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Clinical Applications

• Offers Natural Support for Women With Common Premenstrual

Complaints*

• Provides Herbs That Have a Long History of Use in Women’s

Reproductive Health*

Directions

Take 2 capsules daily, or use as directed by your

healthcare professional.

Consult your healthcare professional prior to use.

Individuals taking medication should discuss

potential interactions with their healthcare

professional. Do not use if tamper seal is damaged.

Discussion

This tradition-based, multi-herb formula combines “female herbs” and traditional tonics that have been chosen based on clinical observation

of their complementary and compounding effects.

Chaste Berry Extract (Vitex angus-castus) has been used for centuries to support women with hormone-related gynecologic complaints.

Modern research has validated this traditional use by showing that various preparations of chaste berry demonstrate positive effects in

women with premenstrual syndrome (PMS).1,2 The German Commission E approves the use of chaste berry to support menstrual cycle

regularity, breast tenderness, and PMS, and family physicians and gynecologists in Germany widely recommend it.3 Iridoids and flavonoids

are thought to exert benefits through indirect effects on various hormones, including prolactin and progesterone.*3,4

Parsley (Petroselinum crispum) promotes fluid balance. Its effect appears to be mediated through an inhibition of the sodium–potassium

pump. As an aquaretic, parsley is ascribed the benefit of increasing urine volume while supporting retention of electrolytes. Parsley is also

considered to have cleansing and detoxifying properties.*5,6

Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) has been commonly used for its ability to help maintain healthy fluid balance and for its cleansing

effects. In vitro research suggests that the active constituents in dandelion—which include luteolin, quercetin, and inulin—suppress

cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), induce nitric oxide synthase (iNOS), increase antioxidant activity, upregulate phase II detoxification, and

support bifidobacteria growth.*7,8

Dong Quai Extract (Angelica sinensis) has its origins in China, Japan, and Korea, where it has been traditionally used to balance the

female cycle and address common symptoms of PMS. Research suggests that dong quai affects the contractive rhythm of the uterus. Many

functional medicine practitioners believe dong quai works best in combination with other herbs to support menstrual regularity.*9

Licorice Extract (Glycyrrhiza glabra) functions as a weak phytoestrogen and has traditionally been used to help regulate menstruation

and relieve commonly experienced menstruation-related muscle cramping. In vitro research also suggests that licorice has a positive

influence on inflammatory pathways.*10,11

Peony (Paeonia lactiflora), also known as bai shao yao, is a Chinese herb used to help regulate menses and decrease minor pain. In

traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), peony and licorice are used together and are thought to have great synergism relating to their effects

on neuromuscular junctions.*12

Tangerine (Citrus reticulata) is a traditional Chinese herb also known as pericarpium or chen pi. It is derived from aged tangerine peel and

is traditionally used to help relieve the common premenstrual complaint of breast tenderness. TCM practitioners also use chen pi to help

prevent stagnation, relieve minor abdominal fullness, and address minor pain.*13

Ginger Root (Zingiber officinale) has been studied for its effects on inflammatory mediator biosynthesis. In fact, in vitro work suggests

that components of ginger may beneficially modulate the expression of inflammatory genes. It is thought that common symptoms of PMS

may be caused, in part, by inflammatory mediators. Ginger is also thought to be good for circulation, nausea, and gas. In this formula,

ginger is included for its “warming” effect, which balances the “cooling” effects of other herbs.*14

Red Raspberry (Rubus idaeus) has been used by women for centuries to support and balance the reproductive system and to relax the

uterus. In traditional herbalism, red raspberry has been connected to female health and is used as a remedy to support normal menstrual

flow.*15,16

Bupleurum (Bupleurum falcatum), also known as chai hu, is a traditional “female cycle balancer” with uterine-calming activity. Chinese

medicine practitioners use chai hu to unblock liver qi stagnation, which manifests as menstrual cramping, emotional changes, and breast

tenderness. An animal study suggests that chai hu supports a healthy mood through central adrenergic mechanisms.17 It has also been

shown to regulate the neuroendocrine system by increasing beta-endorphin and decreasing epinephrine and dopamine, which probably

accounts for its relaxing properties.*18