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Dong quai has proven effective at relieving symptoms of menopause and PMS, but this herb may not be indicated for all women. The side effects and health risks that can be triggered by dong quai may outweigh the benefits this herb has to offer. Keep reading to learn more about the risks and side effects associated with dong quai.
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The following side effects have been reported with use of dong quai:
Sensitivity to light, skin irritation, rash
Upset stomach, diarrhea
Nausea
Vomiting
Appetite loss
Abdominal bloating
Dong quai may increase risk for cancer. A type of oil in dong quai called safrole has been found to be carcinogenic. In addition, use of dong quai can complicate pregnancy by acting on the uterine muscles, and should never be used by pregnant women. Dong quai also has contraindications with other drugs, and due to its anti-coagulent properties, should not be used by women with blood conditions or taking an anticoagulant.
Many women have found relief from menopause symptoms with dong quai, but use of the herb is associated with several unpleasant side effects, and compounds in dong quai have been proven to be carcinogenic. Because no long-term studies have been conducted on this herb, long-term use of dong quai is not recommended.
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Women interested in herbal treatments for managing menopausal symptoms should seek safer, proven alternatives to dong quai, such as non-estrogenic herbs for menopause. Non-estrogenic herbs are just as effective as dong quai, but without the side effects and health risks associated with phytoestrogenic herbs. Keep reading to learn more about non-estrogenic herbs for menopause. 
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Herbal remedies have become increasingly popular for the treatment of the symptoms of hormonal imbalance, such as occurs during menopause. Not all herbs are safe or effective for managing menopausal symptoms, however. Keep reading to learn about the best treatment options for hormonal imbalance. |
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Treating Hormonal Imbalance with MacaActive |
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Hormones such as estrogen, progesterone and testosterone play an essential role in several areas of the body, and as hormonal levels decline with age, the health implications can be significant. As women begin to notice the symptoms of hormone deficiency, they may want to consider taking steps to stabilize their hormonal production.
Today, there are three effective ways to normalize hormonal levels: lifestyle changes, alternative medicine and drugs & surgery.
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Lifestyle Changes: Lifestyle changes (such as an improved diet and increased exercise) are vital for overall health and for alleviating the symptoms of hormonal balance, but lifestyle changes alone will not have a significant impact on hormonal production. Most women will want to consider the next level of treatment, alternative medicine, which has proven to be excellent for treating hormonal imbalance in a safe and natural way.
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Alternative medicine: There are two types of herbal supplements for improving low hormone levels: those containing phytoestrogenic herbs, and those containing non-estrogenic herbs. Phytoestrogenic herbs (like Black Cohosh) are filled with phytoestrogens, which are similar to estrogens. They can increase low estrogen levels by replacing some of the missing estrogen hormones. This isn't the best solution, however, because your body will become less responsive to producing estrogen on its own, causing a further decrease in body-own hormone levels. Unlike phytoestrogenic herbs, non-estrogenic herbs don't contain estrogen, but nourish the hormonal glands to work more efficiently. This ultimately results in balancing not only estrogen, but other necessary hormones, as well. Using non-estrogenic herbs is one of the safest and best ways to treat hormonal imbalance naturally.
An excellent example of a safe and effective non-estrogenic herb for hormonal deficiency is herbal MacaActive. What makes MacaActive so special is its ability to balance hormonal levels in women by nourishing the hormonal glands. In this way, it alleviates most disorders related to hormonal imbalance.  to read more about MacaActive.
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Drugs and Surgery: This level of treatment has the highest risk and often the highest cost. The most common drug therapy for treating hot flashes in the US is hormone replacement therapy (HRT). There's no doubt that this is the quickest and strongest way to combat hormonal imbalance. Unfortunately, it entails serious side effects and increases the risk of different types of cancer in women. If you still want to consider this approach, see your doctor to learn more about what this treatment option involves.
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A safe way for balancing hormones:
Non-estrogenic herbs are the most effective solution for treating estrogen deficiency.
MacaActive is an excellent non-estrogenic herb. It's simple: rather than putting hormones from the outside into your body artificially, MacaActive stimulates your hormone glands into producing the necessary hormones naturally. This is what makes MacaActive supplements so unique. to read all about MacaActive. |
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