When in doubt - Check with your doctor!
Any suggestions are purely from my personal research and experience.
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pure and fresh and I recommend you try them, even if it's just to compare to what you're using now. The Variety Pak and TTC Sampler in TTC Store allow you to purchase a small quantity so you can compare. There are so many wonderful herbs but these IMHO are THE MOST important and will enhance your chances of Conceiving Naturally in addition to a healthy diet, lots of fresh air, drink lots water and exercise! Please also remember to do your KEGELS and monthly breast exams! As always I'm sending lots of love and fertile eggly thoughts :o} Momma Kath |
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Prenatals contain folic acid (B9) which is necessary for proper cell growth for your growing child. I have been taking pre-natal vitamins since I started my TTC Journey 12/97. |
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Alfalfa 800 mg daily maintenance, 2,400 mg per day cleansing: Alfalfa alkalizes and detoxifies the body (making the body more sperm and estrogen friendly, thus improving cervical mucus!). Acts as a diuretic, eases inflammation, lowers cholesterol, has helped arthritis sufferers, balances hormones,and promotes pituitary gland function. Contains Alpha-carotene, B-complex vitamins, calcium, chlorophyll, copper, essential amino acids, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, protein, sodium, sulfur, zinc, vitamins A, C, D, E, and K. Alfalfa is one of the most mineral-rich foods known because it's roots grow as much as 130 feet into the earth. The minerals it contains are in a balanced form which promotes absorption. This is a TTCer's Friend! DH would do well to take Alfalfa too! PLEASE BEWARE: There is some evidence that Alfalfa may trigger lupus in sensitive individuals. |
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Folic Acid (B9) 800 mcg daily: Although, the FDA recommends that Folic Acid consumption should be limited to 1,000 mcg per day, keep in mind that: Alcohol, Phenobarbital and anticonvulsants can produce a folic acid deficiency. BE CAREFUL not to supplement with only one B vitamin without providing your body with the full range of B vitamins. |
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Lecithin (triple strength) 1 before each meal: Take one Lecithin capsule before each meal to improve brain function, absorption of thiamin by the liver and Vitamin A by the intestines. Helps promote energy and is needed to help repair liver damage caused by alcohol. Lecithin enables fat to be disbursed and removed from the body. |
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RED RASPBERRY "RR" 500 mg. capsules Take 2 capsules per day or 1,000 for entire cycle. Can be taken during pregnancy until a month prior to labor/delivery. Strengthens the uterine lining which in turn lengthens LP LP = Luteal Phase LP = dpo or days past ovulation eases painful menses and nausea.
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Take 2 capsules per day for the entire cycle. Vitex a/k/a chasteberry or Chaste Tree Berry helps relieve PMS because of its effects on female sex hormones. It helps balance hormones produced during a women's cycles, increasing production of luteinizing hormone and inhibiting the release of follicle-stimulating hormone. This leads to a shift in the estrogen-progesterone ratio, resulting in less estrogen to cause or aggravate PMS. The only caveat is that women who have PMS with significant depression should probably steer clear of chasteberry. Some research suggests that PMS with depression is caused by excess progesterone, and chasteberry is said to raise progesterone levels. For most women, though, chasteberry works. Chasteberry proved clearly superior to B6.
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Take up to 3 capsules per day for the entire cycle. Spread it out - 1 in morning 1 in afternoon 1 in evening Known as the "herb for infertility" and to prevent miscarriage. This is a valuable remedy for menstrual problems, endometriosis, uterine infections and ovarian cysts. It alkalizes ovaries, kidneys and bladder. It encourages the ovaries to release hormones at the right time. It may take months for the herb to have a significant effect so please try to give it a chance! False unicorn root has been used to prevent threatened miscarriage and stop hemorrhage. Begin one month before conception and continue through first trimester.
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(Deglycyrrhizinated w/ Glycine) 480 mg. capsules Take 2 capsules per day Licorice has estrogen and progesterone-like effects, cleanses the colon and decreases muscular spasms and increases fluidity of mucus. Licorice should only be taken for 7 days at one time unless it is Deglycyrrhizinated as it can raise blood pressure. Deglycyrrhizinated licorice may stimulate natural defense mechanisms that prevent the occurrence of ulcers by increasing the amount of mucus-secreting cells in the digestive tract. This improves the quality of mucus and lengthens intestinal cell life.
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B6 Pyridoxine Take 1 tablet per day for the entire cycle. B6 is used while TTC to increase LP LP = Luteal Phase or DPO (days past ovulation) Assist RNA & DNA synthesis and production of red blood cells. If Vitex is not for you try B6. Brewers Yeast (not sold in TTC Store) is a good way to get a variety of B vitamins.
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EFAs are used by the body to produce substances that send messages. These messages trigger important events that need to occur each cycle! |
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500 IU gel capsules Take 2 capsules or 1,000 IU per day EPO is a natural estrogen promoter. It should only be taken from AF - Ovulation. It enhances the release of sex hormones such as estrogen. EPO causes uterine contractions which may interfere w/ implantation. |
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FLAX SEED OIL "FSO" 1,000 mg. capsules Take 2 capsules or 2,000 mg per day Flaxseeds are rich in omega-3 essential fatty acids, magnesium, potassium and fiber. Although FSO can be taken throughout your life, if you are also taking EPO, you may want to: EPO = AF to Ovulation FSO = Ovulation to AF |
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Acidophilus w/ Bifidus For Yeast Infections take 1 capsule 3 times a day for 30 days. 1 capsule per day for prevention/maintenance. Yeast Infections are common during pregnancy, when acidity and sugar content of vaginal secretions are altered. Antibiotics quite often lead to yeast infections because you destroy both the bad and the "good" bacteria. Some women are prone to yeast infections following AF because of hormonal changes. Yeast infections can be sexually transmitted. |
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For Urinary Tract Infections "UTI" take 2 capsules 3 times a day as an addition to the everyday diet. Each capsule contains: Cranberry extract Cranberry Juice Concentrate Cubeb Berry and Ascorbic Acid Cranberry is the best herbal remedy for bladder infections. Quality cranberry produces hippuric acid in the urine which acidifies the urine and inhibits bacterial growth. |
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The herbs in the TTC Store 100% pure, highest quality herbs obtainable. They do not have fillers or additives. Great care is taken to assure our customers satisfaction. Stress and tension can often be at the root of infertility.
A heathy diet rich in vitamins and minerals
Herb's can play a vital role in correcting problems
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