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WOMAN’S SELECT Herbal Female Formula Testimonials

“Dong Quai is Chinese herbalism’s most important gynecological herb . . .  it is routinely used to treat amenorrhea (no menstruation, infertility, premenstrual syndrome and menopausal distress) . . . Dong Quai based formulations are extraordinarily effective and safe . . . they help regulate menstrual functions and prevent degeneration of the reproductive system.”
	Radiant Health, 1998.  Ron Teeguarden Master Herbalist & Author

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WOMAN’S SELECT Herbal Female Formula Frequently Asked Questions

How do you use it?
For most women, 1 tablet twice daily for 90 days, then 1 tablet daily for as long as needed or directed.  Throughout the first 90 days, you will notice results.  Once you have achieved optimum results for a period of time, you may taper off and discontinue—then start again whenever you feel the need. 

Do you take it every day, even during your period?
Yes.  The comprehensive formula was designed to be taken every day, including during your period.  It is not intended for use during pregnancy or nursing.

Do you have to take it every month?
No.  Which would you rather use—a product that you have to take for a week every month, year after year because it offers only temporary symptomatic relief OR a product that addresses the cause of the problem?  WOMAN’S SELECT addresses the cause of the problem and re-balances your system.  Once this is accomplished, you should be able to discontinue and re-use only as needed.

Why is this formula all herbal?
Herbs are Mother Nature’s most natural healers.  They gently, safely and effectively help bring your body back into harmony by nourishing and strengthening it.  Herbs work on correcting the cause of the problem rather than just masking symptoms.  In this way, once a problem is corrected, it shouldn’t recur.

Is it safe?
Yes.  Each of the herbs in WOMAN’S SELECT has been used safely for hundreds of years.  This formula has also proven itself with Naturopathic doctors for many years.  WOMAN’S SELECT is also manufactured under the strictest procedures and highest quality control standards.

What is the difference between WOMAN’S SELECT and MENO-SELECT?
MENO-SELECT is designed specifically to help compensate for the change of life.  WOMAN’S SELECT is designed for use in relief of menstrual symptoms.

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WOMAN’S SELECT Herbal Female Formula Herb Function

The following are brief descriptions of the ingredient herbs in WOMAN’S SELECT.

Blessed Thistle 
As an excellent blood purifier, blessed thistle (also known as holy thistle or St. Benedict thistle) is such a beneficial tonic herb for all the organs in the body that, historically, it is credited with magical powers.  Shakespeare wrote about it in his play Much Ado About Nothing, with the advice: “Get you some of this distilled Carduus Benedictus and lay it to your heart.  It is the only thing for a qualm.”  Similar to its well known relative, milk thistle, it is superior at tonifying and strengthening the liver, making it highly recommended by herbalists as a uterine tonifyer and as a treatment for women with painful menstrual periods.  Evidence also suggest that blessed thistle has anti-inflammatory properties.

Dong Quai
Revered as one of the most important remedies in traditional Chinese medicine, Dong Quai has a long tradition for use in the alleviation of the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS).  It can normalize uterine contractions and treat dysmenorrhea.  Scientists have shown that the herb’s rich supply of phytoestrogens allows for the body to dispose of excess estrogen produced when PMS symptoms are experienced and facilitate the body’s ability to process available estrogen more efficiently. Studies suggest the herb dilates blood vessels and facilitates healthy blood flow, useful in fighting the hypertension associated with PMS.  Finally, dong quai strengthens the immune system by enhancing white blood cell activity.

Raspberry Leaf
Raspberry leaves have been used for centuries by women during pregnancy.  In 1941, a study in the British medical journal the Lancet scientifically confirmed that raspberry leaves contain a complex biochemical that is a uterine relaxant, helping to strengthen the uterus.  The leaves also help to regulate the menstrual cycle and decrease heavy menstrual flow.

Squawvine
Squawvine’s name stems from its use by Native American women for it use after childbirth.  It was used to ease menstrual cramps, help with irregular menstruation and bleeding and strengthen the uterus.  This native North American evergreen continued to have a reputation in folk medicine to treat postpartum depression, anxiety, hemorrhoids, edema, insomnia and inflammation.

False Unicorn Root
Scientific knowledge did not exist for Native American women to know that saponins and glycosides present in this herb make it an effective uterine tonic, diuretic, anti-inflammatory and emmenagogue; or that it is known to contain a precursor to estrogen and acts as an amphoteric way to balance and tone uterine function.  They did know that it worked, and recommended false unicorn root for many women’s health conditions, including amenorrhea, painful menstruation, and other irregularities of menstruation.

Cramp Bark Root
Cramp bark shows, by its name, the richly deserved reputation it has as a relaxer of muscular tension and spasm.  As a powerful anti-spasmodic, it has two main area of use.  Firstly in muscular cramps and secondly in ovarian and uterine muscle problems.  Cramp bark will relax the uterus and so it will relieve painful cramps associated with periods (dysmenorrhoea).

Uva-Ursi Root
Uva-ursi has a long history as a powerful diuretic, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory specifically for genito-urinary maladies.  It has been shown to kill bacteria in the urine.  Its antimicrobial action comes from a compound known as hydroquinone, which is released when the urine is alkaline, thus making it an excellent choice for both preventing and treating urinary tract infections.

Black Cohosh Root
Black cohosh root was an official drug listed in The United States Pharmacopeia until 1936 for use in the treatment of menstrual cramps.  Today, it can be labeled in Europe as a treatment for premenstrual symptoms and painful and difficult menstruation.  Research recognizes the active constituent in black cohosh as cimicifugin, which gives it antispasmodic and sedative properties.  Isoflavones present in the root also help to improve difficult menstrual cycles by balancing the hormones with an estrogen-like effect.

Oregon Grape Root
Traditionally, Oregon grape root (barberry) was used to treat a large number of conditions.  The alkaloid berberine receives the most research and widest acclaim as the active component to back the empirical evidence.  Berberine inhibits bacteria and prevents infection from occurring.  It also stimulates immune system cells to function and is an excellent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant.

Licorice Root 
Like soy and red clover, licorice contains isoflavones (phytoestrogens) that help balance levels of estrogen and progesterone in the body.  Many herbalist and naturopaths often prescribe licorice for premenstrual syndrome (PMS) in combination with other herbs.

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