Week 4
Homeopathic Mag Phos 6X
To relieve the symptoms of uterine cramps
Dosage: Every 1 to 2 hours until relief, then three times daily for 3 days
Anemias
Women with anemia and borderline anemia need to build the blood. The following program should be used in conjunction with Iron and Iron synergistic nutrients prescribed by your health care practitioner. It features the blood-building herbs Dong Quai and Red Raspberry leaf every week of the month.
For all Four Weeks
Dong Quai and Red Raspberry leaf combination
For hormone balancing and blood-building
Dosage: As a liquid extract, tablet, capsule or tea, 3 times daily
In addition, add the follow individual herbs:
Week 1
Yellow Dock (Rumex crispus leaf)
Chlorophyll nutritional support
Dosage: As a liquid extract or tea, 3 times daily
Week 2
American Ginseng (Panax quinquefolius root)
For its blood-building properties
Dosage: As a liquid extract or tea, 3 times daily
Week 3
Nettle (Urtica dioica leaf)
Chlorophyll nutritional support
Dosage: As a liquid extract or tea, 3 times daily
Week 4
Alfalfa (Medicago sativa leaf)
Chlorophyll nutritional support
Dosage: As a liquid extract or tea, 3 times daily
Optimal health for women requires some thought in relation to the specific phase of the menstrual cycle. Keeping this in mind, your results with herbal and nutritional supplements can be greatly enhanced. These programs are not intended as a substitute for individualized care. In the event of illness, consult your health care practitioner.
Janet Zand, OMD, L.Ac., is a respected naturopathic physician who lives and practices in the Los Angeles area. She has developed a unique and effective method of combining herbal medicine with nutrition, homeopathy, and acupuncture. Her credentials include a Doctor of Naturopathy, Doctor of Oriental Medicine, and is a Certified Acupuncturist. Dr. Zand has over fifteen years of clinical experience treating women and children, as well as formulating her own line of herbal supplements.