Description
- Vitanica Chaste Tree Berry - 60 capsules Vitanica Chaste Tree Berry Vitex Extract Plus contains the standardized extract and the pure dried powder of the whole fruit of the Chaste tree plant, a popular and traditional woman's herb. What is Chaste Berry? Vitex agnus-castus (chaste berry) is a well-known herb that has been used for centuries for hormonal imbalances in women. Vitex is one of the oldest phytomedicines. The ancient Greek physicians reported its use in suppressing the libido. Using medicines similar to modern indications, they recommended it as an aid in external wound heeling, complaints of the spleen, and for use in child birth. The English have used Vitex or Chaste berry to suppress the libido as did the Catholic Church, which had it placed in the pockets of neophyte monks to help in their vow of chastity. Early American physicians used it to stimulate lactation and as an emmenagogic. However, there is no contemporary scientific literature to suggest that Vitex or Chaste Berry actually does suppress the libido. How does Chaste Berry work? Vitex or Chaste tree berry acts on the hypothalamus and pituitary glands by increasing luteinizing hormone (LH) production and mildly inhibiting the release of follicle stimulating hormone (FSH). This results in a shift in the ratio of estrogen to progesterone, with a rise in progesterone. The ability of chaste tree berry to raise progesterone levels in the body is an indirect effect, so the herb itself is not a hormone. Lack of menstruation or amenorrhea caused by a lack of ovulation, suggests that the body is producing enough FSH to stimulate the ovaries, and that the ovaries can develop follicles. But here the body is not secreting enough progesterone that they may release that egg. In such women, follicular production of estrogen is sufficient to cause the lining of the uterus (endometrium) to grow and that the sloughed endometrium is able to pass through the cervical opening and the vagina, causing menstruation. Therefore it’s possible that the problem is a dysfunction in the hypothalamus or pituitary glands. Vitex or chaste berry can be used in such women to alter the hypothalamus or pituitary function for treating amenorrhea (infertility). Chaste berry is useful for reducing high prolactin levels. High levels of the hormone prolactin are commonly associated with luteal phase defect can also be treated with Vitex. It inhibits prolactin release by the pituitary gland, especially when you are under stress. About Vitanica Vitanica's commitment is to serve women by providing education, research, and the finest quality in effective natural supplements. Vitanica prides themselves on their personalized service, attention to detail and responsiveness to the consumer's needs in the area of women's health. Vitanica seeks excellence in their formulations by including optimal dosages, superior choice nutrient sources and clinically scrutinized products for maximal therapeutic benefit. Vitanica strives to use the best ingredients in Vitanica products. Vitanica's product line is run in small batches to ensure the freshest products possible. Vitanica's entire product line is vegetarian suitable with the use of plant based capsules. Vitanica is committed to using the highest quality, premium grade organic or wildcrafted herbs available. Vitanica's herbs and extracts are selected on the basis of purity, bioactivity, and maximal therapeutic benefit. In Vitanica's single herb products they use the powdered herb of the product and the standardized extract of the plant, specifying the bioactive marker ingredient. Hudson is a well respected authority on natural healthcare for women. Vitanica welcomes your feedback and support in providing the best products available to address the health care needs of women. Vitanica...Health Support for Women by a Woman for You.
- UPC # 708118020551
- Size/Form 60 Capsule
Suggested Use: Take one capsule daily. INGREDIENTS Vitanica - Chaste Tree Berry - 60 Capsules Supplement Facts Serving Size: 1 Capsule Servings Per Container: 60 Amount Per Serving %DV Chaste Tree Berry extract (.6% aucubin) - Vitex Agnus castus 215mg * Chaste Tree Berry - Vitex Agnus castus 25mg * *Daily Value Not Established. †Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your diet values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. Other Ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose, Water, and L-Leucine. WARNINGS Avoid use of this product during pregnancy. Tamper resistant: Please do not use if safety seal is broken or missing. Keep in a cool, dry place out of reach of children.
