Estrovera: Effective Relief for Menopausal Symptoms

Metagenics Estrovera Description:

Estrovera by Magnetics claims to be an all-natural menopause relief supplement. The product claims to be clinically proven with the official website showing the clinical proofs. The main feature of this product is ERr 731, an effective ingredient for relief from menopause symptoms. This ERr 731, is an extract of rhubarb root that has been shown to work on hot flashes and various other menopausal symptoms.

Active Ingredient in Estrovera:
The product claims to be formulated with a special extract of Siberian rhubarb, as the active ingredient. This ingredient is accompanied with various other ingredients like: Microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose, sodium stearic acid, silica and enteric coating.

Here is a small discussion on the ingredients and there working:

• ERr 731: This is an extract of Rhubarb root and is mostly prescribed by doctors for treating symptoms such as hot flashes and night sweats. The ingredient is clinically tested and proven to be effective on various menopausal symptoms such as sleep troubles, mood swings, irritability, anxiety, lack of sexual desire and vaginal dryness. It even has an excellent safety profile. Moreover it has been shown to decrease the MRS in most women.
• Stearic Acid and Calcium Stearate: Estrovera uses these ingredients to handle issues such as stress, weight gain during menopause and depression.
• Croscarmellose sodium: An ingredient known to treat hot flashes.
• Silica: A form of mineral health useful and essential for human health. This ingredient is useful for mineral absorption by the body and plays an integral part in most body functions. With the help of this ingredient Estrovera is said to work on vaginal dryness, emotional and physical exhaustion and urinary tract symptoms.
• Microcrystalline cellulose: The ingredient acts as an emulsifier and is a fat substitute.

Extensive Clinical Research:

According to the official website extensive research has been carried out for the safety and effective working of this product. The 12-week clinical study with ERr 731conducted with perimenopausal women provided relief from anxiety and hot flashes in just 28 days.
On the other hand in a 6 months study there was a significant relief from multiple symptoms measured by the Menopause Rating Scale which included Irritability, anxiety, Negative mood, Sleep disturbances, Hot flashes, night sweats, Joint and muscle discomfort and the most important Physical, mental exhaustion.

Dramatic Results:
The product is said to give dramatic relief from various menopausal symptoms and work wonders on the most irritating issues such as vaginal dryness and other urinary tract symptoms.
As the product is based on estrogen therapy it is known to have severe side effects like cancer. Moreover, the product is known to be unsafe for pregnant, nursing women as well as diabetic patients.

Some other symptoms that can be treated with Estrovera are:

• Vaginal dryness
• Irritability, and bad moods along with anxiety
• Fatigue
• Joint and muscle health problems
• Symptoms affecting the urinary tract
• Lack of sexual desire
• Trouble sleeping
• Heart complaints

Benefits of a Natural Treatment for Menopausal Symptoms:
HRT and various other non-natural treatments for menopause are said to have adverse side effects affecting overall health. Most women opt for HRT in desperation and in greed of immediate results for relief from menopausal symptoms, but the side-effects of a hormone replacement therapy are so very dangerous that they tend to invite cancer and other such issues.
So to avoid all this it is better to go for an all-natural supplement and have long term benefits without any side effects.

Directions:
The official website recommends the use of the product as one capsule a day along with a good diet.
The product can be used for up to 2 years without any notable chances in safety parameters.

Conclusion:
The product has though been effective and comes with all natural ingredients that give long term benefits, yet it has been noted to have certain severe side effects. Moreover there is no money back guarantee for this product and the official website does not provide a good ingredient list.

Menofem: How Does It Work?

What is MenoFem?
MenoFem nutritionally promotes hormone balance during peri-menopause and menopause by supplying a unique herbal and natural formula. Facilitates support for signs and symptoms associated with menopause, like hot flashes and sleep health disorder. MenoFem is an exclusive herbal solution promoting Woman Health support for:

• Regular Hormone Balance In the course of Peri-menopause & Menopause
• Symptoms Concerned with The menopause (Hot Flashes/Warm Flushes, Night time Sweats, Temporary Memory Loss, Frustration, Sensitive Liability, Sleeping Health disorder)
• 80 % of American women experience slight to disabling symptoms while experiencing the two-to-ten year peri-menopausal as well as menopausal transition. Almost all may benefit!

Manufacturer:
MenoFem is specially designed by Xymogen for those women who are suffering from peri-menopause and menopause.

Ingredients of MenoFem:
Black Cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa) is a natural herb the American Indians utilized for several gynecological situations including menstrual cramps and relevant lower back pain. Depending on the health care literature, black cohosh is as great for vaginal superficial body cells also to bone health as conjugated estrogen, without a potentially destructive effect upon the endometrium or perhaps elevation of FSH.
 

Dong Quai (Angelica sinesis) with origins in China, Japan and Korea, balances the female cycle. It really works preferable used in combination with other natural herbs and is used thoroughly to correct menstrual disorders and manage peri- and menopausal symptoms. Dong Quai may nourish dry, thin vaginal tissues.
 

Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) performs like a weak phytoestrogen and continues to be well known to aide in sexual arousal. Galabridin, one of the isoflavones in licorice demonstrated varying degrees of estrogen receptor agonism. Licorice may be suggested to have potential for modulating bone density in postmenopausal women, and also for restraining serotonin re-uptake. It can be useful for liver as well as adrenal support, the latter being essential since ovarian estrogen synthesis drops.
 

Vitex (Chasteberry) has demonstrated strong symptomatic remedy of usual perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms. It would appear to drastically fight for binding at the estrogen receptors. Vitex carries normalized short luteal phases and progesterone synthesis. The widely used herb alleviates breast problems most likely by preventing prolactin secretion.
 

Dioscorea (Wild yam) is a vine obtained in the U.S. and also Central America. It has always been familiar to help female periods and features as a phytohormone. Red Clover is recognized as a phytoestrogen. Its ingredients contain genestein, the key isoflavone, and salicylic acid.
 

Dandelion Root (Taraxacum officinale), put to use for its minor diuretic and cleansing effects has now been characterized to improve Phase 2 detoxification, reduce reactive oxygen species together with nitric oxide, and promote growth of bifi dobacteria.
 

Motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca) is a phytoestrogen specifically great for minimizing hot flashes, menstrual disorders, coupled with palpitations. It has long been designed for its own anti-inflammatory, antispasmotic, analgesic, and anti-anxiety properties.
 

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is an ancient Ayurveda medicinal herb chosen for centuries. It possesses adapt genic together with anti-inflammatory characteristics. Ashwagandha can eliminate both anxiety and depression. It has commonly been used to sustain libido.

Supplement Facts:
Three Capsules Contain:
Dandelion Root (5:1 extract)     200 mg
Wild Yam Root (10:1 extract, dioscorea)     200 mg
Vitex Extract (at 0.5 agnusides)     200 mg
Black Cohosh Root Extract (2.5% triterpenes)     150 mg
Ashwagandha     100 mg
Motherwort     100 mg
Red Clover Extract     100 mg
Dong Quai Root (6:1 extract)     75 mg
Licorice Root Extract (12% glycyrrhizin)     25 mg

How does MenoFem work?
MenoFem is an exclusive solution developing Native American, Chinese, and also Ayurvedic herbs to offer a well-balanced strategy to minimizing menopausal signs and symptoms naturally. Many of the herbs in the formula behave like weak phytoestrogens; others result in brain chemicals that enhance memory, lessen anxiety, and boost mood.

MenoFem size:
Each bottle of MenoFem contains 60 capsules.

Pros of MenoFem:

• It does not contain wheat, gluten, corn protein, yeast, soy, animal or dairy products, artificial colors, sweeteners or preservatives.
• A complete list of ingredients is given by the manufacturer.
• It is not expensive.
• Positive testimonials are present on the official site.
• It contains several clinically proven ingredients.

Cons of MenoFem:

• Money back guarantee does not provide.

Wrap up:
MenoFem, a unique formula, helps to get relief from all menopausal issues like hot flashes, night time sweats, Frustration, Sensitive Liability, short term memory loss, sleep disorders and more. It is applicable for both the phases namely peri-menopause and menopause. Today various supplements are hitting the market in a boom to fight with menopause issues so it is necessary to refer the ingredient’s list, do’s and don’ts before purchasing any product.

Recommended doses for MenoFem:
It is essential for the user to consume one capsule three times daily or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.

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Hanged girl never saw a psychiatrist

A teenager who told a doctor of her suicidal thoughts and later hanged herself was never treated by a psychiatrist, an inquest has been told.

Michaela Mundy, 15, was found hanging in the shed at her mother's Adelaide home in July last year.
She had been suffering from anxiety and depression for some time and had been treated by a social worker at the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services, a GP with a special interest in mental health issues and a psychologist.
But counsel assisting Naomi Kereru told South Australian coroner Mark Johns on Tuesday that the court would hear that while the girl's depression required the intervention of a psychiatrist, that never eventuated.
Ms Kereru said in the week leading up to her death, Ms Mundy told a doctor that she was feeling more suicidal after having her anti-depressant medication halved.
The teenager told the doctor she was "thinking of hanging all the time and how to do it".
Her medication was increased again and she was thought to be calmer and more content.
On the day of her death, the girl was happy and smiling, the court heard.
Ms Kereru said after Ms Mundy had talked about hanging herself, the coroner would be told that a more thorough assessment should have been conducted.
After Tuesday's opening statement the father of the dead girl, Michael Mundy, took the unusual step of addressing the court to correct what he believed were some factual errors.
He said it was important for the court to understand that his daughter's mental health issues stemmed from when his relationship with her mother broke up when she was aged six.
Mr Mundy said Michaela had been "traumatised" by the split.
Mr Johns said his inquiry would focus on the care the girl was provided by mental health agencies and it was not his intention to pry into "intensely private" matters.
The inquest is continuing.
* Readers seeking support and information about suicide prevention can contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800.
Source: http://news.ninemsn.com.au/national/2013/09/03/14/27/hanged-girl-never-saw-a-psychiatrist

Review: 'Menopause the Musical' will make you laugh 'til you sweat

By JANE HOLAHAN, Entertainment Editor
jholahan@lnpnews.com

Before I begin this review, I should tell you something.

I am going through menopause. Hot flashes, insomnia and forgetfulness are close companions these days.

Normally, my health status is my own business, but this is a review of the new Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre show, "Menopause the Musical."
So I figured I better let you know I am biased. I came in ready to laugh. No, needing to laugh. Those hot flashes are killers.

So take my review with a grain of salt. Consider me predisposed to like the four ladies who commiserate with each other in Bloomingdale's as they sing songs — parodies of Baby Boomer-era hits — about "the change."

Biased as I may be, I will say that everyone around me was laughing loudly too, including plenty of men.

And some women were laughing so hard, they were practically crying.

There's no way not to laugh watching this show, thanks to a terrific cast and a subject that is overflowing with potential.

Jeanie Linders, who wrote the book and lyrics, understands that women don't get the chance to rant and rave about menopause enough.

It hijacks our lives, sometimes for several years, yet for way too long we were supposed to just endure "the silent passage."

But the four characters in this show don't do that. For 90 minutes (no intermission, thus no bathroom break, ladies) they vent, commiserate and let loose.

Topics in the menopause repertoire include: hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia, memory loss, mood shifts, having to go to the bathroom all the time, weight gain, and all those "lost in space" moments we endure when we get to that certain point in our lives.

And there is one hilarious segment about mothers who can't seem to fathom that their little girls are old enough to be going through menopause.

The characters are purposely seen as archetypes.

There is the Professional Woman (Whitney Hayes), who is always ruining her power suits with her overwhelming hot flashes and night and day sweats; Soap Star (Erin Fish), who is vain and worried about getting older; Earth Mother (Megan Opalinski), who loves talking about the 1960s and tries to meditate her way through menopause (it's not working); and Iowa Housewife (Eleonore Thomas), a sweetly demure mother of two who lets loose on her trip to the Big Apple.

The women meet at Bloomingdale's fighting over a black bra and soon realize they are all in the middle of menopause.

The show doesn't really have a plot. Instead, each segment takes the women to another floor of the department store, including several bathrooms, of course, the restaurant, the hair salon and the lingerie department.

On each floor, they discuss some of their symptoms and sing funny and clever parody songs about their plight.

The songs will make you laugh out loud.

Some titles: "Puff, My God, I'm Draggin' "; "(Change, Change, Change) Change of Life"; "Looking for Food (In All the Wrong Places)"; and "Stayin' Awake/Night Sweatin'."

All four actresses have strong voices and do a fantastic job with the music, which, for the first time at the Dutch Apple, is recorded.

The show is a co-production with GFour Productions and is one of several touring the country. The director, Seth Greenleaf — who, despite being a man, does a great job with the show — is with GFour, not the Dutch Apple.

The cast is first rate, but I have to give a special shout-out to Thomas, who gets the chance to show off some amazing physical comedy skills when her character attempts to try on some lingerie. And her Iowa Housewife is probably written as the sweetest and funniest of the four.

Hayes has some unforgettable moments (mostly dealing with those hot flashes), but she brings down the house late in the show with her rendition of "What's Love Got to Do With It."

And Opalinski gets a lot of laughs as she tries to balance her warm Earth-Mother persona with the reality of getting no sleep.

Fish played the Soap Star too broadly, but as the show went on, it mattered less and less

That's because "Menopause the Musical" isn't interested in digging deep or getting serious. There are no Oprah moments here.

And that is just fine.

Everyone looks like they are having fun, which adds a wonderful fizz to the performances and the show.

Things get a little bawdy, especially when the Iowa Housewife lets loose, with a little help from her new friends.

But ladies, if you are of a certain age you will definitely want to see this show. And bring the men in your lives along.

Sure, they don't share our plight (the parody song "My Husband Sleeps Tonight" sums it up well), but they'll get to laugh, too.
"Menopause the Musical" runs through Oct. 5 at the Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, 510 Centerville Road.

Read more: http://lancasteronline.com/article/local/889132_Review---Menopause-the-Musical--will-make-you-laugh--til-you-sweat.html#ixzz2dhsBS0gd

Estrinol: Can It Help You Reduce Menopause Symptoms?

About Estrinol:
Clinical scientific studies on the effective ingredient in Estrinol illustrate awesome results which include the capability to combat weight gain. For many women over 40, dropping pounds can be more difficult than ever. Now, it's possible with Estrinol's key component, shown to actually prevent weight gain in menopausal women.

Supplement Facts:
Serving Size: 1 Capsule
Servings Per Container: 60

Providing:
Genopause Blend, Tinospora Cordifolia Herb Powder, Asparagus Racemosus Root Powder, Ashwaganda Root Powder, Commiphora Mukul Gum Resin Powder, Sage Extract 4:1(leaf), Black Cohosh Extract (root) 4:1    
Other Ingredients: Rice Flour, Magnesium Stearate.

Which 8 Symptoms Does Estrinol Improve?
According to the manufacturer Estrinol helps to battle with following menopause symptoms:

• Hot Flashes
• Sleep Problems
• Mood Changes
• Muscle Discomfort
• Nervousness
• Joint Discomfort
• Cholesterol & Triglyceride Levels
• Weakness

Does Estrinol Really Work?
Menopause is among the, if not the most, vital phases in a woman’s adult life. Along with it arrives several changes and issues caused by hormonal changes within the body, the most detectable being weight gain and bloating. Estrinol claims to offer respite from weight gain and other menopausal problems such as hot flashes and sleep issues, among numerous others. Believed to possess an active component of herbal and natural components and without synthetic hormones included, two capsules of Estrinol are taken out on a daily basis to assist different menopause problems along with promoting more ideal pounds . Further menopausal symptoms that Estrinol claims to deal with are mood swings, uneasiness, abnormal cholesterol and triglyceride levels, low energy and pep, together with pain in the muscle and joint areas.

Estrinol Benefits:

• It claims to deal with 8 menopausal issues.
• It is affordable in price.
• According to the manufacturer Estrinol is all-natural and contains no synthetic hormones.
• Surfer can consume Estrinol throughout all stages of menopause.

Customer Testimonials:
I have tried more than several items, I saw this online and decided to try it, I've only been taking it about 2 wks and I see amazing results so far. I don't sleep with ceiling fan on anymore. I love this product.
Source: Newvitality.com

I started going thru the big M and tried a few different things over the counter. I didn't want to take hormone replacements and wanted to find something natural. This works better then anything else I have found. I tried Estrovin, even x-tra strength, and I tried I-cool, which helped quite a bit. But nothing ever got completely rid of my night sweats. This product probably works the best of all I have tried, but found that nothing does away with night sweats completely. Wish I could find something that does. May have to break down and try the Amberen. After reading the reviews on it, not real sure about it either.
Source: Amazon.com

The Mental Health Young Men Gangs

This is the suggestion of new research led by Queen Mary, University of London, which surveyed 4,664 UK males aged 18 to 34 and looked at measures of psychiatric illness, violence and gang membership.

It was found that such are the high levels of psychiatric illness among this demographic, that a heavy burden is being placed on mental health services as a result.

Indeed, the findings revealed gang members and violent males are considerably more likely to suffer from a mental disorder or require the assistance of psychiatric services compared to men who do not take part in such activity.

Professor Jeremy Coid, Director of the Forensic Psychiatry Research Unit at the university, said: "It is probable that, among gang members, high levels of anxiety disorder and psychosis were explained by post-traumatic stress disorder, the most frequent psychiatric outcome of exposure to violence."

Dr Ian Gargan C Psychol, the chair of our Division of Forensic Psychology, comments:

"Google Ideas established a 'Summit Against Violent Extremism' a number if years ago. The purpose of this summit was for ex-gang members to describe their experiences while reconciling with victims of violent extremism.

"I was asked to provide psychology support during the summit for those who were upset, despondent and traumatised by talking as well as re-experiencing emotions associated with violence. It was an inspiring and truly educational experience while clinically challenging."

"It is clear that childhood and teenager experiences of loss, poor identity and trauma contributed to many individuals decisions to join hangs. That trauma was them compounded due to the witnessing and perpetration of violence against others while trying to confirm despite emotional conflict. These 'gang' experiences exacerbated existing psychological challenges and fuelled developing psychopathology.

"Those who left the gangs had done very well and were happier people, but only with significant support from family, friends and mental health professionals.

"Pre-gang development is likely to have initiated psychology disharmony contribution to various mental difficulties. The gang membership served to exacerbate the psychopathology.

"I wrote a paper about the experience which is available in the Journal of Aggression, Conflict Resolution and Peace."

SOURCE: http://www.bps.org.uk/news/mental-health-young-men-gangs

Mental health commission head explores more collaboration, training with police

The Canadian Press | Aug 15, 2013 | Last Updated: Aug 15, 2013 - 1:10 UTC

SASKATOON - The head of the Canadian Mental Health Commission says good education and training will help police officers interact better with people who have mental health issues.

But Louise Bradley also cautions there's no easy answer.

"There isn't, unfortunately, one thing that will fix it all," said Bradley. "It is a variety of things and a very complex issue."

A coroner's inquest is scheduled this fall into the deaths of three people with possible mental health issues who were shot by Toronto police.

Michael Eligon, 29, was killed in February 2012 after fleeing from Toronto East General Hospital, where he had been involuntarily admitted under the Mental Health Act.

He was dressed in a hospital gown and armed with two pairs of scissors.

Reyal Jardine-Douglas, 25, died in August 2010 after pulling a knife when police confronted him on a public transit bus for acting irrationally.

Sylvia Klibingaitis called 911 from her home and said she was going to commit a crime. When officers went to her house, Klibingaitis walked toward the officers with the knife in her hand.

And on Sept. 10, 2012, a former soldier suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder was fatally shot by RCMP in Surrey, B.C., after coming at an officer with an axe.

B.C.'s police watchdog agency said the officers involved acted appropriately, but relatives of Greg Matters said the actions of the officers escalated the situation and the B.C. Civil Liberties Association called for an investigation into whether the shooting could have been avoided.

Bradley, who is scheduled to speak Thursday at the Canadian Association of Police Boards' annual meeting in Saskatoon, said she will talk about how the worlds of policing and mental health intersect and how those in the mental health field can work more effectively with first responders.

"I think that there is a lack of understanding overall of mental health problems and illnesses, but that's not just for police officers. That unfortunately is the case in many areas, including health care itself," said Bradley.

"It's something that isn't well understood."

Bradley is a registered nurse with a master's of science degree specializing in mental health. She has worked on the front line and in mental health care in corrections.

She said the lack of understanding of mental health illness puzzles her.

"I've been in mental health for about 30 years and while I'm encouraged that this is a time when we are talking about mental health more openly than we ever have before, I still don't understand why it is that there is such stigma attached to it," she said.

"There's virtually none of us that are not impacted in some way, either ourselves, a family member or a close friend or a work colleague. And yet it's shrouded in secrecy, it's shrouded in shame and embarrassment."

Bradley said she hopes that at the end of the conference there will be "clear, discernible action items" to help mental health workers collaborate with the police.

Education and training are just a start, she said.

"But it isn't as simple as saying 'OK, we're going to go in and give you a day's (education) and then you know how to do it,' " she said.

"In the same way that we do CPR training and we have to get re-certified every year, it's something that's ongoing."

— By Jennifer Graham in Regina
Source: http://www.windsorstar.com/health/Mental+health+commission+head+explores+more+collaboration+training/8791363/story.html