Most doctors generally agree that the average woman entering perimenopause can relieve many symptoms by taking low dose birth control pills. In fact, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has (more…)
Premarin – the most widely prescribed hormone pill, it contains dozens of estrogens and comes from urine of pregnant mares. (Note: This is the drug used in studies showing the benefits and risks of HRT.)
17-beta estradiol – the most common human estrogen, it can be taken by pill, patch or cream.
SERMs – selective estrogen receptor modulators, these drugs actually activate the estrogen receptors in the bones, and likely in the heart and brain. Most importantly, SERMs prevent cells in the breast and uterus from over reproducing, which is a primary source of cancer. This makes SERMs an attractive choice for women who most fear breast cancer from HRT. The most common reason women will not take hormone-replacement therapy is fear of breast cancer. For them, SERMs are a whole new ball game.
Plant estrogens – also called phyto estrogens, they are available in pill and cream form and are mostly derived from yams. These pills have been found to be as effective against hot flashes as the synthetic Premarin or other prescription forms of estrogen.
It’s good to know as much as you can about HRT so you have time to make an informed decision about whether or not you’ll take treatment. By the time you need to make a decision, however, it may not be as nearly as difficult to make.
Believe it o not, cardiovascular disease is the leading killer of women. And estrogen seems to be a powerful weapon against it. A study found that and estrogen raises HDL (“good” cholesterol) levels (more…)
Bee Propolis – It is a natural and effective antibiotic. It is a bactericide that strengthens the immune system.
- 4 to 6 tablets daily. 1 or 2 tablets each meal.
Garlic – it is a natural and effective antibiotic. Strengthens immune system.
- 6 capsules daily. 2 capsule each meal.
Aloe Vera juice, gel or nectar – it is a bactericide and it helps to reduce inflammation
- 3 to 6 ounces daily. 2ounces before each meal.
Taking large amounts of natural antibiotics like propolis and garlic (or both) have given good results. Also, it is suggested that you take vitamins A, B5, B6, C and E as well as Zinc (an element that (more…)
Adenoids are the protuberance of fleshy tissue that is found in the nose above the throat. (more…)
Eugenia aromatica
Clove is useful antiemetic and should also be used for dyspepsia. It has powerful antiseptic and a mild analgesic action which makes it (more…)
Salvia sclarea
Clary sage is possessed of antispasmodic, antidepressant, balsamic, carminative, tonic, aperitive, astringent, anti-inflammatory, (more…)
Cinnamomum zeylanicum
This oil possesses a warm, spicy aroma and has been favored in the treatment of nausea, dyspepsia, flatulence and other digestive (more…)
Have you ever been told you should lose weight? There are many good reasons to lose extra weight. But don’t do it just because someone else tells you to. Choose to do it for yourself because you (more…)
