Herbal Treatments for uterine fibroids

Herbal Treatments for Uterine Fibroids
Learn About Herbal Treatments for
Myomas
There are different approaches currently practiced to treat
women suffering from uterine fibroid symptoms. The most
common treatments for uterine fibroids include surgical
intervention. But there are some non-invasive methods
such as MR guided Focused Ultrasound Surgery .
There are also a variety of herbal treatment options for
uterine fibroids. These herbal medicines effectively
alleviating common symptoms related to fibroids such as
abdominal pain and heavy bleeding. However, herbal
treatments have not been proven to remove the uterine
fibroids.
Herbal Medicines for Myoma Include:
• Vitex (Vitex Agnus-Castus)
Vitex reduces estrogen levels by promoting the production
of progesterone. For optimal results, Vitex should be taken
for at least six months.
To make vitex tea: pour three cups of boiling water over
two tablespoons of crushed vitex berries. Steep for 20
minutes, strain, and drink three cups a day.
Vitex has a spicy, peppery taste. You can also take one-half
teaspoon of liquid extract or two capsules three times
daily.
• Dandelion Root (Taraxacum Officinale)
Dandelion root affects the liver by improving bile flow. This
leads to effective degradation of excess estrogen, which is
flushed out of the body. For best results, take dandelion for
at least three months.
To make Dandelion root tea: Simmer three tablespoons of
dandelion root in three and one-half cups of water for 15
minutes in a covered pot. Remove from heat and let stand
for an additional 15 minutes. Strain, and drink three cups a
day.
Dandelion root has an earthy, slightly bitter flavor. You can
also take 1 to 2 teaspoon of liquid extract or two capsules
three times daily.
• Milk thistle (Silybum Marianum)
Milk thistle is a very effective herbal medicine which works
on the liver by promoting the regeneration of liver cells.
This helps to maintain effective liver function.
For best results, take an extract of milk thistle standardized
for silymarin, which is considered to be the primary active
ingredient.
Take 140 milligrams of silymarin 3 times daily for at least 3
months. If you prefer to use the whole herb, you can grind
milk thistle seeds in a coffee grinder and sprinkle them on
cereals, salads, or other dishes. Eat approximately two
tablespoons daily.
• Nettle (Urtica Dioica)
Nettle is a superb broad-spectrum health tonic. It contains
iron and other natural elements, which promotes the
production of new red blood cells thus counteracting
anemia caused by excessive bleeding. Nettle is safe and
gentle and can be taken indefinitely.
To make nettle tea : Pour 3 cups of boiling water over 2
tablespoons of dried nettle, cover, and steep for 15
minutes. Strain, and drink three cups daily.
Nettle tea has a rich, pleasant flavor.
• Yellow Dock (Rumex Crispus)
Yellow dock is an outstanding purifying herb. It improves
liver function by stimulating bile flow and has mild laxative
properties. It acts as a tonic which improves the production
of blood cells thus correcting anemia caused by excessive
bleeding.
To make yellow dock tea : Simmer 2 tablespoons of dried
root in 3.5 cups of water for 15 minutes in a covered pot.
Remove from heat and steep for an additional 10 minutes.
Strain and sweeten (if desired), and drink 3 cups daily.
Yellow dock has a bitter, earthy flavor. If you prefer, you
can take 0.5 teaspoon of liquid extract or 2 capsules three
times a day.
• Red Raspberry
Red Raspberry is used to control disproportionate
menstrual bleeding while strengthening the uterine muscles.
Red Raspberry is effective for helping the body return
balance to the reproductive organs. Also it offers anti-
inflammatory and anti-emetic effects making Red
Raspberry a powerful herb for easing menstrual symptoms
related to uterine fibroids.
Red Raspberry is a rich source of nutrients, including
Calcium, Magnesium, Iron, Potassium, Phosphorus, and
Vitamins A, B, C and E. This is a very useful tonic for
women suffering from severe menstrual symptoms.
• Herbal Tea (Red Clover)
Herbal teas suggested for the treatment of uterine fibroids
include a tea brewed from the blooms of the red clover
herb. Red clover is rich in phytoestrogens. This naturally-
occurring plant analogue compounds of naturally occurring
estrogens. Red Clover inhibits the growth of uterine tissue
making it an effective way to treat the uterine fibroids. Drink
2 to 3 cups of red clover tea to help shrink uterine fibroids.
• Essential Oil Supplements
Herbal essential oils like evening primrose oil, rich in omega
6 fatty acids: powerful antioxidants and anti-inflammatory
substances, can reduce pain and inflammation of fibroids.
Evening primrose essential oil is available in supplemental
form at health food stores.
Herbal Treatment Alternative for
Uterine Fibroids: Herbal Bath
This is an alternative topical method to treat uterine
fibroids. For effective use prepare a warm sitz bath. Pour in
1 to 2 cups of herbal tea decoction brewed from Mexican
wild yams into the water. Sit in the bath for 10 to 15
minutes; repeat twice a day. Herbal tea infusion brewed
from horsetail can be substituted for Mexican wild yam.