MICROgenics^® Complete Menopause Formula

Menopause is a normal event in the life of a woman, it signals the end of her fertile phase. The ovaries which normally produce female hormones, almost completely stop producing progesterone and two out of the three oestrogen hormones called oestradiol and oestriol.

Soybeans contain isoflavones called genistein and daidzein, which are one source of phytoestrogens Phytoestrogens are a diverse group of naturally occurring non steroidal plant compounds that have a similar structure to oestrogen, possessing the ability to cause oestrogenic or/and anti-oestrogenic effects. Soy has been used in China for at least 5,000 years as a food and a component of medicines.

Naturopaths commonly prescribe the herbs in MICROgenics Complete Menopause formula to treat and reduce the symptoms occurring in this phase of a woman’s life. These herbs are specifically designed to assist the body in adapting to the new hormone levels by reducing the effects of oestrogen withdrawal. In addition, Naturopaths encourage particular lifestyle changes to assist in further reduction of symptoms. These include avoiding caffeine, hot drinks, chocolate, spicy or hot foods and alcohol. Aim for a healthy diet high in vegetables and rich in soy foods with regular exercise and yoga, these lifestyle adjustments help to control the body's response to menopause.

• Menopausal symptoms occur due to a decline in oestrogen levels, soy exerts a mild oestrogenic effect to help assist in this natural transition by reducing the severity of symptoms
• This formula is designed to provide relief from Menopausal symptoms by utilizing traditional remedies in Western Herbal Medicine
• Dong Quai is classed as a female tonic to help tone the uterus and regulate female hormonal cycles
• Wild Yam is considered to exert an oestrogen modulating effect thereby alleviating the symptoms associated with menopause. Laboratory studies investigating Wild Yam have verified that it enhances oestradiol binding to the oestrogen receptor sites.
• Red Clover contains phytoestrogens called isoflavones, which appear to exert a weak oestrogenic activity
• Black Coshosh also exerts an oestrogen modulating effect in the body. Clinical data on Black Cohosh indicates its beneficial effect on symptoms associated with menopause. In Germany the Commission E supports using Black Cohosh to treat menopausal discomfort.
• Sage is traditionally used for the relief of hot flushes and excessive sweating
• Sarsparilla, a traditional herb used for toning the uterus and the female reproductive system
• Ginger is considered to have an anti-inflammatory effect in the body
• Passionflower assists with mild anxiety and sleeplessness. Traditionally Passionflower is prescribed for nervous symptoms associated with the female reproductive system
• MICROgenics Complete Menopause is suitable for women who choose not to use hormone replacement therapy

Post Menopause

• A number of clinical trial on postmenopausal women supplementing with a soy extract, found soy to be an efficacious therapy for relief of hot flushes and continued bone support

Bone Health

• Bone density often decreases in post-menopausal women; MICROgenics Complete Menopause formula contains Calcium to support the increase in demand of calcium needed to reduce the loss of bone density commonly occurring in post-menopausal women.
• This formula is designed to assist in maintaining strong healthy bones by providing a source of calcium to prevent osteoporosis

Premenstrual tension

• The herbs contained in this formula are also prescribed to support hormonal imbalances in PMS, by providing relief of symptoms
• Aids and assists in the maintenance or improvement of general well-being