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Uterus, Fibroid Tumor, Heavy Bleeding, Heavy Period, Understanding the anatomy, physiology of the Uterus is simple layman terms, herbs, nutrition, supplements suggested.

Uterus

SYSTEM:  Reproductive

CATEGORY:  Organ

NUMBER: One (There have been a few cases where there are two)

SHAPE:  Pear Shaped (upside down)

SIZE:  Average of  3 inches long by 2 inches wide and 1 inch thick.

LOCATION:  Middle of Pelvic region (see page uterus-title page)

FUNCTION:

  1.  To prepare for the reception of a fertilized egg.
  2.  To nurture and harbor embryo during development.
  3.  To expel baby when mature and ready for delivery.
  4.  (minor function) As a back up elimination system.

KINESIOLOGY:  Five fingers below belly button (see page Uterus-7)

IRIDOLOGY:  In both eyes - Right eye 5:00-5:10 - Left eye 6:50 - 7:00.  Must be touching the autonomic nerve wreath (see page Uterus 8).    (NOTE: Since the function of the uterus is to stretch to accommodate contents, a tumor could be present and not show up as a lesion in the eye.)

REFLEXOLOGY:  On the left inside part of the foot just under the ankle.  Also up the back of the leg just above the heel. (see page Uterus-9)

HELPS TO IMPROVE FUNCTION:  Proper hormonal stimulation and nutrition. A healthy liver.

DETRIMENTAL TO ITS HEALTH:  Improper hormonal stimulation, infection, birth control products and antibiotics (can contribute to yeast infection).  Lack of sunshine (possibly because Vitamin D)

POSSIBLE SYMPTOMS/HEALTH CONDITIONS:

  • Infantile uterus - small sized uterus - can be caused by poor nutrition or extreme dieting (anorexia nervosa) - This can cause inability to retain pregnancy or may cause premature births.
  • Endometritis - infection of the lining of the uterus.
  • Endometriosis - Inner uterine wall escapes the uterus, this tissue becomes distended (swollen) and bleeds when the body menstruates.

    HYPERACTIVITY (OVERACTIVE)

    Heavy or prolonged periods.  Or bearing down sensation during menses. (usually liver involvement) 

    HYPOACTIVE (UNDERACTIVE)

    Light or skipped periods (usually hormonal)

    MAIN MINERALS:  Calcium, Silicon, Zinc

    MAIN VITAMINS: B complex, B-12, C, E, A, D and F

    REASON FOR USE
    Bayberry Helps stop uterine hemorrhaging
    Black cohosh Natural source of estrogen, induce periods.
    Blue Cohosh Helps dilate cervix. Brings on suppressed menstruation.
    Capsicum For excessive bleeding (better with bayberry)
    Damiana Infertility (better with red raspberry, FC with dong quai)
    Dong quai All menstrual disorders
    False Unicorn For heavy periods especially if accompanied by an urge to bear down.
    Ho Sho Wu Hormone balancer
    Red Raspberry High in iron (lost during menses).  Called God's herbal gift to women. Guards against hemorrhaging, tones uterus and aids in labor.  Morning sickness.
    Sage Helps slow heavy menstrual flow.
    Saw Palmetto Builds female reproductive organs.
    Uva Ursi Decreases menstrual flow.
    Wild Yam Heavy or prolonged periods (caution can prevent pregnancy)

    HERBAL COMBINATION
    REASON FOR USE
    C-X Formulated for women during menopause.
    FCSII Heavy or prolonged periods. (can increase fertility)
    FC with Dong quai Helps nourish female reproductive organs.  (Caution: can increase fertile, even on the pill)
    Mastergland Good base for any glandular building to help prevent a hormonal imbalance.
    NF-X All female problems (helps fertility)
    Wild yam and chaste tree Good balance hormonal replacement.

     REASON FOR USE
    Menstrual Minor pain and discomfort
    PMS/Menopause Nervous irritability, bloating, cravings, discomfort and hot flashes.

    OTHER NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS
    REASON FOR USE
    L-Lysine Helps with heavy or prolonged menses.

    ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

    FCS II and FC with Dong quai, black cohosh, blue cohosh should be stopped if you find out that     you are pregnant.

    If you have a history of premature delivery, it is a good idea to abstain from using red raspberry.

    Vitamin A helps lubricate the fallopian tubes and may help in preventing tubal pregnancy.

    A prolapsed transverse colon can put pressure on female organs. (see page Uterus-6)

    A weakened liver may also cause an hormonal imbalance.  Liver Balance (formally LIV-C) or liver combos have helped with prolonged menses when conventional herbal remedies failed.

    A deficiency in Vitamin D and A can cause heavy cycles.  So can a lack of Calcium and B complex.

    Headaches around menstruation can indicate a calcium deficiency.

    Inadequate kidney function also effects menstruation.

    Menstrual cramps can come from a lack of estrogen, endrometriosis, a growth, or a toxic bowel.

    QUESTIONS TO ASK:
    A yes answer indicates
    Do you have sore or tender breasts? Lack of estrogen
    Do you get PMS? Lack of estrogen
    Do you get cramps? Lack of estrogen
    Do you miss cycles? Lack of estrogen
    Did you carry beyond your due date? Lack of estrogen
    Do you have prolonged and heavy periods? Lack of progesterone
    Do you miscarry easily? Lack of progesterone
    When baby dies in uterine? Poor circulation to uterus, add Vitamin E and stop cigarette smoking.

    ADDITIONAL READING:

    EVERY WOMAN'S HANDBOOK by Paavo Airola

    NATURAL APPROACH TO FEMALE PROBLEMS by Stan Malstrom

    A COOPERATIVE METHOD OF NATURAL BIRTH CONTROL by Margaret Nofzinger

    WILD YAM by Willa Shaffer 

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