Many herbs can be used to stimulate and detox your uterus, improve its tone and ease menstrual or menopausal symptoms. Here are 3 herbs that aid you in cleaning your uterus naturally.
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Ginger
Ginger reduces inflammation while increasing oxygen and blood flow to your uterus, say Asa Hershoff and Andrea Rotelli in "Herbal Remedies." Ginger is actually a good whole-body detoxifier because it supports liver function, boosts circulation, and promotes healthy sweating, says Ann Louise Gittleman, author of "The Fat Flush Foods." It is safe to take during pregnancy and is in fact a proven remedy for nausea in pregnant women according to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine.
Marigold
Marigold is a good cleansing herb that can be used to support uterine health according to "Essential Herbal Wisdom," by Nancy Arrowsmith. The fact that it has cleansing qualities but does not irritate mucous membranes makes it especially useful for a hardened uterus. You should try drinking marigold tea, or combining marigold and chamomile in tea. Both can help regulate menstrual bleeding and ease cramps. It should be used for a week prior to menstruation for this purpose, Arrowsmith advises. Avoid marigold if you are pregnant.
Motherwort
Motherwort, which may help your uterus contract after giving birth, is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat menopausal and menstrual symptoms. The uterotonic, or uterus stimulating, component in motherwort is called leonurine, which is present in the herb's leaves according to Y.C. Kong, lead author of a study published in the American Journal of Chinese Medicine.
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Other studies published in Anticancer Research indicate that motherwort may have an effect against mammary cancer as well.
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BONUS: Raspberry
It may not be an herb, but red raspberries have long been used as a uterine tonic to regulate and tone uterine muscles according to "The Complete Herbal Guide," by Stacey Chillemi and Michael Chillemi. It can help return your uterus to its normal tone and reduce swelling and bleeding after giving birth. Its ferulic acid content may ease menstrual flow by stimulating the muscles that support the uterus while also reducing excessive menstrual bleeding.
In the past, raspberry was used during pregnancy, but this is no longer recommended due to the possibility of stimulating contractions, says Chillemis. Raspberry is rich in nutrients that support the reproductive system as well as other body systems. These include flavonoids, tannins, beta-carotenes, alpha-carotenes, alkaloids, calcium, leutin, iron, manganese, phosphorus, magnesium, selenium, potassium, zinc, B vitamins, and vitamins E and C, says Chillemis.
Be mindful that some herbs that boost uterine health should not be taken when you are pregnant due to the risk of stimulating contractions.
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We just talked about the women, now we can talk about the men.
The penis is actually a sensitive tissue composed of blood vessels – veins and arteries, as well as nerves. When a man is having an erection, blood rushes to the blood vessels, making it hard and erect. The corposa cavernosa, the main chamber within the penis where the majority of blood circulates, is the main component in penile erection.
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For a man to maintain a healthy erection, he must make sure that blood circulating to the area is free from blocking substances such as cholesterol and fat.
Your diet plays a major role in all of this, so you may need to detox "down there" in order to clean out bad things you've been taking in, increase your blood and boost your stamina. Here are three natural ways to do it:
1. Blackberries
Blackberries are rich in antioxidants and fiber. Anti-oxidants help the body get rid of free radicals while fiber flushes toxins out of the body. Here's a quick mix:
- ¼ k blackberries
- 2 tbsp grade b maple syrup
- 1 L distilled water
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Beetroot juice is high in NO3, a nitrate. Nitrates are vasodilators, that is, they open (dilate) the vascular system (blood vessels and capillaries). When your blood vessels open wider, you have increased blood flow throughout the body.
Increased and improved blood flow throughout the body confers many health and performance-related benefits.
Here's the quick mix to blend and drink:
- 1/2 of a medium-sized beet
- 1 apple, orange, or pear
- 3 carrots
3. Probiotics
Probiotics found in natural greek yogurt or just plain natural probiotic pills will do. Another option is Young Coconut Kefir. Drink this delicious probiotic-rich fermented drink and you'll cut sugar cravings, boost your energy and immunity and create younger-looking skin to boot! It is an excellent source of potassium and a very good source of natural sodium.
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Here are a few honorable mentions that will also help "down there":
- Chamomile - A traditional remedy for stress and anxiety, chamomile acts as a diuretic and nerve tonic.
- Juniper Berry - Acts as a diuretic, anti-inflammatory, and decongestant. Very useful in helping to regulate blood sugar levels.
- Ligustrum Berry - Ligustrum Berry nourishes and tones the liver and kidneys and increases blood circulation.
- Licorice Root - Licorice root fights inflammation and viral, bacterial, and parasitic infection. Cleanses the colon, and enhances microcirculation in the gastrointestinal lining.
- Milk Thistle Seed - Also called Mary Thistle, Milk Thistle protects the liver from toxins and pollutants by preventing free radical damage and stimulating the production of new liver cells.
- Turmeric Tuber -Used throughout Southeast Asia and India for thousands of years, Turmeric has been shown to aid circulation, lower cholesterol, and improve blood vessel health. Healers have used Tumeric for years for the treatment of obesity, as it is said to cut the fat from the blood.
Simply put, a healthy heart equals a healthy penis. Your endothelial cells are crucial for releasing nitric oxide—and good nutrition is one of the central factors influencing its production, according to a study in the American Journal of Cardiology. This is good news since ED pills come with an ever-growing list of side effects: heartburn, chest pain, memory loss, vision loss, and hearing loss.
If you’re concerned about ED and want to improve blood flow naturally you have to change how you eat. The ONLY way to reverse atherosclerosis and unclog your arteries is to stop eating cholesterol-containing foods. These foods include meat, chicken, fish, eggs, milk, and cheese. This may take a while, so in the meantime, you can eat foods that contain nitrates to boost nitric oxide production.
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Be careful, nitrates are not nitrites. Nitrites are used to preserve meats and react with protein to form nitrosamines that can cause cancer. Foods that are naturally high in nitrates including pistachios also boost nitric oxide and sexual performance.
Foods high in citrulline also boost nitric oxide production. Nitric oxide is made from the amino acids arginine and citrulline. Taking arginine is not helpful because it is broken down by digestion. Citrulline forms arginine that is then converted to nitric oxide in the cells. Foods high in citrulline improve sexual performance. Watermelons are very high in citrulline, especially yellow watermelons. Yellow watermelons have four times as much citrulline as red watermelons. Blended watermelon pulp makes a delicious, refreshing drink.
But don't go all healthy yet.
According to Men's Health, a vegan diet can hurt you in the bedroom as well. Despite the many benefits of eating more fruits and vegetables, cutting out animal products entirely means you’re more likely to develop a vitamin D deficiency, which can spell bad news for your penis.
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In fact, a lack of Vitamin D can raise your risk of ED, according to a study published in The Journal of Sexual Medicine. When you don’t get enough vitamin D, your body might not produce enough nitric oxide, a compound your blood vessels need to function at their best.
The good news is, you can boost your intake and be strong again. The National Institutes of Health recommends aiming for at least 600 international units (IU) of vitamin D per day, but many organizations suggest more than that. Experts say that most patients should probably take anywhere from 2000 to 5000 IU of vitamin D3 if they are found to be deficient.
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Your best bet is getting enough sunlight, but that can be a struggle. If you live in the northern U.S., Vitamin D is hard to come by naturally through your food, but it’s not impossible. Fatty fish like salmon and tuna, eggs, fortified milk, and cheese are all good options. Plant-based are not, you might not be getting enough, so check in with your doc if you suspect your D levels are low. He or she can work to find a dose that fits your needs and potentially recommend a supplement.
