How does Femmenessence MacaLife® help you - a peri or pre-menopausal
woman?
The beauty of Femenessence™ MacaLife® is that it works with your own body, stimulating
your pituitary and adrenal glands and your nervous system to support and balance
the levels of the key hormones FSH, estrogen, LH and progesterone… and nothing is
more natural than your own hormones. When hormone production is regulated and balanced,
it is easier for your body to achieve overall physiological harmony, which means
fewer menopausal symptoms and most importantly an improvement in general health.
Completely Tested
Femmenessence MacaLife® has been tested for toxicity and pharmaco-dynamic effects,
both in laboratory models and in a pilot, clinical trial. In those trials, Natural
Health International (NHI) investigated two key areas of health for peri-menopausal
women:
- Symptoms related to peri-menopause,
- Women's health issues such as hormone imbalance and general health.
In our clinical trial, according to Kupperman's Menopausal Index, Femmenessence
MacaLife® had an incredible overall success rate of 74 - 82% and was shown to:
- Reduce hot flashes*
- Reduce night sweats*
- Reduce vaginal dryness*
- Help elevate mood*
- Increase energy levels*
Apart from relieving the symptoms you might experience peri-menopause, attention
to other important factors will create an environment for optimal health. Potential
areas for attention are:
- Hormone balance
- Bone health
- Healthy body weight
Fast acting
On average, women who use Femmenessence MacaLife® have a positive affect in only
10 days, with the majority noticing improvements in a period ranging from 2 days
to 6 weeks.
NHI is so confident of the benefits of Femmenessence MacaLife® that if you do
not see a significant reduction in symptoms on your Wellness
menopause Assessment within six weeks, we are ready to refund your purchase
price. Shipping and handling not included.
Safe
Femmenessence MacaLife® has passed stringent medical tests for health and safety,
with our full pharmacology and toxicology research published in International Journal
of Biomedical Science (2006).
*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.
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What does this mean to you?
Hormonal Balance
As you approach menopause your body no longer produces active follicles, so production
of estrogen and progesterone dramatically declines. In our clinical study it has
been observed that as compared to placebo, Femmenessence MacaLife® resulted in
a statistically significant increase in FSH, E2 and progesterone levels in peri-menopausal
women,
Increase in FSH
In our clinical trial the placebo had no effect on FSH levels, while Femmenessence
MacaLife® resulted in a statistically significant increase in FSH levels.
Calcium
As you approach and begin menopause, your bone density decreases. Statistically significant
increases in serum calcium levels which support bone health were recorded following
the use of Femmenessence MacaLife®.
Iron
A significant increase in blood-iron levels was observed in our trials, demonstrating
the positive effect of Femmenessence MacaLife® on normal healthy red blood cell
formation and haemoglobin levels.
Mood
Femmenessence MacaLife® significantly lowered blood ACTH levels. This may explain
its sedative and stress-reducing effects, as demonstrated by individual symptoms
recorded in Kupperman’s Menopausal Index.
Body Weight
As you approach or enter menopause you may experience an increase in body weight
due to reduced metabolic rate and changes in hormone production. Regular exercise
and a healthy balanced diet are the corner-stones to overall wellbeing and weight
management. On average, women in our clinical trials experienced a slight increase
in body weight during the first month as their bodies “re-set” their metabolic rate.
However after 4 months there was an average 6% reduction in body weight.
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What is Femmenessence MacaLife®?
The primary ingredient of Femmenessence MacaLife® is Maca-GO™.
Maca-GO™ is not a normal Maca product but is one of the highest quality nutraceuticals
on the market today. Maca-GO™ is an organically grown and processed, proprietary
combination and ratio of four major phenotypes of Lepidium peruvianum Chacon – a
specific species of the herb commonly known as Maca. There are 13 different phenotypes
of Lepidium peruvianum Chacon – many appearing to display different gender and age-related
therapeutic effects. From the organic Maca roots, which are planted and grown on
NHI’s plantation at 4,300m in the Peruvian Andes, NHI selects specific phenotypes.
After harvest, the Maca roots are dried using traditional organic methods to enhance
and maximize the desired therapeutic effects of the herb. They are then put through
NHI’s patented †, organic and GMP certified, manufacturing process. To our knowledge
NHI’s entire process, which avoids extreme heat, chlorine and other chemicals, is
the only 100% natural and organic method currently in operation in Peru. With these
superior methods applied across the board from production to manufacture, the process
results in Maca-GO™. This is a concentrated, herbal preparation with enhanced therapeutic
potency based on the entire spectrum of active constituents as compared to standard
Maca powder. In a comparative laboratory study on Maca-GO™, it has been further
shown, that when compared to the highest quality Maca extracts on the market, not
only does Maca-GO™ have a higher level of actives, but also a much wider spectrum
of key actives which contribute to reported high potency of Femmenessence MacaLife®.
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How does Femmenessence MacaLife® work for you?
Femmenessence MacaLife® works primarily through its adaptogenic properties. Stimulation
of the hypothalamus (through your pituitary and adrenal glands and your nervous
system), rejuvenates your body to create a healthy balanced state that promotes
optimal health. Femmenessence MacaLife® therefore works in a unique way for each
woman – supporting your individual biological make-up and optimizing your personal
health status at any stage of your life.
† Patent pending, U.S. Application Serial No. 60/819,583
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How is Femmenessence MacaLife® different?
Currently you have three options when going through the pre and peri-menopausal stage
of life: HRT, bio-identical hormones or natural alternatives.
HRT is a fairly crude attempt to offset the decrease in your natural hormone levels
experienced in peri menopause by introducing a variety of synthetic or animal oestrogenic
compounds and/or progesterone, at various levels, with dosage largely adjusted by
a process of trial and error. However HRT has now been shown to come with significant
risk factors. While there was still no conclusive opinion on the reasons for HRT’s
potential to increase breast cancer and other side effects, many doctors resorted
to using bio-identical hormones and lower dosage forms. However, whether the use
of bio-identical hormones is more “natural” or will reduce the adverse effects seen
with HRT, is still open to debate and will only truly be known in the longer term.
Furthermore, even with lower dosages, unless a doctor is monitoring your hormone
levels over your full monthly cycle, and on a regular basis, both HRT and bio-identical
hormone therapy rely on a relatively hit and miss approach which may take considerable
time to fine tune. The other issues are: What form of oestrogen should you be given?
When do you reach oestrogen saturation point? What happens if you have a history
of breast cancer in the family? How does the oestrogen dosage affect the levels
of hormones naturally occurring in your body? The list goes on… Not surprisingly,
women (and many practitioners) have increasingly turned to natural alternatives,
with plant-based solutions including Black Cohosh, Red Clover, Wild Yam and soy-containing
compounds. While certainly lacking the potential side-effects of HRT, these phyto-hormone
containing compounds still impact only one aspect of the overall physiological changes
that occur during the post menopause, unless of course you are taking three different
products!
But most importantly, while many natural alternatives may reduce some symptoms, only
Remifemin (a specific standardized Black Cohosh product) has significant clinical
research supporting it. Also as a group, recent clinical trials by the National
Institute of Health have shown that all natural products (Black Cohosh included)
have little real effect on actual hormone levels. It is this decline in hormone
levels at menopause that directly relates to your susceptibility to heart disease,
osteoporosis and declining cognitive function and is why many MDs, in an attempt
to avert these life-threatening conditions, continue to prescribe HRT or bio-identical
hormones, despite their potential risks.
Femmenessence offers a natural alternative that not only reduces symptoms such as
hot flashes, night sweats and mood swings but improves your core or foundation health.
Rather than introducing one or two synthetic or other form of hormones into your
body at differing levels Femmenessence through its adaptogenic properties balances
all major female hormones, creating an environment for optimal foundation health.
Femmenessence’s mode of action actually supports production of your own hormones…
and nothing is more natural than your own hormones.
By improving your own hormone production Femmenessence treats the cause of menopause
and the symptoms.
Further benefits of Femmenessence as experienced by women in NHI’s clinical trial
– increased bone density, fewer mood swings, improved conditions for heart health
and reductions in body weight.
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What dose of Femmenessence should you take?
As demonstrated in our clinical trials, 84% of women experienced positive effects
when taking the recommended daily dose of 2 x 500mg capsules twice daily (morning
and evening). However all women are different and finding the dose that creates
optimal balance for you is a personalized process. Experience has shown that if
you don’t benefit from the standard dose, by increasing or reducing, as directed
by your practitioner, almost all women will benefit from Femmenessence.
Our suggestion is that you always begin this process by consulting your practitioner
and taking our Wellness menopause Assessment. This will provide both you and your
practitioner with an understanding of your current health and provide a base line
from which to chart your own personal history of health, menopausal symptoms and
overall wellbeing.
Click here to complete your Wellness menopause Assessment.
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Testimonials
"After 18 days of Femmenessence my hot flushes and night sweats were completely gone.
My only trouble now is that when I have the week off Femmenessence that Natural
Health suggest every 10-12 weeks, the hot flushes start to come back and I can't
wait to start again!"
Virginia Hewitt, 51 years, Sydney, Australia
"I've been afflicted by the debilitating effects of pre-menstrual hormones for many
years. Since my naturopath prescribed Femmenessence over a year ago, and with changes
in my diet and exercise, I've experienced dramatic improvement in the conditions
of my monthly cycle."
Michelle Shocked Los Angeles, CA
"I would like to take this opportunity in thanking you SO much for your concern and
not "leaving me out in the cold” (should be hot). I have been doing much better
and will persevere because for most of the time it is good now. I guess that is
the way my body works. If possible could you give me the link I can look at to show
my friends? By the way I originally bought an extra box and I spoke to a friend
of mine who took and said that she is so impressed she wants MORE. I also told everyone
about the extra care I received in getting me right."
Marilyn Hurwitz NSW Australia
"I didn’t think I suffered any problems associated with my periods, however since
taking Femmenessence, I realized I probably did suffer the usual side effects –
bloating, mood swings and hormone related skin problems. Since taking Femmenessence,
my periods arrive without any fuss, they now only last about 3 days, my skin and
eyes remain clear, and my energy levels stay the same. Generally, I feel great,
and for someone who is usually very healthy, I was surprised to enjoy even more
vitality."
Kris Abbey, Editor Better Health, Sydney NSW Age 46
"A 41 year old female was suffering from pre-menopausal symptoms such as; anxiety,
irregular periods, heavy bleeding, sweats at night erratically, some hot flushes
and dreamy, disturbed sleep which had made her very short tempered and tired.
On a hormonal blood test it revealed she was going through a peri-menopausal transition
in her body. After taking a history and examining this patient it was quite evident
she was entering into a menopausal stage in her life. Femmenessence was prescribed
immediately in order to resolve her symptoms and allow the transition into menopause
to be much less complicated and painful.
Within the following 1st month, this patient had a normal non-heavy bleeding period,
no erratic night sweats and no hot flushes. Her sleep was not disturbed or drained
by too many dreams. Her tiredness left her and her temperament had improved much
to her work colleague’s joy. Her anxiety had more than halved in the first 4 weeks,
possibly due to the brain adaptogenic attributes of Femmenessence.
Following the 2nd month her symptoms were totally gone and her anxiety was not present
anymore. A great response and result! It was at this stage I asked the patient to
undergo a subsequent hormonal blood test to assess her peri-menopausal state. The
patient’s oestrogen, progesterone, testosterone and DHEA levels were all within
the normal ranges, indicating possibly that her peri-menopausal onset was premature.
Nevertheless the patient felt back to normal and was not suffering perturbing peri-menopausal
symptoms unnecessarily. "
Peter Bablis
B.Sc. D.C., N.D., Dip. Homeopathy, Dip. Clinical Nutrition
PhD.(cand)
"A young girl of 16 years of age was suffering from bloating, heavy periods, cramping,
severe acne and weight gain. She had tried many food allergy diets and so on for
her bloating and weight gain. She had also tried many cleansers, lotions and so
on for her acne.
After taking a history and examining this patient and all the supplements she was
already taking, I suggested adding Femmenessence to her list of supplements – as
Femmenessence will assist with her overall neuronal tone and hormonally adaptability.
Naturally this was going to be her best possible approach. We started her on one
capsule morning and night. Within 7 days her skin started showing obvious signs
of improvements. Her following period was still heavy but there was no cramping.
Within 4 weeks her acne had improved by 80%, she had no bloating and her subsequent
period was not heavy and there were no cramps. By 6 weeks she noticed her jeans
were loose on her and she subsequently realised she had lost 4 kilos, without even
realising it. She is now taking 2 capsules morning and night to maintain adequate
neuronal and hormonal tone. "
Peter Bablis
B.Sc. D.C., N.D., Dip. Homeopathy, Dip. Clinical Nutrition
PhD.(cand)
"Perfect! This is F A N T A S T I C customer service. repeat … F A N T A S T I C!
You are the best! All of you! Thank you again for your wonderful support and PLEASE
pass on my thanks and appreciation to your team. You guys are really amazing."
IS Sydney NSW
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FAQs
1. What is an adaptogen?
In 1968, Israel I. Brekhman, PhD, and Dr. I. V. Dardymov formally gave adaptogens
a functional definition, as follows:
- An adaptogen is nontoxic to the recipient.
- An adaptogen produces a nonspecific response in the body—an increase in the power
of resistance against multiple stressors including physical, chemical, or biological
agents.
- An adaptogen has a normalizing influence on physiology, irrespective of the direction
of change from physiological norms caused by the stressor.
Very simply, adaptogens are nontoxic, produce a nonspecific defensive response to
stress, and have a normalizing influence on the body. They normalize the hypothalamic
pituitary adrenal axis.
Adaptogenic herbs are unique from other substances in their ability to balance endocrine
hormones and the immune system, and they help the body to maintain optimal homeostasis.
Adaptogens have a normalizing effect on the body and are capable of either toning
down the activity of hyper functioning systems or strengthening the activity of
hypo functioning systems.
2. What’s the difference between the two Femmenessence products-MacaPause® and MacaLife®?
Maca GO™ - currently the only ingredient in MacaPause® and MacaLife® is the same
combination of phenotypes (or sub species of Lepidium peruvianum Chacon). However
NHI is currently undertaking research where we will be adjusting this combination
to improve the benefit to pre/peri and post menopausal women. We will also be looking
at adding different ingredients to each which will further differentiate MacaPause®
and MacaLife®.
It is important however to know that this same product Maca-GO™ elicits quite different
responses in women, depending on what stage of life they are at (i.e pre or post
menopause) and dependant upon their own individual hormonal fluctuations. Maca-GO™
is acting as a very powerful adaptogen.
So as an example in a pre-menopausal woman, the FSH levels will increase, but FSH
levels will be lowered in a post-menopausal woman.
Our packaging is simply designed to clearly differentiate for our customers the different
responses they should experience.
As an aside the phenotype ingredient combination used in our men’s product is completely
different from our women’s. Maca-GO™ is for women and Maca-OG™ is for men and they
elicit different physiological responses.
3. What’s the difference between Maca-GO™ and other products with maca as an ingredient?
- Clinical trials
- Phenotype combination and ratio
- High concentration of all actives
- USDA, EU and JA Organically certified
Maca-GO™ is the only product made from Maca that is clinically proven to statistically
significantly improve hormone levels, reduce menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes,
night sweats and mood swing and positively effect bone and heart health. We understand
that this is a strong statement to make so we have put our money where our mouth
is - if you can find a published human clinical trial which shows another maca product
to positively effect hormone levels, reduce symptoms and positively effect bone
and heart health we will send you a year’s supply of Femmenessence for free.
Maca-GO™ is only manufactured with Lepidium peruvianum Chacon which is grown in certain
regions of the Peruvian Highlands above 4,000m and has been proven to have therapeutic
efficacy.
Lepidium peruvianum Chacon also contains several different phenotypes or sub species.
Each phenotype has a specific physiological affect on the body with Maca-GO™ containing
a specific phenotype combination and ratio. NHI standardises Maca-GO™ to ensure
that every batch is consistent with the quality of the product used in our clinical
trials. NHI also has a different phenotype combination for men called Maca-OG™.
- Femmenessence (Maca-GO™) for women
- Revolution (Maca-OG™) for men
Maca-GO™ is further differentiated from other maca products by NHI’s patented (Provisional
Patent U.S. No. 60/819,583) manufacturing process which increases the concentration
of the entire spectrum of actives. To give you an analytical comparison of the quality
comparison of Maca-GO™ versus the top selling maca extracts, which are themselves
10:1 or 4:1 concentrations of normal maca powders or gelatinized maca. Below is
a TLC spectro-analysis:
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AMINO ACIDS
1. Maca-GO™
2. Arginin, standard
3. 10:1 maca extract (US)
4. 4:1 maca extract (Europe)
5. Prolin, standard
6. Maca-GO™
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GLUCOSINOLATES
1. Maca-GO™
2. 10:1 maca extract (US)
3. 10:1 maca extract (US)
4. 4:1 maca extract (Europe)
5. Sinigrin
6. Maca-GO™
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For further information on NHI’s proprietary manufacturing processes go to Manufacturing.
4. Do all women take the same dose?
As demonstrated in our clinical trials, 84% of women experienced positive effects
when taking the recommended daily dose of 2 x 500mg capsules twice daily (morning
and evening). However all women are different and finding the dose that creates
optimal balance for you is a personalized process. Experience has shown that by
increasing or reducing the standard dose, almost all women will benefit from Femmenessence.
We always suggest a woman starts on the standard dose however if you are not noticing
an improvement after 4-6 weeks please consult your practitioner about adjusting
your dose or contact NHI at medical.team@naturalhi.com
so we can assist or refer you to a qualified practitioner.
Prior to use, we suggest that you take the Wellness
menopause Assessment and consult your practitioner for assessment of the following:
- Estradiol
- progesterone
- FSH
- Cholesterol levels (HDL and LDL)
- Blood pressure
- Bone density
- Body weight
Taking the Wellness menopause Assessment will provide
you and your practitioner with a baseline, from which improvements can be measured
and dose adjustments can be made. It will also chart your own history of menopausal
symptoms and overall wellbeing.
5. What if I am taking the “pill” or another form of HRT?
The “pill” or various HRT preparations are mostly forms of estrogen including phyto
estrogens and are often provided in conjunction with progestin, while some preparations
contain progestin exclusively. These synthetic or “natural” hormones are introduced
into the body to increase the low levels of estrogens and progesterone that are
produced naturally. HRT and the pill have been used for decades to treat menopausal
conditions such as hot flashes, mood swings and bone loss. However since the Women’s
Health initiative concerns have been raised over potential increased side affects.
Femmenessence offers an organic, adaptogenic, non-hormonal option for women.
The unique mode of action of Femmenessence to stimulate your body’s own production
of hormones means that you can initially take both HRT and Femmenessence together
rather than going “cold turkey”. In conjunction with guidance from your practitioner
you would take the standard dose of Femmenessence (2 capsules morning and evening)
while slowly decreasing your intake of HRT or the “pill” over a period of 8-12 weeks.
6. What if I am taking Bio-identical hormones?
Recent research, including that in International Journal of Cancer 2005, shows that
bio-identical hormones such as Estriol, Estradiol and progesterone are not only
bio chemically identical to your own hormones but may in fact, be safer than the
variety of estrogens and synthetic progestin that are contained in HRT products.
This is very interesting and potentially encouraging research for women around the
world.
However like HRT, bio identical hormones introduce only 1or 2 bio-chemically identical
hormones into your body. Femmenessence takes this one step further by positively
affecting all the hormones in your body and even more importantly, by affecting
your body’s own biologically identical hormone production to create the optimal
hormonal balance for your individual wellbeing.
7. What if I have had a hysterectomy with bilateral oophorectomy?
Your body produces estrogens and/or progesterone in differing amounts through fat
cells, the adrenal glands, the brain and liver. As the overectomised subjects in
our pharmacology demonstrated, even without ovaries, we saw significant increases
in hormone production. Women who have had this procedure are seeing similar results
with increases in estrogens and progesterone. The response to Femmenessence is positive
and essentially the same as that seen in post-menopausal women, with increase in
oestrogen, progesterone and decrease in FSH. Additional positive effects on thyroid,
adrenals and GIT absorption could be expected.
8. What if I’m on thyroid medication?
Because of Femmenessence adaptogenic effects (including effect on thyroid), clients
taking Thyoxine/Oroxine or herbal preparations for under active thyroid or (e.g.
Hashimoto) need to be carefully monitored to avoid possibility of thyroxin overdose.
The clinical studies on Femmenessence were conducted on women whose thyroid and
other endocrine functions were within normal laboratory values. If you are taking
thyroid hormone or other medication, you should consult your health practitioner.
Monitoring of hormone levels may indicate reduction of thyroid or other medication
in accordance with your personal sensitivity to recommended dosage of Femmenessence.
9. What about after Breast Cancer?
Since HRT is not advised for women at high risk of breast cancer or with a disease
aggravated by estrogens, including breast cancer, active liver and certain cardiovascular
diseases, Femmenessence a natural adaptogenic non-hormonal plant preparation -
is a serious alternative.
10. What if I'm taking Tamoxifen?
Tamoxifen is used as adjuvant or additional therapy to primary treatment for early
stages breast cancer, and it is also recommended for women at high risk of developing
breast cancer reducing the chance of developing the disease (in women and men).
We may assume that Femmenessence – which increases estrogen in the body of both
pre- and postmenopausal women, could counteract Tamoxifen treatment.
In view of the above Femmenessence should not be introduced to pre- and/or post-menopausal
women on Tamoxifen treatment.
11. Will Femmenessence help with early menopause?
We have not conducted the clinical trials to show that Femmenessence can bring FSH
levels down to induce ovulation however what we know of the mode of action indicates
that this could be possible.
Your physician should monitor all hormone levels closely while you're taking Femmenessence,
and depending on what occurs, the dose of your hormone therapy could be adjusted
downwards.
To have the best chance of success, all additional health-promotion measures (diet/lifestyle/environment/attitude)
should be followed.
12. Will Femmenessence affect the pill as contraception?
By Jan Roberts: Unfortunately while we recognize that ‘the pill’ is a fact of life
for many women, we cannot endorse its continuing use. If you are indeed trying to
optimize your health, and wish to use natural products to do so, your choice of
contraception methods should reflect that desire.
Unnatural methods of contraception rely on drugs and devices, which manipulate and
suppress reproductive function and which can have devastating effects on your health.
They endanger, rather than enhance, subsequent fertility, and contribute to the
ill health and confusion of most women of child bearing age and their partners.
So profound are the alterations in nutritional status alone, that some women take
years to restore zinc status after pill use. When zinc is considered to be the most
essential trace element, we firmly believe that natural methods of contraception
must be embraced if you want to enjoy optimal wellbeing and certainly if you want
maximum benefits from Femmenessence (or any other natural product).
Natural methods of contraception aim to understand and tune into natural cycles,
and make use of the body's own signs of fertility. They celebrate cyclical activity
in the woman, and fertility in both partners, and also give a choice each month
as to whether you choose to conceive or not.
For more on natural methods of contraception – read Natural Fertility (Francesca
Naish) and/or The Natural Way to Better Babies.
By James Frame: However in saying that this is every woman’s own personal choice
and according to Dr Meissner, Femmenessence will not affect the functionality of
the pill as a contraception.
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