PCOS (Polycystic ovarian syndrome) is the leading cause of infertility in women. It is estimated approximately 1 in 10 women could be diagnosed with this condition. Women diagnosed with PCOS have a greater likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease and endometrial cancer. Indications of a PCOS diagnosis could include high levels of androgens (male hormones), elevated fasting glucose, high blood pressure and cholesterol, ovarian cysts, enlarged ovaries, abnormal hair growth and skin tags, unexplained weight gain, cramping and cyclical pelvic pain.
How Achelois can support women with PCOS:
Wild yam (Dioscorea Villosa) is an anti-spasmodic and phytosteriod root known to support healthy glucose levels, normalize hormones, encourage weight reduction and/or stability, reduce inflammation, block pain sensations, and inhibit abnormal cell division.
Cramp bark is well known for its ability to stop smooth muscle cramps, but few are familiar with the other benefit of this plant medicine – cramp bark is high in flavonoids and carotenoids. These antioxidants have been found to have cytoprotective and anti-diabetic effects.
Yarrow relieves stagnation and promotes healthy circulation to reproductive organs. PCOS is a “congestive state” that can benefit from Yarrow. Yarrow also aids in pain relief.
Studies on women with PCOS have shown endocannabinoid dysfunction involving the CB1 and CB2 receptors. Our full spectrum, cannabinoid-rich nanoemulsion helps to normalize endocannabinoid system function, reduce inflammation, alleviate pain, and support ongoing system homeostasis.
Cinnamon can be extremely useful for women with insulin resistance, helping to balance blood sugar levels. Cinnamon also promotes healthy circulation to reproductive organs and may slow endometrial hyperplasia (thickening of the uterine lining associated with PCOS).
Cardamom has been studied to evaluate its effects on obesity and diabetes gene expression in women with PCOS. The conclusions of this study found cardamon to reduce abnormal hormone levels, improve glycemic index, and assist in normalizing obesity and diabetes gene expression.
Rose is anti-inflammatory and contains polyphenols that reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. Geraniol, a terpene found in rose petals, encourages apoptosis (death of abnormal cells).
Lavender promotes rest, and relaxation as well as emotional balance.
Achelois should be used daily to support women with PCOS, not just when symptoms are present. Suggested use is 1ml taken 2 – 3 times per day. Dose may be doubled on days with significant pain, inflammation or symptom expression. PCOS has no cure, but proper diet and lifestyle in conjunction with supportive herbs can reduce symptoms, slow progression and encourage homeostasis.
SYMPTOMS:
PCOS can cause:
Cyclical cramping and pelvic pain.
Irregular and/or abnormal menses.
Hormone dysfunction and high androgen levels.
Ovarian cysts and/or enlarged ovaries.
Unexplained weight gain and inflammation.
Abnormal hair growth and skin tags.
Elevated fasting glucose.
High blood pressure.
High cholesterol.
HELP:
How Achelois can help:
There is no known cure for PCOS, so learning to manage symptoms can significantly improve quality of life. Proper diet, lifestyle and supportive herbs can reduce symptoms, slow progression and encourage homeostasis.
Achelois contains a blend of herbs formulated to reduce the tension, inflammation, cramping and pelvic pain associated with PCOS. These synergystic herbs also work together to promote healthy glucose levels, normalize hormones and encourage healthy metabolism.
Less symptom expression means greater presence and enjoyment of the things that matter most to you!
DOSE:
Suggested Use for PCOS:
Achelois should be used daily to support women with PCOS, not just when symptoms are present. Suggested use is 1ml taken 2-3 times per day. Dose may be doubled on days with significant pain, inflammation and symptom expression.
Achelois is a tonic herb blend that is gentle enough for daily use for extended periods of time. While some benefits are felt very quickly (such as relief of cramping, pain and inflammation), other benefits are cumulative and take more time to witness. We suggest making Achelois a part of your daily wellness practice for 90 days. Journal and track your symptoms to see how this goddess can empower your health!