Estrogen is a very important hormone for women throughout their lives. It not only ensures fertility but also the proper functioning of various organs.
The development of bones and skin also depend on it. There comes a time when menstruation becomes irregular. The body first searches for a new balance and then comes the moment of the last menstruation. This whole process is popularly known as 'menopause'.
Around 70% of all women experience discomfort during the menopause, which is caused by the reduction in the amount of estrogens in the body.  

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Asian women experience considerably less menopause discomfort than women from Western countries. This is due to a different diet and lifestyle.  

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In the Far East, soya and pulses have been part of the daily menu since ancient times.
In these countries women consume far more isoflavones. These are hormone-like substances belonging to the phyto-estrogens, or vegetable estrogens.
In many Asian languages there is not even a word for hot flashes. It is a very rare phenomenon there.
As far as lifestyle is concerned, living in larger family groups, women receive more help and support in daily life than women in Western countries. 

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Asparagus racemosus is a plant of the asparagus family. In Ayurvedic medicine it is called Shatavari (elsewhere satavar or shatamull), or 'ginseng for women'.
In Ayurvedic medicine, shatavari is an important herb for women. It is a tonic for your uterus and it helps maintain
good comfort before and after your menstrual cycle. Furthermore it has a beneficial effect on sleep function* (helps you falling asleep*),
supports your mental function* and helps your body cope with stress*. Asparagus regulates your menstrual cycle and also helps with menopause symptoms.

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Saraca indica has a beneficial effect on the female reproductive organs. Your internal female
reproductive organs are the vagina, uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries. Saraca indica supports a normal menstrual cycle*.  

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Symplocos racemosus has cooling properties and supports a comfortable menstrual cycle and the health of the female reproductive organs.
It supports the cleansing effect of your liver, helps purify your blood and helps maintain the function of blood clotting.
Another additional benefit is that Symplocos helps to keep your skin healthy and improves your complexion.* 

Did you know that at least 200 species of valerian are known? The most important one is Valeriana officinalis (Europe),
Valeriana edulis (Mexico) and Valeriana wallichii (India). Valerian is a natural sedative* and has a favourable influence on the sleep function*. 

Vitex nigundo (Nirgundi) is one of the most useful plants in the Indian system of medicine and has a traditional use. 
There are very less herbs as multi-talented and as versatile as Nirgundi is.

_{*Health claim pending approval by the European Commission}

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