Endocrine System Support for Balancing Female Hormones
FemGuard+Balance by Designs for Health supports classic herbal hormonal balancing in the form of Vitex, polygonum and black cohosh, along with DIM and chrysin for protection and optimization of beneficial estrogen aromatase activity. Calcium-d-glucarate promotes the proper elimination of excess estrogens. Rosemary, resveratrol, grape seed extract, and EGCg from green tea are included for maximum antioxidant protection. Vitamins B6, B12, and folates (NatureFolate(TM) blend) promote proper cell differentiation, including those of the cervix. Magnesium and calcium are also included. This product is meant to be used with DFH Complete Multi and OsteoForce.Aids the endocrine system in balancing female hormonesMay reduce PMS and perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms Promotes favorable and safe conversion of estrogen Provides antioxidant and potentially cancer preventative effects Promotes healthy detoxification and elimination of excess hormones
FemGuard + Balance Features:
Chaste Berry Extract (Vitex-agnus castus:
The most commonly used herb worldwide to provide a balancing effect on female hormones. Designs for Health, Inc. uses the highest quality standardized Chaste berry material, which helps the body to reach an improved balance of feminine hormone levels by promoting the release of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) in subjects with low levels of production, while prompting a reduction of FSH output in subjects with elevated production. This balancing feature is characteristic of "amphoteric" herbs, which are those herbs which raise or lower levels of a biomarker according to necessity of the individual. The overall effect on most women is an increase in progesterogenic effects, prompting more regular cycles and a more optimal hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis function. Recently isolated novel flavonoids from Chaste berry exhibit antineoplastic activity1 and hypoprolactinemic effects.2, 3
Black Cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa):
Another commonly used herbal compound in female health, it classically is used to reduce menopausal symptoms by its gentle phytoestrogen action, as well as its ability to mildly reduce the productionof luteinizing hormone. Luteinizing hormone levels (LH), but not Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH), are significantly reduced by black cohosh extracts. Black cohosh has been shown to reduce hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness and thinning, sleep disturbances, and emotional symptoms in various studies. 4-7 Black cohosh extracts have been shown to potentiate the effects of tamoxifen. However, it has not generally been shown to possess stimulatory effects on estrogen receptor positive breast cancer cells. Black cohosh has undergone extensive study, particularly in Germany, and has been shown to reduce menopausal and premenopausal symptoms. The antispasmodic feature of this herb can also relieve the cramping associated with menstruation. Resveratrol (Polygonum cuspidatum): While this herb is most known for its strong antioxidant, cardiovascular protective, and potentially anticarcinogenic properties, it is also included in this formula due to its phytoestrogenic action. Resveratrol provides general antioxidant protection, as well as a safe hormonal balancing effect, particularly in perimenopausal and menopausal women.
Product Contains: Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine HCl 20 mg; Pyridoxyl-5-phosphate 10 mg) 30 mg, Folates (NatureFolate blend) 400 mcg, Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin) 400 mcg, Calcium (as Calcium D-Glucarate, DimaCal Di-Calcium Malate, Calcium Glycinate Chelate) 300 mg , Magnesium (as Di-Magnesium Malate, TRAACS Magnesium Glycinate Chelate Buffered) 50 mg, Phosphatidylcholine 200 mg, Chrysin 200 mg, Green Tea Extract (Camellia sinensis)[standardized to contain 95% polyphenols and 60% EGCg] 100 mg, Broccoline [standardized to contain 1.2% sulphoraphane] 100 mg, Diindolylmethane (DIM) 100 mg, Black Cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa)(root)[standardized to contain 2.5% triterpenoids saponins] 100 mg, Chaste Berry Extract (Vitex agnus castus)[standardized to contain 0.5% agnusides] 100 mg, Turmeric (Curcuma longa)(rhizome)[standardized to contain 95% curcumin] 50 mg, Rosemary Extract (Rosemarinus officinalis)(leaves)[standardized to contain 7% carnosic acid] 50 mg, Polygonum cuspidatum (root)[standardized to contain 50% trans-resveratrol] 40 mg, Grape Seed Extract (Vitis vinifera)[standardized to contain 95% polyphenols] 25 mg
Other Ingredients: Vegetarian capsules, magnesium stearate.
This product does not contain: wheat, yeast, soy, gluten, eggs, dairy, corn, arti.cial colors, fl.avors, sugars, or preservatives.
Serving Size: 4 capsules
Recommended Use: As a dietary supplement, take four capsules daily or as directed by your health care practitioner.
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