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Cranberry Women often drink cranberry
juice or take a cranberry supplement because it is believed that cranberry
may aid in the prevention
and treatment of urinary tract infections.
Echinacea Echinacea is thought to stimulate
the immune system and increase resistance to illness. It is used most by
people who want to
prevent and treat the common cold and the symptoms associated with
it. It is also recommended that echinacea be used as a supportive
treatment for recurrent respiratory and urinary tract infections.
Evening Primrose Intake of evening
primrose may have beneficial effects in helping with weight loss without
dieting, lowering cholesterol,
decreasing blood pressure, rheumatoid arthritis, progression of multiple
sclerosis, and alleviation of hangovers. Women often take evening
primrose because evidence exists supporting the efficacy of evening
primrose in the treatment of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and breast
tenderness.
Ginkgo Ginkgo is used for its effects
in the circulatory system and as an antiasthmatic. Its effect is due to
an increase in cerebral blood flow,
which exerts a positive effect on short-term memory loss, headaches,
tinnitus, and depression. Clinical studies have shown that ginkgo
improves blood flow in both the arteries and capillaries.
Spectra Probiotic Spectra Probiotic
may be used to promote optimal digestion and absorption of nutrients. It
is reported to produce
antibiotic substances that can kill harmful bacteria, viruses and yeast
in the mouth, intestine, and vagina. Spectra Probiotic may be used to
restore normal bacteria in the intestine and vagina after any period
of antibiotics have been taken. It may also be used to decrease cholesterol,
decrease menopausal symptoms, and has anti-carcinogenic features against
certain tumors.
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