To determine what things you are allergic to, and avoid them as best as possible. A healthy, well nourished body is more resistant to allergies. Dr. Henderson of California and Dr. James F. Balch, in his book “Prescription (more…)
Vitamins (Taken daily with meals)
Vitamin A - 10,000 IU or Beta carotene – 6mg
Vitamin B - B complex – 350 mg (more…)
Aloe Vera juice, nectar or gel
Suggested daily use is 3 to 6 ounces, 2ounces before meal. These are powerful anti-allergenic. (more…)
Antihistamines can be used to counter the effects of histamine, which is the chemical released by the body that causes allergy symptoms. Antihistamines can cause drowsiness; however, some of (more…)
Dust mites are microscopic organisms in the dust found in all homes and workplaces. These miles can live in bedding, upholstered furniture, and carpets. They thrive in the summer and die in the (more…)
Dealing with sleeplessness will often improve these two conditions. And whiles some women report improvement from taking estrogen, there are other solutions.
- Ginseng. This herb can have an estrogen-like effect and is frequently used in Chinese medicine for perimenopausal symptoms.
- Gingko biloba. This herb comes from the maidenhair tree, one of the longest living trees in the world. Chinese medical practitioners have used extracts from the tree’s leaves for thousands of years, and in Europe, gingko biloba is a common prescription written by doctors.
Its purpose is to improve mental awareness and overall brain function. Compounds called flavonoids – potent antioxidants – are what make gingko biloba the herb of choice for brain function. The recommended daily dose is 120-160 mg.
- Write things down. As simple as it seems, making a list may be the easiest thing to do for forgetfulness.
This should be taken daily with meals.
Vitamins
A – 5,000 IU or Beta carotene – 3 mg (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.
