Wednesday Health Spotlight with Dave Sandoval
Meno-Positive was created because at Purium, we believe menopause does not have to be a negative experience.
In fact, menopause can actually be managed and contribute to what should be the best years of your life.*
Managing this transition means a slow progression through perimenopause into menopause without the “wild ride,” giving women the opportunity to thrive, not just survive.*
What are phytochemicals?
Phyto is the Greek word for plant (and phyco, by the way, refers to plants that come from water). “Phytochemical” is the common term for natural plant compounds that interact with human metabolism and physiology. Today, “phytochemical” is used commonly when talking about plant-based supplements.
What are phytoestrogens?
Throughout history, people have noted that certain plants can impact women’s health as they age. Particularly, through that transition that we now know and call menopause.
Phytoestrogens are compounds found in plants that mimic the hormones that our body creates naturally and have the ability to support healthy estrogen levels.* Today, researchers are studying phytoestrogens and the role they may play in supporting hormonal balance.* That work is still going on, and we pay close attention to it.
Throughout history, various societies have turned to nature for answers, and each has dealt with these hormonal fluctuations in their own unique way.
Addressing menopause with phytochemistry
It all begins with pre-menopause, which is not something that we should take lightly just because it is not classified as menopause itself.
The Purium philosophy is that the way you support your body nutritionally prior to menopause, in the phase that is referred to as perimenopause, can make a profound difference.* The way menopause progresses as you age can be impacted by your lifestyle.* We believe that if you apply this philosophy properly, you can begin addressing menopause far before it ever actually manifests in your body.*
The seasons of a woman’s life
Illustrative images.
Most women begin experiencing perimenopausal symptoms in their late 30s.
By the age of 40, most women report that they are experiencing some symptoms of menopause.
What you may not see from the outside is what’s happening on the inside. A woman can look much the same from one decade to the next and still be feeling a significant change hormonally.
Common biomarkers on the pathway to menopause
- Irregular or intermittent menstruation You begin to notice a reduced flow while menstruating. It may also become irregular, or even intermittent, where you miss an entire month or two.
- Changes in sleep quality Most women report a difference in their sleep patterns, including difficulty falling asleep or waking up in the middle of the night.
- Night sweats and hot flashes Among the most uncomfortable and reported aspects caused by hormonal fluctuations during menopause are night sweats and hot flashes.
- Shifts in mood and energy As a young boy, I remember listening to my mom and her girlfriends talk about their friends. And they’d say things like, “You know, she’s just no fun anymore, she doesn’t want to go out.” The shift in your mood and your energy are noticeable to the people around you, as well as to yourself. But there is a scientific explanation: as estrogen levels drop, our mood and energy levels can be significantly impacted.*
- Changes in bone density Bone density naturally shifts during this season of life, which is why bone health becomes a bigger focus.
- Reduced libido Many women report a reduced desire for intimacy, and even when they are “in the mood,” the experience is less satisfying.
What is Meno-Positive?
Meno-Positive is a combination of phytochemical-rich and phytoestrogenic plants, herbs and extracts that is deeply rooted in naturopathic principles and the philosophy of Hippocrates, the father of medicine.
Meno-Positive is a delicately balanced combination of herbs, each one cherished in its own tradition for its own reasons. We brought them together rather than leaning on any single one of them.
If you had a big, round table, and you asked one person to try to pick it up, it would be difficult, because of its size and because it’s cumbersome. But if you asked two people to pick it up, each of you could stand on either side of the table, directly across from each other, and you’d have an easier job of lifting that table. But if there were four or six of you, you could each stand around the table, and with just a finger or two, lift that table very easily.
And Meno-Positive is nothing more than plants that have been cherished throughout history, brought together to help accomplish a single cause.*
The philosophy of Hippocrates
- The body is a self healing organism, when it is supported in the proper way.
- Food can be medicine. Now, am I saying that we are selling medicine? Absolutely not. What I am saying is that the right plant compounds, used properly, can have a real effect on your metabolism, your physiology, and your health.* That’s all we mean when we say that food can be like medicine.
- Do no harm. Purium’s philosophy is still rooted in the philosophy of Hippocrates.
- The quality of the food that you eat will dramatically impact the quality of the life that you live, and during this unique time of a woman’s life, applying the lessons of that philosophy may be more important than ever.*
Ingredients
- Chaste Tree Berry
- Dong Quai Root
- American Ginseng Root
- Red Clover Aerial Parts
- Black Cohosh Root
Chaste Tree Berry
Native to the Mediterranean region, its scientific name is Vitex agnus-castus, also known as Chaste Tree Berry. It has a long history of traditional use in women’s wellness and reproductive health. And after various studies and reports, researchers have looked at how Chaste Tree Berry may interact with dopamine pathways that are involved in prolactin regulation.* There is also continued research into how compounds in Chaste Tree Berry may interact with pathways involved in women’s hormonal health, especially as those hormones naturally change throughout different stages of life.*
Dong Quai Root
Angelica sinensis, known as Dong Quai, has been used for over 2,000 years. It’s a standard herb in traditional Chinese medicine. And it’s referred to as a women’s ginseng. And the reason is because it has such a long history of traditional use in women’s health, through all the different stages of a woman’s life.
American Ginseng Root
American Ginseng, scientifically known as Panax quinquefolius, is one of the most interesting ingredients in this formula. It’s native to North America, but what is really fascinating is how highly valued it has become in China. Traditional Chinese medicine has used American Ginseng for generations, where it is traditionally associated with nourishing yin and supporting qi.
It’s commonly described as an adaptogenic herb and has a long history of use for both men and women. In traditional Chinese medicine, American Ginseng is considered a cooling herb, especially compared with Asian ginseng, which is traditionally considered more warming. Today, American Ginseng continues to be widely used in China, illustrating just how valued this North American plant has become within traditional Chinese herbal practices.
Red Clover Aerial Parts
Certain parts of red clover, specifically the aerial parts, contain what are called isoflavones. Isoflavones are plant compounds that mimic estrogen and may have a positive impact on a woman’s hormonal balance.* And that is exactly why we paired red clover with American Ginseng in this formula. Each of these plants has its own long history, and they were chosen to work alongside one another.
Black Cohosh Root
Actaea racemosa, commonly known as Black Cohosh, is native to North America and is derived from the root system of the plant, like so many of nature’s most valuable treasures, they are buried treasures, the part of the plant that is found beneath the ground.
Suggested use
Mix 1 ml (approx 30 drops) with 2 to 4 oz of water or any beverage once per day. And if you take prescription medication, or you are pregnant or nursing, or you have a hormone-sensitive condition, talk with your healthcare provider before you start.
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Who do you know that might benefit from Meno-Positive?
As you read through this information, you may think you are not one of those who would benefit from this product, perhaps because of your age or gender you may not think it applies to you. However, you do know many people who might benefit from this information and who would appreciate you sharing it with them.
Menopause doesn’t have to be negative.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.