Thoughts on Infertility: Herbs and infertility

Is there another option to medicines and doctors? Yes there is. Modern medicine is just that Modern. Thousands of years ago they didn’t have In Vitro or clomid. They had herbs and other practices. Granted thousands of years ago they had fertility idols and prayed to the goddess of fertility. We have come a long way from that and understand why there are certain herbs that do promote fertility.

Here is a list of herbs that help promote fertility:

· Red Clover: Red clover is one of the most popular fertility remedies. High in vitamins, calcium, and magnesium, red clover helps to nourish the uterus and relax the nervous system, enabling conception. It is taken as a tea, daily.

· Raspberry Leaf: Raspberry leaf is high in calcium and therefore works to restore hormonal balance. It is excellent when taken alongside red clover.

· Lady’s Mantle: This herb assists in building up the uterine lining and regulating menstruation. It is meant to be drunk as a tincture, once a day.

· False Unicorn Root: False unicorn root not only restores hormonal balance in women, but it also helps to stimulate the ovaries and encourage ovulation.

· Stinging Nettle: Stinging nettle contains high levels of chlorophyll and minerals, which helps to regulate the body’s hormones as well as ovulation and menstruation. It is taken as a tea once daily.

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· DONG QUAI: This herb is traditionally valued as a very effective fertility promoter. For best results, herbalists suggest using this herb in tincture form during the days between ovulation and menstruation only. Use this herb in only in combination with other fertility herbs.

· FALSE UNICORN ROOT: This herb is a uterine tonic which also helps to alkalinize the ovaries, bladder and kidneys. 5-15 drops of the tincture per day is the standard dosage.

· DAMIANA: This herb has been used traditionally for toning the nervous system, balancing hormones and increasing sex drive. It needs to be used consistently over several weeks. You can buy the bulk dried herb and make capsules.

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· Vitex (ChasteBerry:)This is a well-known herb that has been used for centuries for hormonal imbalances in women.

· Dandelion root: A great liver tonic! This helps cleanse your liver and remove the build up and toxins that accumulate. A lot of menstrual problems/infertility issues are made worse because the excess hormones tend to “back up” in your liver. Dandelion Root will help keep your liver working properly which will help it rid your body of all the excess “crud” you don’t need.

· Milk Thistle: A key herb for the liver; one that is so important for the treatment of PCOS. Milk Thistle helps your liver cells against damage, and promotes healing of damaged cells. This improves the overall function of your liver .

· White Peony Tea: This has been shown to positively influence low progesterone, as well as reduce elevated androgens (testosterone) and acts to regulate estrogen and prolactin levels.

· SX Fraction (Maitake Mushroom Extract): Recent studies suggest that Sx Fraction helps to maintain a healthy blood sugar level and reduce insulin resistance.