Metagenics Estro Factors - 60 Caps

Caution:

Do not use this product if you are taking antibiotics, nitroglycerin, or are pregnant or breastfeeding. Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use if you have diabetes, gallstones, kidney stones, a liver disorder, or an iron deficiency, if you are taking medications, natural health products, antiplatelet medication or blood thinners or if you are attempting to conceive.. Stop use and consult a healthcare practitioner if you develop symptoms of liver trouble such as yellowing of the skin/eyes (jaundice), stomach pain, dark urine, sweating, nausea, unusual tiredness and/or loss of appetite or symptoms of low estrogen. Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use if you have symptoms of low estrogen (such as joint pain, mood changes, changes in libido, hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness or irregular menstruations). Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use to exclude the diagnosis of a serious cause of hormonal imbalance. Consult a healthcare practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen. Rare, unpredictable cases of liver injury associated with green tea extract-containing products have been reported (in Canada and internationally). Do not use if perma seal is missing.

Hormones: A Delicate Balance

Hormones are very powerful substances that regulate bodily functions and cause dramatic changes in our health. As estrogen levels decline and fluctuate during the perimenopausal and menopausal periods, the normal balance of this group of hormones is disrupted and typical menopausal symptoms result. Too much of a hormone is as much of a problem as too little of a hormone.

Estrogen Dominance:

Estrogen dominance occurs when there is too much estrogen in the body and too little progesterone. This often happens as result of toxic levels of environmental pollutants being present in the body. Many of these pollutants, especially those from plastics and petrochemicals, have a similar molecular structure to human estrogen. So, in your body, these pollutants bond to estrogen receptor sites causing changes in the cells. The problem is that these pollutants are much, much stronger than human estrogen, and can cause dramatic changes in cell growth that can lead to tumours of the breast, uterus, ovaries, and other female growths. Ironically, they may also play a role in the development of prostate cell growth in men as well.

What You Can Do To Eliminate Estrogen Analogs and Pollution:

• Detoxify your body


• Keep hormones balanced with the right supplements and foods.


• Avoid plastic food storage or water containers.


• Eat plenty of vegetables


• Support your liver nutritionally.
  
  
  

  Support the Liver for Hormone Health
  
  Estrogen is metabolized in the liver. Consuming nutrients that support liver function and detoxification with help the liver boost estrogen clearance. By enhancing liver function, more estrogen is broken down in the body, reducing the overall estrogen load. See Section on Liver Detox.
  
  Help Reduce Estrogen Naturally by:
  

  
  


• Balancing it with natural progesterone


• Detoxify the liver


• Eating an alkalizing diet rich in cruciferous vegetables


• Maintain a healthy body weight


• Reduce stress through yoga, Thai chi, breathing exercises, meditation.


• Incorporate soy and flax into your diet.


• Reduce exposure to Xenoestrogens in plastics, pesticides, cosmetics, cleaning products, etc.


• Eat organic.


• Do regular exercise you enjoy.