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2	Women’s Health Statistics
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7	EstroSense for perimenopause and estrogen dominance
8	EstroSense = Normal PAPS
9	EstroSense for perimenopause and estrogen dominance
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12	EstroSense for perimenopause and estrogen dominance
13	EstroSense for perimenopause and estrogen dominance Protector of the liver Detoxifies a wide range of hormones, drugs and toxins Milk thistle improves estrogen balance by metabolizing estrogen to the good estrogens Increases intracellular glutathione production by 35% in healthy persons By preventing the depletion of glutathione heavy metals (cadmium, lead, arsenic and mercury) and pesticides are detoxified Reduces the toxic effects of chemotherapy Inhibits breast cancer cell growth
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15	EstroSense for perimenopause and estrogen dominance
16	Peri-menopause Age 35 is when you finally get your head together and your body starts falling apart Phyllis Diller
17	EstroSense for women during Perimenopause? Women with: Endometriosis Uterine fibroids Fibrocystic breasts (benign breast disease) Peri-menopause and post menopause Acne & PMS Heavy periods and/or long periods Overweight or obese Ovarian cysts, ovarian cancer or PCOD Breast cancer prevention and treatment Abnormal PAP tests Women on the PILL
18	Endo, ovarian cysts, heavy periods, uterine fibroids – estrogen dominance Nutrient recommendations: Indole-3-carbinol, D-glucarate, lycopene, milk thistle, sulforaphane, rosemary, curcumin, green tea extract (EstroSense) – 2- 4 caps/day Vitex, Chaste Tree berry Evening Primrose oil/RX Omega Factors – 2,000 – 3,000mg per day Multivitamin with minerals Greens Eliminate xenoestrogens from diet and home
19	Symptom Comparison Chart MENOPAUSE LIVER ADRENAL THYROID Memory loss, brain fog R R Insomnia, night sweats R R R R Fatigue, mood swings R R R R Irregular menses R Weight gain/loss R R Water retention R R R Urinary incontinence R Muscle/bone aches R R R Hot flashes, anxiety R R Depression/anger R R Blood pressure changes R R Hypoglycemia R Headaches R R PMS R Bowel Problems R Cold Hands and Feet R
20	Hypothyroidism 20-25% of US population have low thyroid and an estimated additional 20% have normal TSH but all the symptoms of low thyroid. Common signs and symptoms: Depression Difficulty in losing weight Dry skin, hair loss Headaches Lethargy or fatigue Menstrual problems Recurrent infections Sensitivity to cold
21	Thyroid health Have your thyroid checked (arm pit temp below 97.6F may suggest low thyroid) Menstruating women take test on the second, third or fourth day of their period. Nutrient recommendations for thyroid health: Ashwaganda - Withania somnifera increases T4 Commiphora mukul – myrrh - enhances the conversion of T4 to T3. Both herbs work to boost thyroid gland directly Iodine - to make thyroid hormone Tyrosine – to make thyroid hormone Multimineral and vitamin supplement for complete thyroid support
22	When will HRT be banned? 2002 JAMA published results of the WHI study 26% increase in invasive breast cancer 41% increase in strokes 29% increase in heart attacks Doubled rates of blood clots in legs and lungs Increased risk for gallbladder and liver disease This is NOT the first study to show these results 2003 study shows double risk of dementia 2003 invasive, not-easy-to detect breast cancer 2004 hearing loss Mar 2004 Estrogen-only arm halted Increased risk of stroke, dementia, mild brain damage
23	MenoSense for Menopause symptoms Menopause is one year with no periods For the reduction of: hot flashes, sleep problems, irritability, brain fog, night sweats, vaginal atrophy & dryness, leg cramps, menstrual abnormalities Herbs to treat menopause symptoms: Dong Quai (Angelica sinensis) .8% ligustilide Chaste Tree Berry (Vitex agnus-castus) .6% Acubine Black Cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa) 2 - 4mg of 27-deoxyacteine Gamma oryzanol (ferulic acid) Hesperidin Take 2 capsules at breakfast 2 at bedtime for night sweats
24	Black Cohosh Extract: A Double-Blind Study Summary: 80 pts. were given either black cohosh extract (2 tablets twice daily providing 4 mg of 27-deoxyacteine), or conjugated estrogens (0.625 mg daily), or placebo for 12 weeks. Cimicifuga extract produced better results in the Kupperman Menopausal Index, HAMA, and vaginal cytology than estrogens or placebo. Reference: Stoll W: Phytopharmacon influences atrophic vaginal epithelium. Double-blind study - Cimicifuga vs. estrogenic substances. Therapeuticum 1:23-31, 1987.
25	Black Cohosh Extract: A Double-Blind Study
26	Black Cohosh Extract: A Double-Blind Study Summary: 62 postmenopausal women were treated either with black cohosh (40 mg), estrogen (0.6 mg), or placebo. Results indicated that black cohosh was equipotent to estrogen and and superior to placebo in reducing menopausal complaints. Black cohosh exerted desired effects on the brain and hypothalamus, bone, and in the vagina, but without exerting uterotrophic effects. Reference: Wuttke W, et al. The Cimicifuga preparation BNO 1055 vs. conjugated estrogens in a double-blind placebo-controlled study: effects on menopause symptoms and bone markers. Maturitas 2003;44(Suppl.1):S67-77.
27	How to Get off HRT? Week 1 & 2 4 days HRT 3 days MenoSense Week 3 & 4 3 days HRT 4 days MenoSense Week 5 & 6 2 days HRT 5 days MenoSense Week 7 & 8 0 to 1 day HRT 7 days MenoSense
28	In Summary - What can we offer? We can provide: Emotional support Every women needs a multivitamin with minerals Liver support to aid hormone balance – EstroSense Thyroid and adrenal support – Thyroid Health Herbs for menopausal symptoms – MenoSense Herbs for enhancing progesterone – Vitex/EstroSense Nutrients for mood enhancement - 5HTP-RX Omega Estrogen dominant conditions - EstroSense PMS, skin, hormones – EPO and RX OmegaFactors Books to educate E-newsletters by Dr. Michael Murray and Lorna Vanderhaeghe