SUPPLEMENTS TO SUPPORT YOU GETTING YOUR PERIOD BACK
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Note: These supplements will NOT help you get your cycle back unless you focus on the foundations first such as reducing the stress that has caused you to lose your cycle. For more info, check my HA posts here:
Hypothalamic amenorrhea is a stress issue
Hypothalamic amenorrhea can be reversed
Different types of amenorrhea
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Ashwagandha: Root that has been shown to help with reducing stress and anxiety as well as offer antioxidants properties to protect one from free radicals. Regarding HA, it stimulates the nervous system, reducing cortisol, which in turn can help reduce stress on the body and support thyroid function. Some studies have shown benefit for women with PCOS and insulin resistance which can also deter someone from having regular cycles.
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Nettle: In Iranian medicine, nettle has been utilized to induce menstruation and increase libido. This could be due to many factors, such as the fact that it is very mineral rich and high in antioxidants, but for individuals that are dealing with post-pill amenorrhea or pcos, it has been shown to act as an aromatase inhibitor and detox excess estrogen.
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Magnesium: Aside from helping the body calm, regenerate muscles from exertion, supporting one’s mood, magnesium also helps create energy within our cells and acts as a precursor for many main enzymatic reactions that our bodies depend on to function!
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Oat straw: Extremely nutrient dense plant that helps replenish lost minerals due to stress. Oats are considered one of the best plants to “feed” the nervous system and supporting it in times of stress- which is usually the root cause of HA. Also helps support the endocrine system by increasing libido and reducing excessive cortisol levels.
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Vitex: Coined as the “female herb” helping with the production of progesterone and increasing LH, FSH and modulating prolactin. This can be very helpful for women who struggle to ovulate and reducing the stress response they may be experiencing- which in turn would stop their cycle.
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Graphites: A homeopathic remedy coming from carbons. Has been shown to particularly influence women with irregular or light menstrual cycles. Descriptive details of the individual can be sallow and fair complexion, and struggle with hypothyroid symptoms.