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  Nettle Root and Women's Hormonal Health Nettle Root and Hormones: Moving Beyond Nettle Leaf and Using Nettle Root to Support Endocrine Health Many people that have spent time in the forests and in woods are already familiar with the bite of Stinging Nettle and many women are already familiar with the therapeutic uses and health benefits of Nettle Leaf. Here, we are going to explore the use of Nettle Root for supporting women's hormonal health, including important benefits for managing Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). People in Asia, Europe, and South Africa have been consuming Nettle for a long time, its use in the US has only recently begun to surge, and today an increasing number of women—and men—are using Nettle Leaf and Nettle Root. Stinging Nettle is an important—and powerful—herb that has proven its position in the Western herbal pharmacopeia. The use of Nettle (Urtica dioica), whether you call it Nettle, Stinging Nettle, or just a nuisance while you’re out hiking, d...

Most people that have spent time in the forests and woods are familiar with the bite of Stinging Nettle, and many women are already familiar with the therapeutic uses and health benefits of the above-ground parts of the leaf (from the common Stinging Nettle, Urtica dioica). In Western herbalism, the use of Nettle, whether you call it Nettle, Stinging Nettle, or just a nuisance while you’re out hiking, dates back over 2000 years, and has a long use as a top spring tonic (alongside dandelion leaf and root). Stinging Nettle is an important—and powerful—herb that has proven its position in the Western herbal pharmacopeia. Nettle leaves are known to be deeply nutritive as a food (a good source of vitamin A and calcium) and as a tea, able to improve skin, hair, and nail health. Once dried or cooked (even lightly steamed) Nettle loses its ability to sting as the trichomes (the tiny hair responsible for its sting) become deactivated. In Chinese herbalism, Nettle Seed contains tonifying qua...

Whether you’re a serious gym enthusiast, a weekend warrior or you just want to look after yourself, pine pollen can do wonders for your health and fitness. This natural superfood is loaded with a plethora of powerful nutrients which support overall wellness and can help improve your performance before, during and after a challenging workout. If you’re interested in maximizing your health with a tiny, hassle-free addition to your daily routine, here are 6 amazing benefits of pine pollen supplements. 1. Increases testosterone levels to prevent disease Pine pollen contains phyto-androgens in the form of androsterone, androstenedione and dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) and adaptogenic compounds gibberellins and brassinosteroids which all enhance the male sex hormones. These incredible elements work together to raise testosterone levels and correct estrogen to testosterone ratios in both men and women. Low testosterone levels are connected to many health problems, from diabetes and obesity to...

  Tongkat Ali Extract Powder » Wild-harvested, Full Spectrum, 200:1 Extract Powder   $36.99 Primary Ingredient: Tongkat Ali (Eurycoma longifolia) Features: Gluten Free, Made in the USA, Non-GMO, Ready to Use, UV Protected, Vegan Pouch Contents: 70 Grams Servings per Container: 35 Product Guides: Pro-Androgenics, Prostate Health, Tonics & Adaptogens, Libido Support Current Stock: 20  Tongkat Ali Extract Powder Pure Malaysian Tongkat Ali, known botanically as  Eurycoma longifolia , is one of the most interesting pro-androgenic herbs that we know of. However, with the plant's recent popularity, comes a fair amount of misunderstanding and misinformation. For starters, there are several different plants that are commonly referred to as Tongkat Ali, but only the yellow  Eurycoma longifolia  is true Malaysian Tongkat Ali. We offer full spectrum  Eurycoma longifolia  200:1 extract that offers maximum benefits and no isolates. This plant is not used fo...

  6 Proven Health and Fitness Benefits of Using Pine Pollen Supplements Whether you’re a serious gym enthusiast, a weekend warrior or you just want to look after yourself, pine pollen can do wonders for your health and fitness. This natural superfood is loaded with a plethora of powerful nutrients which support overall wellness and can help improve your performance before, during and after a challenging workout. If you’re interested in maximizing your health with a tiny, hassle-free addition to your daily routine, here are 6 amazing benefits of pine pollen supplements. 1. Increases testosterone levels to prevent disease Pine pollen contains phyto-androgens in the form of androsterone, androstenedione and dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) and adaptogenic compounds gibberellins and brassinosteroids which all enhance the male sex hormones. These incredible elements work together to raise testosterone levels and correct estrogen to testosterone ratios in both men and women. Low testostero...