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Ovulation is an important stage during menstruation that helps a woman conceive naturally. Lack of successful ovulation is the most common cause of infertility in women. Ovulation occurs when a matured egg is released into the fallopian tubes by the ovary. This egg then awaits the arrival of a sperm to fertilize.
Only one egg is released during the entire menstrual cycle therefore, ovulation is necessary. Herbs can help regulate the menstrual cycle in women leading to successful ovulation. Herbs help not only with ovulation but also treat the underlying reasons for the inability to ovulate naturally.
Best Herbal Remedies For Ovulation
Evening Primrose Oil
Supplements of evening primrose oil or EPO are successfully used for bringing about ovulation in a woman’s body. EPO is a rich source of essential fatty acids like linoleic acid and gamma-linoleic acid and is used primarily for treating infertility.
Start taking EPO supplements from day one of your menstrual cycle to increase chances of ovulation but immediately stop once ovulation takes place or you may end up with a miscarriage. Talk to your doctor about the dosage of EPO supplements as well as any potential side effects.
Flaxseed Oil
Flaxseed oil comes from the flax plant and is generally available in liquid extract as well as capsule form. The oil contains high amounts of polyunsaturated fatty acids that help regulate the overall physical health of a woman that is important for successful ovulation to take place.
The oil also has lignans and phytohormones that help in maintaining proper balance of hormones in the body thereby regulating menstruation and consequently ovulation. Flaxseed supplements have side effects such as gastro-intestinal irritation and should always be taken only after consulting a doctor.
Vitex
Vitex supplements are prepared from the bark of the Chasteberry tree and are popularly used for treating many sexual disorders in women including infertility, amenorrhea and lack of ovulation. The herbal supplements boost regular and required production of the hormones by directly working on the pituitary glands thereby regulating the process of ovulation.
But the supplement also has side effects such as allergic reaction and should always be taken under medical supervision. The recommended dose of the vitex supplement depends from person to person so consult your doctor.
Unkei-To
Unkei-to is a Japanese herb and is widely used in the region for treating a variety of conditions in women that may prevent them for conceiving naturally. The herb boosts the production of gonadotrophin and estradiol in women who do not ovulate at regular intervals.
But the supplements of unkei-to have some harmful side effects as well and should not be taken along with prescription medicines. Speak to your doctor about the recommended dosage and the potential side effects.
Green Tea
While we all know that green tea aids weight loss, not many are aware that this herbal concoction also boosts the formation of a globulin that is responsible for binding of sex hormones in women.
This globulin can also lower the levels of estrogen and androgen in the body, both of which interfere in occurrence of ovulation. Drink 3-4 cups of green tea every day or take 200-400 mg of green tea capsules twice a day to help with ovulation.
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