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Supporting Women's Health Naturally: Supplements, Herbs & Resources
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items A curated list exploring natural approaches to support women's unique health needs. Discover popular supplements, traditional herbs, and helpful resources aimed at promoting hormonal harmony, boosting energy, managing stress, and fostering overall vi...
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Hormonal Harmony & Cycle Support
Foundational Nutrients & Bone Strength
Energy, Stress Resilience & Mood Support
Urinary Tract & Gut Health Connection
Comforting Rituals & Further Learning
Hormonal Harmony & Cycle Support
Explore supplements and herbs traditionally used to support a balanced cycle, ease PMS symptoms, and navigate hormonal fluctuations gracefully.
Often used traditionally to support regular menstrual cycles and ease PMS symptoms. Considered helpful for balancing progesterone levels by some practitioners.
Nature's Way, Vitex Fruit, 400 mg, 100 Vegan Capsules
Rich in GLA (gamma-linolenic acid), commonly used to help with PMS symptoms like breast tenderness and mood swings, as well as skin health.
NOW Foods, Super Primrose, Evening Primrose Oil, 1,300 mg, 60 Softgels
Essential mineral involved in hundreds of bodily processes. May help ease menstrual cramps, support mood, improve sleep, and relax muscles. Magnesium L-Threonate excels in supporting brain health, while Magnesium Glycinate shines for relaxation, slee...
NOW Foods, Magtein®Magnesium L-Threonate, 2,000 mg, 90 Veg Capsules (66.6 mg per Capsule)
An adaptogenic root vegetable known for supporting energy levels, stamina, and libido. Some women find it helpful for hormonal balance, particularly during perimenopause.
NOW Foods, Maca, Raw, 750 mg, 90 Veg Capsules
A compound found in cruciferous vegetables, thought to support healthy estrogen metabolism. Often explored for hormonal balance support. Remember to consult your healthcare provider before adding new supplements to your routine.
Source Naturals, DIM、200mg、60 Tablets
Foundational Nutrients & Bone Strength
Essential vitamins and minerals crucial for women's long-term health, energy production, and maintaining strong bones throughout life.
Helps fill potential nutritional gaps in the diet, providing a baseline of essential vitamins and minerals tailored to women's needs (e.g., with appropriate iron/folate levels).
Life Extension, Two-Per-DayMultivitamin, 120 Capsules
Crucial partnership for bone health. Vitamin D aids calcium absorption, while K2 helps direct that calcium to the bones where it's needed. Many women are deficient in Vitamin D.
NOW Foods, Vitamin D-3 & K-2, 120 Capsules
Supports heart health, brain function, mood, and can help manage inflammation. Look for quality fish oil or algae-based options.
California Gold Nutrition, Omega-3 Premium Fish Oil, 100 Fish Gelatin Softgels (1,100 mg per Softgel)
Essential for energy, especially for menstruating women or those with low iron levels. Important: Get levels checked by a doctor before supplementing, as too much iron can be harmful. Choose gentle, non-constipating forms like iron bisglycinate.
NaturesPlus, Hema-Plex Iron with Essential Nutrients for Healthy Red Blood Cells, 60 Slow Release Mini Tabs
While D3/K2 are key, adequate Calcium intake is still important for bone structure. Magnesium aids calcium absorption and offers many other benefits. Often found together in balanced formulas.
Nature's Bounty, Calcium Magnesium Zinc with Vitamin D3, 100 Coated Caplets
Energy, Stress Resilience & Mood Support
Combat fatigue and support your body's response to stress with these energy-boosting nutrients and calming adaptogenic herbs.
Vital for energy metabolism, converting food into fuel. Also plays a role in nervous system health and mood regulation. Look for formulas with activated forms.
Life Extension, BioActive Complete B-Complex, 60 Vegetarian Capsules
A popular adaptogenic herb known for helping the body cope with stress, supporting calm energy levels, and promoting relaxation without drowsiness for many.
NOW Foods, Ashwagandha, Standardized Extract, 450 mg, 90 Veg Capsules
Another adaptogen often used to combat fatigue (both mental and physical), improve focus, and enhance resilience to stress.
Nature's Answer, Rhodiola Root, Standardized Fluid Extract, Alcohol-Free, 1,000 mg, 1 fl oz (30 ml)
An amino acid found in green tea, known for promoting relaxation and focus without sedation. Can be helpful for managing daily stress or winding down.
California Gold Nutrition, L-Theanine, Featuring AlphaWave®, 100 mg, 60 Veggie Capsules
Urinary Tract & Gut Health Connection
Proactive support for common female concerns, focusing on urinary tract health and the crucial role of balanced gut flora.
A type of simple sugar that can help prevent certain bacteria (like E. coli) from adhering to the urinary tract walls. Often used proactively for UTI prevention.
NOW Foods, D-Mannose, 500 mg, 120 Veg Capsules
Concentrated cranberry supplements (look for standardized PAC content) are another popular choice for supporting urinary tract health.
Nature's Answer, Cranberry Extract, Alcohol-Free, 2,000 mg, 1 fl oz (30 ml)
Specific probiotic strains can support both gut health and vaginal health by promoting a balanced microbiome. Look for blends containing Lactobacillus species like rhamnosus and reuteri.
Garden of Life, Dr. Formulated Probiotics, Once Daily Women's, 50 Billion, 30 Vegetarian Capsules
Comforting Rituals & Further Learning
Beyond supplements – simple rituals and reliable resources to deepen your understanding and practice of natural women's health.
A classic uterine tonic herb, often consumed in late pregnancy but also used traditionally throughout the cycle to support uterine health. Has a pleasant, mild flavor.
Frontier Co-op, Cut & Sifted Red Raspberry Leaf, 16 oz (453 g)
Look for blends with chamomile, lemon balm, passionflower, or lavender to sip in the evening for relaxation and stress relief.
Yogi Tea, Honey Lavender Stress Relief、Honey Lavender, Caffeine Free, 16 Tea Bags, 1.02 oz (29 g)
Versatile for relaxation. Add a few drops to a bath, use in a diffuser, or dilute with a carrier oil for a calming massage.
Cococare, 100% Lavender, 1 fl oz (30 ml)
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