Women’s Health Supplements
Supplements conceived by common sense, grounded in science and proven with results. For those who are serious about health and trust that nature holds the key to real health.
For those bitter-sweet moments in life + health…
As anyone who has struggled to conceive knows, infertility can be a hard journey with various — and sometimes overwhelming — treatment possibilities. But there’s one option to boost your baby-making chances that’s relatively simple and non-invasive: your diet — and, more specifically, the micronutrients you get through food or supplements.
We’ve broken down some of the most effective supplements for fertility, with details on their use, effectiveness, and dosage…
Methylfolate: 1 x 400mg daily – CytopPlan
- promotes maternal tissue growth during pregnancy
- increases maternal folate status. Low maternal folate status is a risk factor in the development of neural tube defects in the developing foetus.
- Folate has a role in the process of cell division
- contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
- stimulates blood formation
- supports the body’s natural immne system
Krill Oil +/or Flaxseed Oil (Vegan): 2 capsules daily – CytoPlan
- Increased consumption of Omega 3’s has been associated with improved embryo implantatio, decreased premature labor,increased egg quality and positive effects on foetal brain development.
- Contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism
- promotes normal lipid metabolism
- maintains normal liver function
- promotes normal function of heart, brain function, vision and blood pressure
SuperMag Plus: 1-4 capsules daily – Nutrigold
- contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, iodine contributes to normal thyroid function.
- promotes the normal function of the immune system.
- protects cells from oxidative stress.
- Magnesium deficiency has been linked to infertility, and to complications during pregnancy
- In a small study, infertile women who were supplemented with magnesium and selenium all became pregnant within 8 months.
- magnesium helps maintain a good blood supply to the womb and is vital for the production of progesterone, “the pregnancy hormone.”
- Low magnesium intake is also linked to chronic inflammation, which is one of the drivers of aging and associated with poor egg quality and poor fertility outcomes.
Vitamin D3: 1 tablet daily – Cytoplan
- contributes to the absorption and utilisation of calcium and phosphorus
- helps maintain normal blood calcium levels
- the maintenance of bones and teeth
- the maintenance of normal muscle function
- the normal function of the immune system
- boosts production of good-quality eggs in the ovaries and improves the chances of embryos implanting successfully in the uterus.
Organic SELF Wholefoods: up to 1 teaspoon per day – Safe remedies
- a blend of fermented whole foods high in Phytoestrogens
- These wholefoods do not contain hormones, but rather the free-form nutrients that can assist the body to create its own balance naturally.
- The whole foods in Organic SELF, through the FloraFerm process, are broken down (pre-digested) by friendly bacteria releasing the nutrients for easier absorption and assimilation. This means you are getting pre-released nutrients, reducing the burden on the digestive tract.
Menopause is a fact of life for many women. It occurs when women stop menstruating. The time before menopause when women gradually produce less oestrogen is called perimenopause. As women transition from perimenopause into menopause they may experience: hot flashes, insomnia, vaginal dryness, night sweats, weight gain, mood swings, changes in libido.
Some women go through the menopause and experience only minor symptoms. Others experience severe symptoms. Some vitamins may help ease menopause symptoms and support overall health.
As oestrogen levels in the body decrease, your risk of developing some conditions increases. This includes: osteoporosis, heart disease, urinary incontinence.
Here are some vitamins that help minimize the symptoms of low estrogen…
Second Spring Herboloqi: 1 tbsp x2 daily with 250ml water, juice or smoothie – Life + Lemons
- This combination of powerful herbs work synergistically, providing the necessary support to ease the rise and fall of the menopause hormones and the frequency and severity of so many unpleasant menopause symptoms.
- As a bonus, these herbs contribute to health and well-being BEYOND menopause giving you the freedom to live your best life.
- This premium quality herbal food supplement uses only the highest quality ingredients and is presented in the perfect percentage to ensure maximum benefit to both your hormones and long term health.
Ashwagandha: 500-600mg daily
- helps control hormonal fluctuations during menopause, since it works on the endocrine system—thus offering relief from symptoms like mood swings and hot flashes.
- helps regulate blood sugar levels
- The root of the herb has antibacterial and antimicrobial properties
- can help alleviate your stress, helping you say goodbye to massive hair loss.
- It acts as a sexual stimulant
- improves eating habits and paves the road for weight loss.
Organic SELF Wholefoods: up to 1 teaspoon per day – Safe remedies
- a blend of fermented whole foods high in Phytoestrogens
- These wholefoods do not contain hormones, but rather the free-form nutrients that can assist the body to create its own balance naturally.
- The whole foods in Organic SELF, through the FloraFerm process, are broken down (pre-digested) by friendly bacteria releasing the nutrients for easier absorption and assimilation. This means you are getting pre-released nutrients, reducing the burden on the digestive tract.
Second Spring Acupressure Health Freckles: Life + Lemons
- rare, natural earth magnets with a touch of vitamin C. Powerfully stimulates acupuncture points for support in life + health.
- helps with emtional balance, energy + Vitality, period pain, headaches
- offers hormonal support
It’s no secret that PMS has a bad rap. We’ve all heard the horror stories, and some of us have lived them. Short for premenstrual syndrome, PMS describes the collection of symptoms that women typically experience one to two weeks before their period’s onset. Nearly all menstruating women can say that they’ve had some degree of PMS in their lifetime.
The list of PMS symptoms is surprisingly vast: by some estimates, over 150 symptoms have been attributed to PMS. Common physical symptoms include bloating, cramps, and breast tenderness. Emotional symptoms include irritability, depression, and mood swings. There is no single, straightforward explanation as to what causes PMS, though it’s often attributed to hormonal shifts during the menstrual cycle. While minor symptoms can be merely disruptive, acute symptoms are debilitating. Whatever the severity, PMS is commonly thought of as an unwelcome monthly occurrence.
Although you can’t necessarily erase all signs of PMS, studies show that its symptoms can be reduced through focused attention to diet and supplementation. Below are our recommendations:
Multi Vitamin B Complex: 1-2 capsules daily – Nutrigold
- Vitamin B1 – contributes to normal psychological function and normal function of the heart.
- Vitamin B2 – contributes to maintenance of normal skin, red blood cells and vision.
- Vitamin B3 – contributes to maintenance of normal mucous membranes.
- Vitamin B5 – contributes to normal synthesis and metabolism of steroid hormones, Vitamin D and some neurotransmitters.
- Vitamin B6 – contributes to maintenance of normal homocysteine and metabolism and of regulation of hormonal activity.
- Folate – contributes to maternal tissue growth during pregnancy and has a role in the process of cell division. 400µg daily folic acid intake increases maternal folate status. Low maternal folate status is a risk factor in the development of neural tube defects in the developing foetus.
- Vitamin B12 – contributes to normal red blood cell formation. Vitamin B12 is naturally found in fish, dairy produce, organ meats, beef, and pork. This means that vegetarians and vegans often choose it as a regular supplement.
- Choline – contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism; normal lipid metabolism and maintenance of normal liver function.
- Inositol – associated with B vitamins, inositol plays an important role in cell communication and hormones that regulate blood sugar levels.
- Biotin – contributes to maintenance of normal hair and skin.
- PABA – related to folate, this important nutrient works with other B vitamins in their roles relating to maintaining optimal health.
Magnesium Citrate: 1-2 capsules daily – CytoPlan
- contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
- the maintenance of normal bones and teeth
- psychological function
- electrolyte balance
- energy-yielding metabolism
- muscle function
- functioning of the nervous system
- protein synthesis
- has a role in the process of cell division
- eases physical PMS symptoms such as water retention, breast pain, bloating, headache, nausea, and back pain. Several other sources confirm that magnesium can reduce fluid retention, bloating, and breast tenderness.
- help prevent and relieve menstrual headaches.
- reduces cravings and stress due to PMS.
Peak Flow Herboloqi: up to 4 tsps daily- Life + Lemons
- This natural herb blend has been specifically formulated to help women with irregular or painful periods.
- This “blood tonic” is packed full of hormone balancing, stress busting, anti-inflammatry, libido boosting ingredients to help you with pre-conception or period pain support and to simply embrace an easy, heathy drama free flow each month.
- offers you a natural daily does of calm and balance to prepare you for your cycle as well as supporting you during your period.
Castor Oil Pack: Life + Lemons
- Natural technique to reducepain and inflammation whilst supporting hormonal balance and immune function.
- Reduces inflammation
- Used over the abdomen / reproductive organs they can help to improve the lymph and blood circulation
- Helps shrink and eliminate ovarian cysts/uterine fibroids and endometrial adhesions and help clear fallopian tubes
- Helps to soften / ease uterine adhesions and scarring
- Reduces menstrual cramps
- Supports healthy bowel movements
Anxiety can come in many forms. It can cause worry, unease, fear, or panic. The most common treatment options for anxiety disorders include therapy, medication, or a combination of both. However, some natural supplements could also help with everyday anxiety. Listed below are our recommendations:
Magnesium Threonate: 1-2 capsules daily – Cytoplan
- Magnesium is an important mineral necessary for the proper functioning of almost every system in the human body.
- Several studies suggest that it plays a role in anxiety.
- A 2017 systematic review looked at the results of 18 different studies. The researchers found that magnesium supplements may improve measures of anxiety in people vulnerable to the condition, but also that the quality of evidence is currently poor.
- A short 2016 review study reports that people with anxiety related to premenstrual syndrom benefited from taking magnesium supplements.
People can take magnesium supplements or obtain the nutrient by eating the following high magnesium foods:
- whole wheat
- spinach
- quinoa
- almonds and cashews
- dark chocolate
- black beans
Vitamin D: 1 tablet daily – Cytoplan
- plays an important role in mood regulation, as well as nerve and brain health.
- Research has established a link between vitamin D levels and depression, claiming that taking vitamin D supplements may help treat the condition.
- A 2015 review study reports that people with symptoms of anxiety or depression had lower levels of calcidiol, a byproduct of vitamin D breakdown, in their bodies.
- A 2017 study found that taking vitamin D supplements improved both depression and anxiety in women with type 2 dabetes.
Ashwagandha
- Ashwagandha is a plant and the root and berry is used in Ayurvedic medicine for a variety of reasons. This ranges from tackling anxiety, bipolar disorder, balance, asthma, sleep issues as well as increasing the chances of fertility and one’s libido.
- the primary property in adaptogens like ashwagandha is that it helps to regulate cortisol levels in the body, and in turn helping to manage stress and adrenal fatigue issues
- an overall rejuvenator and tonic for the body
Krill Oil +/or Flaxseed Oil (Vegan): 2 capsules daily – Cytoplan
- Brain membranes contain a high proportion of these fats, and human studies suggest that a lack of omega-3s/fish oils in the brain may induce various behavioral and psychiatric disorders.
- Anti-depressants and fish oils work in a similar way; primarily through serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) although natural treatments like fish oil are becoming increasingly more preferable and popular.
Our chosen + reliable supplement suppliers
Cytoplan is a unique science-based supplement company exclusively supplying the needs of health care professionals and their patients. Cytoplan was founded in 1990, by practitioners with many years experience in nutrition science.
Their emphasis is on quality, innovation and efficacy of product and Cytoplan has been a leader in the field of food-based supplementation for many years. They work closely with Doctors and scientists to produce products, which are highly bio-effective, truly innovative and backed by research and studies. They have a reputation for quality, integrity, innovation and excellent service.
Cytoplan consider that the supplements most appropriate and safe for human ingestion are those in which the nutrients are presented in the same form as those in food – as the nutrients are in their Food State and Wholefood supplements. These are bio-active nutrient complexes containing all the associated food factors in which they occur in nature. If a substance is appropriate to metabolic activity, you do not need high levels – and that is fundamental to our nutritional philosophy.
Cytoplan are owned by a charitable organisation and we make regular donations of supplements to charities and those in need. They aim to make a significant contribution to the health of our customers and this is more important to them than profit.
All their products are conceived by common sense, grounded in science and proven with results. Cytoplan products are for those who are serious about health, trust that nature holds the key to real health and want a company they can believe in.
What’s in a name?
‘Cyto’ is Greek for ‘Cell’, the basic structural and functional unit of any living thing, the “building blocks of life”. So Cytoplan is interpreted as a plan for Cells, or Cell Plan. They seek to achieve this through scientific and natural nutritional support, represented through our supplements and educational programme.
‘Cyto’ also originates from the Greek word meaning hollow vessel or container, hence the relationship with Cell. This is depicted in our logo by the flask. The flask also represents science, and the science based approach of our company – our product innovation is driven by the latest science based evidence.
Nutrigold was founded in 1999 by naturopaths and scientists, with an extensive research and clinical background in the nutritional health field with the objective of serving the needs of fellow practitioners and their clients. After many years of intense and ongoing development, our unique range of products and education services have helped us achieve a well-deserved reputation as one of the country’s leading brands supplying UK Health Practitioners and people seeking the very best in food supplements for their health and wellbeing
Whilst they remain wedded to the statement attributed to Hippocrates “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food” they also understand that food alone may not be enough to ensure you maintain and achieve your optimal wellbeing and high quality absorbable food supplements may be required to achieve and maintain this goal. Leaning on a mixture of naturopathic principles, nutrition science, and supported by contemporary research we have, and continue to develop safe and effective food supplements to help you, your clients and your family.
Nutrigold strives to be more than just another supplement supplier to help you balance you nutritional needs to optimise and maintain your health; they focus on the form of our nutrients and in particular bioavailability. This is important because the efficiency with which your system absorbs the key nutrients (vitamins, minerals, enzymes, herbs or botanicals) affects both the speed and level of positive health effects, as well impacting on the cost of your supplement programme.
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