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10 Herbs For A Healthy Womb

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Here are ten herbs traditionally used to treat issues related to the uterus, including infertility, pregnancy, fibroids, and menopause. They have been around for a long time and have helped many women overcome the potential damage to their uteruses.

Red Clover

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Red clover is an excellent source of many different vitamins and minerals, including beta-carotene, calcium, vitamin C, a wide range of B vitamins, and essential trace elements, including magnesium, manganese, zinc, copper, and selenium.

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The uterus and pelvic area are cleansed by the red clover, which aids in preventing fibroids. Fibroid tumors may be avoided by cleansing the body of disease-causing chemicals, particularly those in the pelvic region, and fortifying the immune system.

It's best to consume this as a tea, tincture, or infusion. It is recommended that pregnant women take glycerite tinctures.

Shatavari

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The menstrual cycle may be controlled by using Shatavari. Because of fibroids, your monthly cycle is disturbed. There is an improvement in both the frequency and length of menstruation when taking Shatavari, which may conceal the effects of fibroids on the menstrual cycle.

Because it strengthens the immune system, this plant helps ward off illness. Boosting one's immune system may stop future outbreaks.

Use as a beverage, supplement, or ingredient in food. Glycerite tinctures may be helpful during pregnancy.

Ashwagandha

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As an adaptogen, ashwagandha aids natural healing by enhancing the immune system's response to environmental stimuli. Many people who believe environmental or dietary pollutants affect their hormone health report feeling better after using this herb.

It's versatile enough to be consumed in various forms, including food (it tastes delicious in soup), tea, tincture, or pill.

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Red Raspberry Leaf

The hormone imbalance that fosters the growth of fibroids is combated by red raspberry leaf, which promotes gynecological health. In the realm of natural remedies for fibroids, a red raspberry leaf tea is a popular choice.

Make sure to use either fresh or dried leaves for the best results. You might also use a tincture or tea. Pregnant women might benefit from tinctures made from glycerite.

Wild Yam

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Wild yam is used (HRT) to make a natural progesterone cream. Because of its progesterone content, wild yam is most effective when combined with estrogen for hormone balance. Female hormones are normalized by wild yam, which may help avoid fibroids.

Vitex

Increased hormone production may be attributed to the effects of vitex on the pituitary gland. This restores a healthy hormonal equilibrium. Excess estrogen has been linked in numerous studies to the development of fibroids, therefore it is possible that this herb might help prevent future occurrences.

The most effective forms are a tincture or pills. Pregnant women might benefit from tinctures made from glycerite.

Nettles

Nettles are excellent for the well-being of females. They provide care for premenstrual syndrome, erratic or heavy periods, menopausal symptoms, and fibroids. Pills or tea made from nettles may aid the liver in processing estrogen, hence reducing fibroids and their associated symptoms.

It is recommended that pregnant women take glycerite tinctures. This can be used in the form of tea (either fresh or dried), tincture, or powdered extract. Foods, beverages, and other preparations similar to those, including stinging kale, are acceptable uses.

Maca Root

In addition to being an adaptogen, maca root is a nutrient-dense superfood. Since it aids fibroids by regulating hormones and increasing progesterone, it is a useful treatment. Making use of powder is the quickest.

Unless you grow some and make a tea out of it, it may be used as a flavor enhancer in foods, drinks, etc., thanks to its nice malty flavor.

Black Cohosh

Black cohosh contains phytoestrogens and isoferulic acids, both of which have estrogenic properties and are effective against inflammation. An herbal infusion, tincture, or tablet might do the trick. Pregnant women might benefit from tinctures made from glycerite.

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Moringa

Zinc, phosphorus, and magnesium are all present in moringa. These factors foster normal cell development, protect against disease and infection, and restrain fibroids from expanding. A serving of freshly chopped leaves (21 grams) provides protein, vitamins B6, B2, C, iron, magnesium, and B2. Use in cooking, beverages, and more, either fresh or as a powder—an environmentally friendly powder for lattes.

By Dominique Lambright | Published September 23, 2022

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