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Agnus castus When do I always think of a visit to the gynecologist. I'm late 20s and my daughter was a baby. 'You all right? " she asks. 'Actually, yes. I appear before my days have all sorts of premenstrual symptoms only lately been two weeks ... "" Already? "She asks with raised eyebrows. "This is still a bit early," 'Oh God, not yet 30 and already in menopause?', I think. "Maybe I need yes progesterone ?" I suggest. (I just read the book 'Natural Progesterone' was read by John Lee.) yet not. We start with Agnus castus "Agnus castus
-. Also known as Vitex, or chaste tree chaste tree - especially in Germany is a frequently prescribed plant at PMS, hormone imbalances and menopause.
The plant from which most of the berries (actually the seeds) are used, was already known in ancient times for their libido-control, but was also used for pelvic inflammatory disease, to stimulate the milk flow and infertility. The name of 'chaste' based on the fact that monks are, for the suppression of the instincts, the berries sprinkled regularly to the meal. In medieval times, Agnus castus used to cure madness, hysteria and epilepsy.
Recent studies show that Agnus castus reduces Prolactinausschüttung in rats. However, this means that it does not promote milk production, but inhibits. For this reason, Agnus castus is now also recommended for excessive milk production. Vitex seems to normalize not only the prolactin, but also the progesterone level. As part of this balancing effect, it is recommended for premenstrual swollen, tender breasts (a symptom that is attributable to too much prolactin). Studies from Germany, who came to the conclusion that Agnus castus, the progesterone levels in the blood increased and helpful with premenstrual symptoms (eg flatulence, bloated feeling in irritability and depression) may be criticized, however, often as not scientific enough (no double blind studies).
Another study concludes that Agnus castus, because of its broad impact, rather should be counted as adaptogens. (Adaptogens are plants that help the body cope with stress and strain.) This is supported by other studies that suggest that the intake may increase the level of melatonin.
order to achieve an effect that must be taken chaste tree for several months on a regular basis. Agnus castus is available as a capsule, tablet or liquid, just as powdered berries (seeds) or standardized dry extract. Since it acts synergistically with other plants, it is often combined with quai cohosh, wild yam or Dong . Agnus castus
is generally well tolerated. Rarely it can cause gastrointestinal problems, dizziness and itching of the skin and are crucial. It should not be used during pregnancy or by persons with pituitary gland or breast cancer. take
people, psychotropic drugs, or 'the pill' should be discussed before taking to the doctor. Although it traditionally by men to suppress of the sexual instinct, was taken to be, chaste tree now no longer recommended for men.
wondering thinking back I wonder why the gynecologist has not considered that I had recently weaned - this would be no indication of a high prolactin levels may still be able to? Nevertheless, her Agnus castus tip was indeed still correct.
And one final note: The leaves of Vitex agnus castus see hemp leaves are very similar and are often confused.
-. Also known as Vitex, or chaste tree chaste tree - especially in Germany is a frequently prescribed plant at PMS, hormone imbalances and menopause.
The plant from which most of the berries (actually the seeds) are used, was already known in ancient times for their libido-control, but was also used for pelvic inflammatory disease, to stimulate the milk flow and infertility. The name of 'chaste' based on the fact that monks are, for the suppression of the instincts, the berries sprinkled regularly to the meal. In medieval times, Agnus castus used to cure madness, hysteria and epilepsy.
Recent studies show that Agnus castus reduces Prolactinausschüttung in rats. However, this means that it does not promote milk production, but inhibits. For this reason, Agnus castus is now also recommended for excessive milk production. Vitex seems to normalize not only the prolactin, but also the progesterone level. As part of this balancing effect, it is recommended for premenstrual swollen, tender breasts (a symptom that is attributable to too much prolactin). Studies from Germany, who came to the conclusion that Agnus castus, the progesterone levels in the blood increased and helpful with premenstrual symptoms (eg flatulence, bloated feeling in irritability and depression) may be criticized, however, often as not scientific enough (no double blind studies).
Another study concludes that Agnus castus, because of its broad impact, rather should be counted as adaptogens. (Adaptogens are plants that help the body cope with stress and strain.) This is supported by other studies that suggest that the intake may increase the level of melatonin.
order to achieve an effect that must be taken chaste tree for several months on a regular basis. Agnus castus is available as a capsule, tablet or liquid, just as powdered berries (seeds) or standardized dry extract. Since it acts synergistically with other plants, it is often combined with quai cohosh, wild yam or Dong . Agnus castus
is generally well tolerated. Rarely it can cause gastrointestinal problems, dizziness and itching of the skin and are crucial. It should not be used during pregnancy or by persons with pituitary gland or breast cancer. take
people, psychotropic drugs, or 'the pill' should be discussed before taking to the doctor. Although it traditionally by men to suppress of the sexual instinct, was taken to be, chaste tree now no longer recommended for men.
wondering thinking back I wonder why the gynecologist has not considered that I had recently weaned - this would be no indication of a high prolactin levels may still be able to? Nevertheless, her Agnus castus tip was indeed still correct.
And one final note: The leaves of Vitex agnus castus see hemp leaves are very similar and are often confused.
Another plant, may be the not only in climacteric helpful is soy . More information here .
References:
Chaste Tree. http://www.herbs2000.com/herbs/herbs_chaste_tree.htm
chasteberry. http://nccam.nih.gov/health/chasteberry/
melatonin. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/natural/patient-melatonin.htmlSchellenberg, R: Treatment for the premenstrual syndrome with agnus castus fruit extract: prospective, randomized, placebo-controlled study. BMJ 2001; 322 (7279): 134 (20.01.2000), doi: 10.1136/bmj.322.7279.134 http://www.bmj.com/cgi/content/full/322/7279/134
References:
Chaste Tree. http://www.herbs2000.com/herbs/herbs_chaste_tree.htm
chasteberry. http://nccam.nih.gov/health/chasteberry/
melatonin. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/natural/patient-melatonin.htmlSchellenberg, R: Treatment for the premenstrual syndrome with agnus castus fruit extract: prospective, randomized, placebo-controlled study. BMJ 2001; 322 (7279): 134 (20.01.2000), doi: 10.1136/bmj.322.7279.134 http://www.bmj.com/cgi/content/full/322/7279/134
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