Female Reproductive System
Synopsis of Female Reproductive System
The female reproductive system consists of internal and external organs that are responsible for sexual function, reproduction, menstruation, and hormone production. Major internal structures include the ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix, and vagina. External parts, collectively called the vulva, include the labia, clitoris, and vaginal opening. This system undergoes cyclical hormonal changes driven by estrogen, progesterone, FSH, and LH, orchestrating menstruation, ovulation, and fertility.
The ovaries produce eggs (ova) and secrete hormones that influence the menstrual cycle and secondary sexual traits. After ovulation, if fertilization occurs, the uterus supports the development of the embryo. If not, the uterine lining sheds during menstruation. The reproductive system also plays key roles in sexual health, pregnancy, and menopause.
Common issues include irregular periods, PMS, PCOS, endometriosis, fibroids, infertility, yeast infections, and menopausal symptoms. Reproductive health can be affected by hormonal imbalances, stress, diet, toxin exposure (e.g., endocrine disruptors), chronic inflammation, and infections.
Natural remedies to support Female Reproductive System
Cycle tracking: Helps identify hormonal patterns, ovulation, and irregularities.
Balanced diet: Supports hormone synthesis—especially healthy fats, B vitamins, zinc, and magnesium.
Reduce xenoestrogens: Limit plastics and synthetic chemicals that disrupt endocrine function.
Regular movement: Improves circulation to reproductive organs and reduces cramping or stagnation.
Stress management: Chronic stress can suppress ovulation and disrupt cycle regularity.
Castor oil packs: Traditionally used over the lower abdomen to promote circulation and reduce congestion.
Probiotic support: Maintains healthy vaginal flora and helps prevent infections.
Ingredients
These raw ingredients are often used in alternative medicine to support Female Reproductive System.
25-d-spirosta-3, 5-diene
27-deoxyactein
7-hydroxymatairesinol (HMR)
8-Prenylnaringenin
Abuta
Agnuside
AHCC
Alchemilla
Aletris
amino acids
anamu
anemarrhena asphodeloides
Anemone
Angelica
animal protein
anise
Anserina
Ashoka
ashwagandha
barbasco
basil
Belamcanda
bethroot
betony
bird\'s nest
black cohosh
blessed thistle
blue cohosh
borage oil
broccoli
bugbane
Caesalpinia crista
Calochortus
casticin
Ceylon leadwort
chaste tree
Chinese pond turtle
Chlorophytum
Clary sage
Cnidium
cohosh
cramp bark
Crinum latifolium
Cynomorium
d-alpha tocopherol
daidzein
damiana
dandelion
date
DHEA
DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone)
DIM (diindolylmethane)
dioscorea
diosgenin
dodder
dong quai
dong quai root
egg
eleuthero
equol (proprietary)
Erythrina
estrogen
evening primrose oil
evening primrose oil
false unicorn root
fatty acids
fennel
fenugreek
flaxseed
fo-ti
folate
folic acid
formononetin
furostanols
gamma linolenic acid (GLA)
genistein
giant trillium
ginger
Ginsenosides
goat\'s rue
golden ragwort
goldenseal
guelder rose
herbal blend (proprietary)
hibiscus
HMR lignan
horny goat weed
Hypericum
Indian fagonia
Indian tinospora
indole-3-carbinol
inositol
inositol phosphate
isoflavones
jasmine
jujube
Kigelia africana
Labisia pumila
labrador tea
Lactobacillus acidophilus
Lactobacillus crispatus
Lactobacillus fermentum
Lactobacillus gasseri
Lactobacillus jensenii
Lactobacillus reuteri
Lactobacillus rhamnosus
Lactobacillus salivarius
Lady's Mantle
Laminaria
Leptadenia
lignans
ligustilides
lingzhi
linoleic acid (LA)
lipids
Loranthus
maca
macaenes
macamides
mandrake
Marine lipid
Miroestrol
Montanoa tomentosa
Motherwort
Mugwort
Nettle
Nigella seed
omega-3 fatty acids
Pennyroyal
peony
Phytoestrogens
polyunsaturated fat
Puerain
Pulsatilla
raspberry
red clover
rose
rose oil
royal jelly
Rubia cordifolia
Rubus
rue
Safed musli
saffron
selenium
Shataverins
shepherd's purse
Sichuan Lovage
Soy
soy isoflavones
Soy Protein
soybean
Sparganium
spearmint leaf
squawvine
Szechuan lovage
Taxillus chinensis
trace minerals
tribulus
turmeric
Vervain
Viburnum
vitamin B
vitamin B6
vitamin E
Vitex Agnus-Castus
Vitexicarpin
White Dead Nettle Flower
Wild yam
Wood betony
Yarrow
Yarrow
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