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Chasteberry?
"Women's Forum" at Low Carb Diet Support: "I did some reading and thought this might help me with some of the "issues" I've been having: Frequent, heavy menses and bloating. Since starting ACV the heaviness issue is not so significant, but the ...." |
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02-27-2004, 01:27 AM
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 I did some reading and thought this might help me with some of the "issues" I've been having: Frequent, heavy menses and bloating. Since starting ACV the heaviness issue is not so significant, but the only way I've been able to keep from having 2 cycles a month is to take high doses of B6. The bloating I don't know if I've had success with. I have reduced my salting (I had inadvertently increased my dosage!) and added more potassium. It seems to be better, as my cycle is actually due in about 5 days. Anyway, I asked my ND about it, and she gave me a tincture of chasteberry which I'm taking 15 drops 3x a day. I started Tuesday. I've had a lot of "hormonal" issues for years. Right away I noticed that I'm sleeping more deeply. I had experienced improvement with ACV, but this is even more! I'd like to know anyone else's experience with this herbal medication and also I'll report on my progress here. Blessings! Sharron Author of "Low Carb Cooking at Sharron's Place," and "Extreme Lo-Carb Cuisine," available where ever books are sold. www.thelowcarbcook.com "My purpose is that they may be encouraged in heart." Colossians 2:2  |
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02-28-2004, 10:12 AM
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| First thing I've noticed is that I'm sleeping a lot more soundly! Not a benefit that I expected, but I'll take it! Also, I don't know if this is possible, but in the past few days my hair seems fuller and silkier. My dd even noticed it -- otherwise I might have thought it was just me being vain  Blessings! Sharron Author of "Low Carb Cooking at Sharron's Place," and "Extreme Lo-Carb Cuisine," available where ever books are sold. www.thelowcarbcook.com "My purpose is that they may be encouraged in heart." Colossians 2:2 |
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02-28-2004, 11:42 AM
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| I looked up chasteberry in Susun Weed's "New Menopausal Years." She had a lot of good stuff to say, mainly about menopausal relief which I know is not your issue, but very interesting. I have thought about trying one of her recommendations - stinging nettle - as a general nourishing and tonifying herb. She also recommends it to improve adrenal and kidney function. I will have to try it soon and let you know what I think. Alice  |
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02-28-2004, 12:46 PM
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| Thanks for the info about chasteberry. I have never heard of it. Looked it up and think it is definitely worth giving a try. I will probably pick some up tomorrow. I too am having menses too often and it is much heavier than normal. Also, will be making a Dr's appointment if it doesn't improve. 320/290/150 Started Atkins 1-19-04 |
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02-28-2004, 02:56 PM
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| yes, doctor is a good plan. I did get this from my doc, btw. I wasn't going to self medicate... Also, I've noticed a big sore I've had on the inside of my nose is healing finally. Nothing to do with female stuff, but it has been here for ages and now is healing since I've started this. Curiouser and curiouser  ALSO, I was able to go hard all day long without any real break. That is highly irregular. From my reading, this was just supposed to be a "female" thing. I'm thinking I need to go do some more reading!  Blessings! Sharron Author of "Low Carb Cooking at Sharron's Place," and "Extreme Lo-Carb Cuisine," available where ever books are sold. www.thelowcarbcook.com "My purpose is that they may be encouraged in heart." Colossians 2:2 |
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03-01-2004, 01:27 PM
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| Well, I haven't had any time to do any reading, but that sore is definitely better after months of only getting bigger and bigger. I'll take it! TOM came today, but I've not been taking this medicine long enough for it to have made any difference with the way I feel. I have noticed a great difference since taking acv and how intense my cycle is. The ongoing discovery process.... Blessings! Sharron Author of "Low Carb Cooking at Sharron's Place," and "Extreme Lo-Carb Cuisine," available where ever books are sold. www.thelowcarbcook.com "My purpose is that they may be encouraged in heart." Colossians 2:2 |
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04-07-2004, 11:07 AM
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| Re: Chasteberry? Sharron Long Admin/Moderator Low Carb For Life posted 04-02-04 06:10 PM OK, this month isn't really a fair test because our stress level has been absolutely inconcievable. I will say that, although tom came 5 days early, as it has been, I've had no terrible cramps at all. No super heavy bleeding, either. This is a distinct improvement even over what the acv had accomplished. I also did not experience any PMS symptoms at all. These are all very good things... Blessings! Sharron Author of "Low Carb Cooking at Sharron's Place," and "Extreme Lo-Carb Cuisine," available where ever books are sold. www.thelowcarbcook.com "My purpose is that they may be encouraged in heart." Colossians 2:2 Posts: 2614 | From: SW Washington State | Registered: 08-29-03 |
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