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More popularly known as a super herb, or miracle cure, Vitex is native to the Mediterranean, where it has been used in herbal medicines for many centuries. It is of most benefit to women, with it has become the most popular herb for treating gynecological disorders in the western world. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Developments in modern medicine and detailed research have proven just how effective Vitex can be when it comes to regulating the fluctuations of hormones in the body with a view to enhancing fertility. As it affects the pituitary gland in the body, which is commonly called the master gland, Vitex helps to control hormonal secretions. These secretions are managed from the lymph nodes, but from organs like the ovaries as well. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are 8 clear benefits that women can gain from Vitex. The examples are listed and then expanded upon with the intention being to inform, not to advise, as any supplementation should be done under the guidance of a nutritionist or a health care professional.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1.     Menstrual Cycle <\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Studies into which is the best available herb for balancing the hormones before and during a menstrual cycle have found that Vitex is the best of the bunch. By preventing the stimulation of follicles from the FSH hormone, and by increasing secretions of progesterone<\/a>, Vitex is able to regulate all of the key players in the hormonal struggle of a menstrual cycle. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Any woman will tell you that their hormones feel all over the place during the early stages of their period, and so a natural remedy that is able to juggle the balancing act of hormones during this time is surely something that many women would be keen to try. There are lots of hormone balancers and supplements that women can purchase or be prescribed with when it comes to their menstrual cycle, however, given that the cycle is natural by design, many are choosing to go down the natural route when it comes to finding things to help them through each cycle. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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2.     Luteal Phase<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Luteal Phase refers to the period stretching from initial ovulation to the beginning of menstruation<\/a>. A major factor that contributed to infertility is a very short luteal phase. Many women will be pleased to hear therefore that Vitex is able to lengthen the luteal phase and effectively widen the window of time in which a person can conceive. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Despite not containing any hormones itself, Vitex is able to encourage the body to produce more of the hormone LH, which we know encourages ovulation. As a byproduct of this process, progesterone levels in the body are boosted throughout the luteal phase of a cycle. This is what lengthens it. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Couples who are eager to conceive will often plan their lives around ovulation cycles and such like, and the introduction of Vitex as something to lengthen the luteal phase could give you a few extra hours or even days between an alarm going off and having to the run-up to the bedroom!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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3.     Corpus Luteum<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Corpus Luteum<\/a> is absolutely crucial for fertility in women. It alone is responsible for the secretion of progesterone in the body and Vitex, interestingly, can help to increase progesterone levels in the body. Perhaps then, Vitex and corpus leteum are a match made in heaven, working together to boost progesterone levels in all those who may want boosted progesterone levels! <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In one study, a remarkable 85%of women who took part responded incredibly to taking Vitex. These women took Vitex for a period of time and found that it significantly increased and improved their progesterone levels, having a knock-on positive effects on their fertility and gynecological health. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For these women, there will be no doubt in their minds regarding the effectiveness of Vitex, however as with all pieces of research and the subsequent findings, without a wider context as to the health of these women along with any other external factors, one has to be careful when talking about Vitex as a one size fits all miracle.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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4.     Endometriosis <\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Mild endometriosis <\/a>can be stopped in its tracks by the incredibly versatile Vitex. The disorder of endometriosis, which causes very painful menstruation and can eventually result in infertility, is something that blights women all over the world. Preventing the advancement of endometriosis is vital for gynecologists looking to maintain their patients\u2019 fertility, and so the herb is often used with this as the plan of action, as a cure. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Painful menstruation is something that can be a source of embarrassment for some women, who may find it difficult to ask for help or to seek advice. The development of endometriosis is not uncommon but is eminently treatable when it is mild, even if it just to stop the advancement and then any further implications down the line. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

With that in mind, anyone who thinks they may be suffering from endometriosis should consult their gynecologist or health care professional before choosing to use Vitex.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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5.     Miscarriage<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Miscarriage <\/a>is a tragedy that still affects so many people all around the world on a daily basis. The process of losing a child, no matter the stage, can be utterly devastating for a mother and for a family. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, previous miscarriages have the potential to cause problems with any future conception attempts, adding to the distress for many. Vitex has been shown to prevent miscarriages for a number of reasons, though caution is always encouraged when reading into these things. As it works to help the body increase and then regulate the levels of progesterone in the body, Vitex can help keep pregnancies safe. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For a subject as sensitive as this, it would be foolish to suggest that Vitex stops miscarriages all of the time, but research has shown it to be effective at preventing and decreasing the likelihood of miscarriages. It all comes down to progesterone, as many miscarriages are due to a lack of this vital hormone.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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6.     Pre Menstrual Stress<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For many women reading this, the question may be starting to form about whether or not there is anything that Vitex can\u2019t do, rather than concerning what it can do. Just another string to its bow is the fact that Vitex can help to relieve the symptoms of premenstrual stress, more commonly and less sympathetically referred to as \u2018the time of the month.\u2019 <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

During PMS<\/a>, women often complain of some rather unpleasant symptoms including feelings of depression, the onset of headaches, allergic reactions and the breakouts of acne and rashes, all of which they could do without. Mood swings, shortness of temper and irritability are other symptoms, which are overplayed in the wider world perhaps. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

One study found that around 80% of women found relief from PMS through taking Vitex. The other 20% was too irritable and moody to comment. Another impressive statistic to back up the effectiveness of Vitex for women.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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7.     Amenorrhea <\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The condition whereby menstrual bleeding doesn’t happen at all or is inhibited as a result of hormonal imbalances, amenorrhea <\/a>is a fairly common complaint about women all over the world. Vitex is able to actually cure amenorrhea, due to the fact that it helps to increase the levels of progesterone in the body and to stop amenorrhea from developing. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are plenty of natural remedies and things like essential oils which claim to be able to relieve and prevent amenorrhea, however one study, which compared the use of Vitex with the use of Boswellia Serrata found that the women who used Vitex were unanimously satisfied with the results, whereas the other participants only saw minor improvements to their amenorrhea. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The list keeps on growing with regards to the potential benefits that Vitex can have for women, and there\u2019s still one more to go! If you\u2019re reading this and you\u2019re about to enter that time of the month, why not try Vitex for the first time?<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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8.     Estrogen<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Regularly taking estrogen<\/a>-heavy birth control pills can cause the menstrual cycle to go a little crazy. Stopping taking birth control pills usually causes your body to go a little nuts for a while, it\u2019s true, and so anything that can ease the process will be a welcome addition to the lives of many women all over the world. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vitex could be that addition, as taking Vitex once you stop taking birth control tablets can actually bring about a stabilization of the cycle and even induce ovulation. Amazingly, this induction of ovulation happens much more quickly when Vitex is involved, compared to when the body is allowed to regain control on its own. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The beauty of Vitex is that it is an all-natural method of helping the body adjust to a seismic change such as coming off of birth control pills. Every little help, but a little bit of Vitex helps a lot.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\r\n

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