Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin with antioxidant properties. There is preliminary evidence of possible benefits of vitamin E supplementation to reduce chronic menstrual pain.
Don Quai is used in traditional Chinese formulas for menopausal symptoms. It has been proposed that Dong Quai may contain "phytoestrogens" (chemicals with estrogen-like effects in the body). Dong quai, also known as Chinese Angelica, has been used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese, Korean, and Japanese medicine. It remains one of the most popular plants in Chinese medicine, and is used primarily for health conditions in women. Dong quai has been called "female ginseng," based on its use for gynecologic disorders such as painful menstruation (dysmenorrhea). Dong Quai may increase the risk of bleeding due to anticoagulant and anti-platelet effects, and may increase the risk of bleeding when taken with drugs that increase the risk of bleeding. Some examples include aspirin, anticoagulants ("blood thinners") such as warfarin (Coumadin) or heparin, anti-platelet drugs such as clopidogrel (Plavix), and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) or naproxen (Naprosyn, Aleve). It is advisable to consult with your physician about your medical conditions before taking this product.
Black Cohosh is a phytoestrogen herb because contains estrogenic components. When taken consistently through peri-menopause and menopause, it may compensate the decrease of estrogen deficiency symptoms.
DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone) - is produced by the adrenal gland and it is found naturally in the body. DHEA produced by the body decreases, as women grow older. Taking supplements may help. Possible intereactions:(*) Pregnancy and Breastfeeding - DHEA is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Because DHEA is a hormone, it may be unsafe to the fetus or nursing infants.
Soy and components of soy called isoflavones, have been studied scientifically for numerous health conditions. Isoflavones (such as genistein) are believed to have estrogen-like effects in the body, and as a result are sometimes called phytoestrogens.