DETOX

Liver Tonic Decoction

Here is a root tonic decoction that is a nice liver tonic. This herbal bland is meant to detoxify the liver and eliminate excess estrogen and stimulate liver functioning. Before you can take herbal remedies for fertility, it is important to cleanse your liver from toxins in order to increase your chances of conception. Do not take this tea if you are trying to conceive. This is more of a preconception liver cleansing tea.

Here is the herbal formula:

2 parts Dandelion root
2 parts Burdock root
1 part Sarsaparilla root

1. To make a decoction, bland the ingredients in an amber glass container (plastic containers are fine). To brew 1 liter of tea, combine 2 tablespoon of tea bland with 4 cups of filtered water (do not used tap water) in a covered pan.

2. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes. Let it rest for 5 minutes before straining.

3. Add honey, maple sugar or stevia to make it sweat and then drink 2 cups a day.

4. Keep the remaining bland in the fridge.

Strengthening the Reproductive System

This herbal bland contains many herbal remedies for fertility and helps support the female reproductive organs (ovaries and uterus) while balancing estrogen and progesterone production. This herbal composition also plays an important role in regulating the pituitary gland in FSH and LH production.

Here is the herbal formula:

2 parts Vitex agnus-castus
2 parts Nettle leaf
4 parts Raspberry leaf
1 part Motherwort herb

1. Put the herbs in an amber glass container (a plastic container will also work fine) and mix them up gently. Keep the container in cool, dry place away from sun light.

2. Steep about one ounce of the mixture in 2 liters of boiling water to fifteen minutes and then strain.

3. Drink up to four cups a day. Add honey to make it sweater.

Follicular Phase
(from day 1 to day 14 or ovulation)

During this time, a mature follicle is developing in your ovary under the influence of the follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) secreted by the pituitary gland. The ovarian follicle or folliculum contains a mature egg, which is released during ovulation around day 14 of your cycle. Herbal remedies for fertility are very important in regulating the luteal phase thus increasing your chances of getting pregnant and stay pregnant.

Here is the herbal formula:

3 parts Dong quai herb
1 part Panax ginger root
1 part Siberian ginseng root
2 parts Damiana herb
1 part 3 parts Rosemary herb
1 part Back cohosh root

1. Put the herbs in an amber glass container (a plastic container will also work fine) and mix them up gently. Keep the container in cool, dry place away from sun light.

2. Steep about one ounce of the mixture in 2 liters of boiling water to fifteen minutes and then strain.

3. Drink up to four cups a day.

4. Add honey to make it sweater.

5. Take these herbal remedies for fertility bland as soon as your menses are gone until day 14 of your cycle.

Natural treatments

Unlike Clomid, natural remedies can be used to treat and try to cure the actual cause of this condition. Good nutrition is imperative as is weight loss in cases of women who suffer from obesity.

Detoxification is the first step to eliminate harmful toxins from the body. Then a variety of natural treatments are recommended to regulate the hormonal imbalance and stimulate the sex glands to promote normal functioning. Acupuncture and herbs are the best combined treatment for this condition (PCOS) and one can overcome this problem within a few short months, with ovaries returning back to normal size and function and hormonal balance and normal cycles restored.
Detoxification takes place through the digestive, urinary, immune, lymphatic, and circulatory and respiratory systems as well as the skin. Through the use of antioxidants, vitamin and mineral rich fruit and vegetables or supplements and cleansing and stimulating herbs you can detoxify your bodily systems slowly over the course of a 10 days. You must seek the advice of your GP or naturopath before beginning a detoxification program and introduce the herbs or make dietary changes slowly.

Detoxification is important to remove toxic substances from the body and these herbs are effective
Calendula, kelp, ginkgo biloba, juniper, echinacea, sarsaparilla, St Johns wort, marjoram, cleavers, ginger, garlic, cayenne, dandelion root, false unicorn root, golden seal, fenugreek, ginseng, rose hips, red raspberry leaf, red clover, hops, peppermint, comfrey, lemon balm, parsley, turmeric, alfalfa, lemon grass, black cohosh, blue cohosh, valerian, barberry, bilberry, bayberry, nasturtium and salvia.

Vitamins, minerals and foods for detoxification are - Vitamin A, Vitamin B Complex, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, calcium, zinc, iron, chromium, selenium, magnesium, manganese, garlic and onions, celery, legumes, citrus fruit, bananas, apples and pears, black tea and green tea, wheat germ, wholemeal and whole wheat products, soy products, brown rice, seeds and nuts, beans, peas, sprouts, lentils, free range eggs, deep sea fish, asparagus, brussel sprouts and cabbage, all vegetables and fresh vegetable juices, olive oil, flaxseed oil and linseed oil. Avoid all poultry, red meat and meat products for the first 4 days and reintroduce organically grown meat and poultry slowly starting from day 5.

Drinks - purified or spring water is essential for detoxification, you should drink between 2 and 3 litres per day, as well as vegetable juices and herbal teas including black tea and green tea. A glass of water first thing in the morning with the juice of a freshly squeezed lemon will do wonders.

A hot sitz bath (bath up to the hip/abdomen level) with 500gms of Epsom salts added will also help to eliminate toxins from the skin. Essential oils can be added to the bath water for added effect - geranium, calendula, cleavers, peppermint, ginger, hay flower, horsetail, mustard seed, thyme, camomile, lavender, sweet violet, nettle, bittersweet, eucalyptus or sandalwood. Sitz baths (with or without Epsom salts) have shown to be very effective at stimulating the ovaries, promoting circulation and digestion, lymphatic function and improve general wellbeing.

The bath should remain hot - you may need to top up the bath with hot water at intervals and take a 20 - 30 min sitz bath at least 3 times per week.
A sauna is also an effective way to eliminate toxins from the skin.

A body brush or loofa is also helpful just prior to a bath or shower, to remove dead skin cells and improve circulation.

Massage - Lymphatic massage or drainage is another technique to eliminate toxic substances form the body; this is also useful in weight loss as it increases circulation.

Avoid all drugs, caffeine, alcohol, nicotine, refined carbohydrates and sugars, pre-packaged, deep fried food, highly processed foods, salt (sea or herb salt is preferred), saturated fats, chemicals and additives.

To balance the hormones Vitamin B Complex, Vitamin E, zinc, magnesium, chromium, vanadium, and herbs - false unicorn root, dong quai, black cohosh, liquorice and peony.
***NOTE****I did not have a period in two months but a week and a half after drinking white tea also known as peony I did get my menstration

A pressure point to stimulate pituitary function is located underneath the foot in the centre of the big toe, massage or pressure on this point can help to 'wake up' the pituitary gland and can help to treat pituitary dysfunction. See the page on reflexology for more information on how to treat yourself to a fertility boost or book in for a reflexology treatment with a qualified practitioner in your area