menopause supplements

MENOPAUSE HOT FLUSHES

Pretty Pea’s natural Balance ingredients include:

Soya isoflavones are the most important compound of phytoestrogens. They stimulate β-estrogen receptors (βERs) and the synthesis of sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG).

Sage Leaf acts on GABA receptors and serotonin transporters, which impacts on hot flushes and night sweats.

Wild Yam was the starting material in the manufacture of “the Pill”. It’s root and bulb contain the chemical diosgenin, which can be made into steroids (such as estrogen and dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA)). It’s therefore often used as a natural alternative to estrogen therapy, for vaginal dryness, PMS, menstrual cramps, weak bones, low energy levels and low sex drive.

Siberian Ginseng a rejuvening tonic and anxiety relieving adaptogen it helps the body to perform at optimum levels and better manage anxiety and stress. Being a rich source of phyto-nutrients and eleutherosides, ginseng is also used by many women as a natural remedy for menopause symptoms.

Hops contain phytoestrogens and research have discovered that they may contain one of the most powerful phytoestrogens ever identified. This potent compound – known as 8-prenylnaringenin or 8-PN – effectively combats menopause symptoms and shows promise in protecting
against bone loss and heart disease. 

Pfaffia a stress relieving adaptogen plant that contains a significant amount of plant sterols, which are thought to have
oestrogenic properties. Known for its effects on hormone balance for thousands of years it’;s been used traditionally by the Amazon Indians. Now studied extensively in both American and Japan it’s become a very popular remedy for PMS and menopause symptoms.

Red Clover a plant containing phytoestotegn isoflavones. Intake of red clover supplements can be effective in reducing both the frequency and severity of hot flushes. It also shows a chondroprotective effect on inflammation and may be used for preventing osteoporosis.

Alfalfa a herb with Immunomodulatory, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant/anticancer and growth-promoting bioactivities and can reduce the incidence of chronic disease. It also has effect on neurovegetative menopausal symptoms.

Sea Kelp a natural source of iodine which supports the thyroid gland -a key sex gland stimulator. It also contains vitamins A, B1, B2, C, D and E, plus zinc, magnesium, iron, potassium, copper and calcium. It contains the highest natural concentration of calcium of any food – 10 times more than milk and sea kelp can help to relieve menopause symptoms, such as hot flushes, menopause weight gain, mood swings and tension. 

Atriplex Halimus is a highly nutritious plant, high in protein and Vitamins A,C,D and minerals that include chromium which contributes to normal blood glucose levels.

Schizandra Berry is a powerful stress relieving adaptogen. It helps strengthen the body, enhancing resilience and resistance to disease and stress.

Zinc contributes to normal testosterone levels, carbohydrate metabolism, normal macronutrient metabolism, normal metabolism of fatty acids, normal protein synthesis and the normal function of the immune system.