Archive for the ‘PMS’ Category
Wednesday, July 18th, 2007
What Is Evening Primrose Oil?
Evening primrose oil (EPO) is extracted from the seeds of the evening primrose plant.
The evening primrose plant is native to North America.
Evening primrose oil contains a fatty acid called gamma linolenic acid (GLA).
Gamma linolenic acid (GLA) is metabolized by the body to form prostaglandins.
Prostaglandins are a ...
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Monday, July 16th, 2007
What is Agnus Castus?
Agnus castus is also known as the chaste tree or chasteberry.
It is a perennial shrub which is a native of the Mediterranean and West Asia.
Agnus castus helps stimulate progesterone production and the release of hormones.
Why Agnus Castus Is Considered A PMS Herbal Remedy?
Agnus castus is considered a ...
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Thursday, July 12th, 2007
What Is Vitamin B6?
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) is a water soluble vitamin.
The following foods are rich in vitamin B6:
Avocados
Bananas
Corn
Green Vegetables
Legumes
Nuts
Potatoes
Seeds
Wheat Germ
Whole Grains Cereals
Yeast
Vitamin B6 is needed to process amino acids and to make the hormones, serotonin, melatonin, and dopamine.
Vitamin B6 is needed to regulate moods and mental processes.
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Friday, September 29th, 2006
What is PMS?
PMS is Pre-menstrual syndrome. It is a common problem affecting many women. PMS causes mental and physical changes which typically occur from the premenstrual week and stops as soon as the period starts. The production of the female hormones, progesterone and oestrogen are believed to cause PMS.
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