep problem, I took/take 2 benadryl before I hit the sack. Read and read! There are lots of good articles on the net addressing this. I was lucky, I didn't get hit till I was 55, but then I also had a baby in my forties.....so go figure. Good luck!!!!
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It is called Loestrin I believe.  I'm thinking of switching & have tried to do some research on it.  It sounds pretty good.  Try their website: www.shortperiod.com
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Depends on what you are looking to correct.  Could be a supplement deficiency, diet adjustment, stress.  Must be USP grade, because herbals have active components to be effective.  I would recommend reading one of the books, "what your doctor may not tell you about.." series by John R Lee MD.  Natural progesterone cream is very effective in balancing hormones, because it is a precursor to many other hormones.
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Certain vegetable contains plant estrogen, for example, the beans fanmily like french beans, long beans and so on. The supplements, black cocosh and evening primrose oil also contains the hormones (that mimick estrogen) which is also good for regulationg hormone levels in women especially for easing the pains during mensturation (periods).
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The best way I have found to regulate hormones naturally is to follow a healthy Vegan diet with 30% fat content. Include lots of fruits, vegetables, legumes and soy products in your diet. Eating exclusively plant products allows the body to adjust itself and heal any hormonal fluctuations. I also take a good multivitamin with 18 mg iron, 500 mg borage oil and 2000 mg flax seed oil. Walking 2 miles a day or some equally holistic and gentle exercise will help, too.
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It depends on the type of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) you are on. If you are on stuff like Premarin or Prempro, I'd encourage you to explore other options. Those medications are made from pregnant horse urine and are NOT the same as your natural hormones. The studies that question the health risks of HRT ALL use those medications.\n\nHowever, if you are on bioidentical hormones and being followed by a gynecologist familiar with their use, then you are doing great and I encourage you to keep it up.\n\nAs to the use of feverfew in conjunction with HRT, I have not heard of any problems with combining the two. However, if you are currently taking Premarin/Prempro and switch over to bioidenticial hormones, you might not need the feverfew. A hormone imbalance is often the cause of migraines, so once you get your hormones straightened out, the migraines may not be an issue.\n\nAnother thought: have you tried cranio-sacral massage or chiropractics for your migraines? They have a good track record for that problem.
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There is a company called Melaleuca.  They make these vitamins, and I swear by them!!!  The Vitality pack is wonderful.  I feel 100 times better than before i was taking them, and they are all natural herbs, no preservatives or sugars.  Email me if you have questions
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I personally wouldn't use anything that your doctor doesn't okay.  Herbs/supplements aren't FDA regulated, and most probably aren't tested especially on breastfeeding women.
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Your hormones are definitely still whacky.  You should look in your yellow pages for a doctor who deals in bio-identical hormones.  He will do saliva testing and know exactly how to get you back on track.  \n\nMy doctor has a special cream compounded for me with estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone.  (Except during pregnancy when it's progesterone only.)  Getting my hormones balanced has been incredibly helpful.