Pueraria mirifica
with unique Phytoestrogen using as Hormone Replacement Therapy
(HRT) as aging process does not discriminate for is it
forgiving; Hormone Imbalance shall effect all women and it is not
possible to stop the aging process. Now it is possible to slow
down the process and lessen its unwelcome effects according
to research results
Because Pueraria
herbal's efficacy has reflects good results especially grow hair,
strengthen and darken exitsing ones, help improve complexion and
remove wrinkles, improve eyesight, increase energy and vigor
leading to more refelxive body movement.
Pueraria mirifica Airy
Shaw & Suvatabandhu is an indigenous herb of Thailand,
known in Thai as "Kwao Kreu" or "Kwao Kreu Kao" (White Kwao
Kreu).
It belongs to the
Family guminosae, subfamily Papilionoideae or the soy, bean
& pea subfamily, Pueraria mirifica herbal plants are commonly
found in abundant in the forests in the north, the west and
the northeast of Thailand at the altitude of 300-800 meters above
sea level, Active principles in this plant are found in the
tuberous root, which looks like a chain of round-shaped
bulbs of various size connected to the next one via small
root throughtout the entire lenght of the root .
The studies of ecology,
distribution and cultivation of this herbal have been
conducted by a group of researchers in the Department of Biology,
Faculty of Science, Chlalongkorn University, Bangkok,
Thailand since 1991.In addition culture has been developed
and field trials have been studied.
Hormone Replacement Therapy
(HRT) Aging
Problems - .
Most women are very concerned about
aging, particularly, the effects brought about by the aging
process. For the average women, menstruation cycles end at
48-50 years of age when the reproductive system stops or slows
down functioning. The body experiences dramatic changes due
to lower estrogen levels: the body's systems and its functions
begin to decelerate and the immune system weakens, accordingly
menopausal women will usually experience both psychological
and physiological changes.
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What
effects you when Psychological and Physiological
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Psychological
changes range from - Anxiety
- Tension - Nervousness to chronic
depression - Hot flushes -
Fatigue - Insomnia to more severe conditions
- Bone loss & balding -
Degeneration of the reproductive
area
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Consequently,
women at the age of 45-50 and postmenopausal
women need something to replace the loss of
natural estrogen, Hormone replacement therapy
(HRT) has been extensively used to alleviate
both the psychological and physiological changes.
However, this estrogen substitute can be quite
expensive and must be conducted under a physician's
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Hormone Replacement Alternative
Estrogen by natural phytoestrogens
How Pueraria mirifica can solve it
An effective
alternative hormone replacement approach would be to delay those
aging problems by using natural phytoestrogens present in Pueraia
mirifica as a dietary supplement.
Hormone
Replacement as Health benefit of phytoestrogens is at least
two folds.
1) Firstly, as stated earlier, Pueraria
mirifica contains various kinds of phytoestrogens, e.g., miroestrol,
deoxymiroestrol, genistein, daidzein,daidzin, genistin, coumestrol,
etc.
These phytoestrogens can bind to the estrogen receptors like
estrogen does with different degrees of affinity giving different
estrogenic potency. When Pueraria is token, its phytoestrogens
would go around the body through blood circulation and bind
estrogen receptors present in various organs.
This would help restore normal function of the body once slow
down due to the aging process.
Hence, phytoestrogens from Pueraria
mirifica can correct estrogen insufficiency in the body and
relieve the post-menopausal symptoms,
2) Secondly, there is evidence
to support that phytoestrogen consumption contributes to lower
risks of cardiovascular disease and that phytoestrogens may
even prevent cardiovascular related diseases.
Hormone Replacement (HRT) Result by
Pueraria mirifica’s
study
In a
study, it was proven that phytoestrogens in
soybeans could 1.) Decrease the level of LDL
cholesterol
2.)
Increase the level of HDL cholesterol in the
blood; therefore, reducing the risk of
cardiovascular diseases.
3.)
Moreover, it was report that subjects who
consumed soy at least three times daily had a
decrease in the levels of total cholesterol, LDL
cholesterol and triglyceride.
4.)
It is quite likely that phytoestrogens from
Pueraria mirifica will work just the same or
even better than soy isoflavones since, in the
previously mentioned toxicity study in rats, a
very significant reduction of blood cholesterol
levels in all groups of Pueraria mirifica
treated rats was also observed, Preliminary data
from a clinical trial conducted in Thailand to
study the beneficial effect of Pueraria mirifica
supplement have recently been
obtained.
5.)
Eight female subjects who were having
menopausal symptoms received Pueraria
mirifica in the form of capsule once
daily at the dose of 200 mg for 4
months followed by the dose of 100
mg, for 8 months.
Improvement of menopausal symptoms
was observed in 5 out of 8 subjects
throughout the study period.
Physical examinations and biochemical
studies revealed that all subjects
were healthy.
The dietary supplement dose of Pueraria
mirifica recommended by the physician
for its estrogenic effect in this
case is 100 mg
Source :
Medicinal Plant Research Institute, Department
of Medical Sciences, Ministry of Public
Health, Thailand July
2000 | | |
Hormone Replacement -
Benefits of Treatment: Live Longer
PROTECT YOUR
HEART
Several studies have
shown those postmenopausal women taking estrogen have one third to
one half the risk of heart attack than women not on estrogen.
Women may even experience a protective effect from high
blood pressure and blood clots if they are on low doses of
estrogen (0.625 mg.) If you have several of the following
risk factors for heart disease, i.e. high blood pressure, high
cholesterol, a family history of heart disease, diabetes and/or an
enlarged heart, you may be in a group of women who would
live at least three years longer by taking estrogen.
ELIMINATE HOT
FLASHES
The FDA has approved
estrogen for the treatment of hot flashes, vaginal dryness
and osteoporosis. Hot flashes are that sudden wave of heat that
starts in your chest and rushes up your neck and face. They are
almost always cured by estrogen replacement. Hot flashes
occurring at night are known as night sweats and can cause
sleeplessness with resulting irritability the next day.
Night sweats are almost always cured by estrogen replacement
therapy. In fact these symptoms are often used as a barometer to
see if the dose of estrogen is correct.
REVERSE VAGINAL AND
URINARY TRACT CHANGES
Changes in the vagina
and bladder are seen within ten years and can lead to
burning, itching, painful intercourse and frequent vaginal and
bladder infections as well as urinary incontinence. Both the
vagina and the bladder are very sensitive to HRT, and these
symptoms are inevitably relieved by oral estrogen (by mouth) or by
creams containing estrogen. HRT thickens the vaginal and bladder
walls and stimulates the vaginal glands to produce the lubrication
necessary to make sexual intercourse enjoyable.
ELIMINATE MOOD
SWINGS
There is now sufficient
data to conclude that estrogen which enhances mood complaints such
as irritability, crying spells and feelings of sadness that
typically appear during menopause usually respond to HRT. Estrogen
may even boost the effectiveness of some antidepressant
medications. Some women who do not respond to antidepressant
medication may respond to estrogen. The effect of HRT on
mood may be secondary to its ability to relieve irritability and
hot flashes thereby enhancing mood in an indirect way.
Progesterone therapy, which is added to estrogen to protect
against endometrial cancer can exacerbate or cause
depressive symptoms. These complexities of mood need to be worked
out with your healthcare provider.
REGAIN SEXUAL
FUNCTION
The integrity of the
female reproductive tract is dependent on estrogen. Degenerative
changes ensue when levels of estrogen decline after menopause.
There is no question that estrogen can restore the degenerative
changes the reproductive tract. First, the vagina becomes
more pliable and well lubricated. This primes you for sexual
activity. Second, androgen supplementation can increase
sexual desire, motivation, fantasies, satisfaction and
pleasure.
PROTECT YOUR
BONES
Calcium, vitamin D, and
exercise are not enough. If you are postmenopausal and at risk for
osteoporosis there are measures you can take to protect your
bones. If you have a medical reasons not to take estrogen Fosemax
is FDA approved for the treatment and prevention of osteoporosis.
The nasal spray Miacalin is also approved to treat
osteoporosis but not to prevent it. Phytoestrogen extracted from
nature is a reasonable choice for osteoporosis especially since it
adds all the other benefits listed here. Phytoestrogen has been
found to increase its beneficial effects and when you add
testosterone the effects may be increased even further. Most bone
loss occurs within 5-7 years after menopause. Therefore,
treatment should be started early.
SAVE YOUR
SKIN
Alternative
Hormone replacement therapy will not reverse sun damage or repair
broken blood vessels. Smoking damages your skin in ways that
estrogen can't reverse. Estrogen plays a role in the way fat
is distributed under your skin. Loss of this fat can make
your skin look older than it should. Testosterone, which can
be prescribed with estrogen helps regulate the skins oil gland
activity. With age, oil production decreases and can lead to
drying. Women who go through a late menopause tend to have younger
looking skin, as do women on HRT. To have younger looking
skin is not a reason to start HRT, however, it is a side effect
most women don't mind.
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