Supporting Male & Female Health. Essential products for your dispensary

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1 Supporting Male & Female Health Essential products for your dispensary

2 Tribulus (Tribulus terrestris) Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum) Table of Contents Endocrine Health...4 Tribulus...4 Nurturing the Body and Mind MediHerb products are developed by experts and leaders in the field of herbalism. Using the latest scientific evidence, coupled with centuries of traditional knowledge, MediHerb brings you products that are expertly formulated and of the highest quality. This guide features the core MediHerb tablet and liquid formulations that support all aspects of male and female endocrine health to promote vitality and well-being at all stages of life.* Liver Support...5 LivCo...5 Stress & Energy Support...6 Rhodiola & Ginseng Complex...6 Withania Complex...6 Urinary System Function...7 ProstaCo...7 UriCo Phytosynergist...7 Preconception/Reproduction Support...8 FemCo...8 Fe-Max Iron Tonic Phytosynergist...8 Menstruation Support...9 Chaste Tree...9 Cramplex...10 Capsella Complex Phytosynergist...10 Menopause Support Wild Yam Complex...11 Contraindications & Cautions Rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea) White Peony (Paeonia lactiflora) 2 Supporting Male & Female Health 3

3 Endocrine Health The human endocrine system is a myriad of complex interdependent relationships between glands, hormones, cells and tissues. This amazing system is responsible for regulating countless reproductive and metabolic processes that influence energy levels, growth, development, tissue and organ function and even mood. Tribulus Servings per container: 40 Calcium 74 mg 6% Tribulus herb (aerial parts) 55:1 extract from Tribulus terrestris herb (aerial parts) 13.5 g Containing furostanol saponins as protodioscin mg sodium starch glycolate, hypromellose, silicon dioxide and magnesium stearate. Adults: 1-3 times daily, or as directed. M Tablets Figure 1: Testosterone Chart Why Use Tribulus? Unique formulation with high-quality Tribulus herb extract standardized to contain 300 mg a day of protodioscin, the important active constituent known for its endocrine activity Helps support normal reproductive function and hormone production in both men and women Supports physical endurance* Male Health MAINTAINS HEALTHY HORMONES STANDARDIZED TO PROTODIOSCIN PROMOTES VITALITY AND STAMINA* Liver Support The liver is our largest internal organ and understood to be responsible for up to 500 separate functions. Due to modern life, Phase 1 of the liver detoxification process is being induced continually, and many patients need help to support the important Phase 2 detoxification. MediHerb s LivCo combines the protective effect of silymarin complex extracted from Milk Thistle seeds with other detoxifying herbs to assist the liver with this important process, and support the organ in its amazing ability to heal itself.* LivCo Servings per container: 40, 120 Calcium 30 mg 2% Schisandra fruit 6:1 extract from Schisandra chinensis fruit 1.0 g Rosemary leaf 5:1 extract from Rosmarinus officinalis leaf 500 mg Milk Thistle seed 70:1 extract from Silybum marianum seed 2.38 g Containing flavanolignans calc. as silybin 24 mg 167 mg 34 mg Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, dibasic calcium phosphate dihydrate, hypromellose, maltodextrin, sodium starch glycolate, croscarmellose sodium, silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate and sorbitol. Why Use LivCo? Adults: 3-4 times daily, or as directed. M Tablets M Tablets LIVER CLEANSING STANDARDIZED TO FLAVANOLIGNANS PROVIDES ANTIOXIDANT ACTIVITY* Aids in the elimination of naturally occurring toxins and cleanses the liver Supports healthy liver function and liver tissue integrity Protects liver tissue by supporting normal cellular defenses by combining the silymarin complex extracted from Milk Thistle seeds* Male Testosterone Production with Age Testosterone Level Tribulus leaf extract containing protodioscin may gently stimulate the normal production of luteinizing hormone (LH) from the pituitary. This may lead the body to maintain testosterone at healthy levels which as a result may help with normal male sexual function. 1 Figure 2: Phase I and II Liver Detoxification Toxins (fat-soluble) Metabolic End Products Microorganisms Contaminants / Pollutants Insecticides Pesticides Food Additives Drugs Alcohol Waste Products (water-soluble) Phase 1 Phase 2 Eliminated from the body via Gall Bladder Kidneys 1 Zarkova S. Tribestan: Experimental and Clinical Investigations. Chemical Pharmaceutical Research Institute, Sofia, Bulgaria Bile Stool Urine 4 Supporting Male & Female Health 5

4 Stress & Energy Support Urinary System Function As health care professionals, we have many herbs to help patients cope with the effects of everyday stress. Below is a summary of the key herbal products that help improve tone, vigor and function of the whole body.* Reduced endocrine performance and function is common for men as they age and can be a challenging period in their lives, both physiologically and emotionally. It s important to support healthy bladder tissue and function and prostate health in mature male patients. Rhodiola & Ginseng Complex FOR OCCASIONAL FATIGUE ProstaCo S PROSTATE HEALTH Servings per container: 60 Rhodiola root 20:1 extract from Rhodiola rosea root 3.0 g Containing rosavins 4.5 mg and salidroside 1.5 mg Korean Ginseng root 5:1 extract from Panax ginseng root 500 mg Containing ginsenosides* 8.4 mg 150 mg sodium starch glycolate, glucose, hypromellose and magnesium stearate. *Rb2 to Rb1 is NLT 0.4 by HPLC Adults: 2-4 times daily, or as directed. M Tablets Why Use Rhodiola & Ginseng Complex? Promotes vitality and stamina Supports and maintains the body as it ages ADAPTOGENIC TONIC TO IMPROVE ENERGY S PHYSICAL ENDURANCE* Helps maintain proper energy and feelings of general well-being when experiencing temporary stress* 1 capsule Servings per container: 120 Calories 5 Nettle root 6:1 extract from Urtica dioica root 666 mg Saw Palmetto fruit 10:1 extract from Serenoa repens fruit 1.07 g Containing fatty acids 96 mg Crataeva stem bark 10:1 extract from Crataeva nurvala stem bark 900 mg 111 mg 107 mg 90 mg Pumpkin seed oil 80 mg Other Ingredients: Olive oil, gelatin, glycerol, maltodextrin, beeswax, purified water, lecithin (soy), silicon dioxide and natural colors. Adults: 1 capsule 3 times daily, or as directed. M Capsules Why Use ProstaCo? Supports quality of life in mature men Supports healthy bladder function HIGH-QUALITY LIPOSTEROLIC (FAT-SOLUBLE) EXTRACT* UNIQUE HERBAL COMBINATION Two statistical analyses conducted in 2004 of controlled clinical trials found that liposterolic extract of Saw Palmetto supported prostate health in older men. 2,3 Results from these clinical studies suggest it may help by: supporting processes that encourage normal, healthy prostate cells4,5 supporting healthy functioning of the glandular tissue and stroma5 Supports healthy urinary tract and prostate gland function* encouraging healthy levels of hormones in prostate tissue5 Withania Complex Servings per container: 40, 120 Calcium 58 mg 4% Skullcap herb 4:1 extract from Scutellaria lateriflora herb 470 mg Licorice root 7:1 extract from Glycyrrhiza glabra root 750 mg Withania (Ashwagandha) root 10:1 extract from Withania somnifera root 950 mg Korean Ginseng root 5:1 extract from Panax ginseng root Containing ginsenosides* 1.68 mg mg mg 95 mg 20 mg sodium starch glycolate, maltodextrin, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide and glucose. *Rb2 to Rb1 is NLT 0.4 by HPLC Adults: 3 times daily, or as directed. M Tablets M Tablets Why Use Withania Complex? FOR THE STRESSED, TIRED PATIENT ADRENAL AND NERVOUS SYSTEM TONIC ACTION* Provides general body tonic action which works to improve the tone, vigor and function of the whole body The adaptogenic and harmonizing tonic action of Ashwagandha, Korean Ginseng and Licorice helps the body adapt when experiencing temporary stress Promotes vitality and stamina in adults of any age* UriCo Phytosynergist 5 ml (1 tsp) Servings per container: 40 Calories 10 Couch Grass rhizome 1:1 extract from Elymus repens rhizome 1.5 g Echinacea root 1:2 extract from Echinacea angustifolia root 625 mg Licorice root extract from Glycyrrhiza glabra root 2.1 g Buchu leaf 1:2 extract from Agathosma betulina leaf 500 mg 1.50 ml 1.25 ml 1.25 ml 1.00 ml Other Ingredients: Purified water, 40% alcohol and maltodextrin. Adults: Dilute 5 ml (approx.1 teaspoon) in water or juice 3 times daily, or as directed. M ml Why Use UriCo Phytosynergist? HEALTHY URINARY AND PROSTATE ENHANCES THE IMMUNE SYSTEM* UNIQUE HERBAL COMBINATION Supports healthy mucous membranes within the urinary tract Supports healthy urinary tract function and maintains healthy urinary tract tissue Supports healthy prostate tissue* 2 British Herbal Medicine Association. British Herbal Compendium, Vol 2. BHMA, Bournemouth, Fong YK, Milani S, Djavan B. Curr Opin Urol 2005; 15 (1): Vela-Navarrete R, Escribano-Burgos M, Farre AL et al. J Urol 2005; 173 (2): Buck AC. J Urol 2004; 172 (5 Pt 1): Supporting Male & Female Health 7

5 Preconception/Reproduction Support Menstruation Support With all of the challenges of modern-day living, many women are now starting families later in life. As women age, the female endocrine system undergoes many changes. Endocrine system balance is important to maintaining a healthy reproductive system. Maintaining a healthy endocrine system is also essential for healthy menstruation, nervous system function and general well-being.* Puberty and early adulthood are times when hormones begin to make major changes to the female body which can be challenging both physically and emotionally. It s important to support normal hormonal balance and encourage healthy menstrual cycling in young female patients. Chaste Tree FemCo FEMALE VITALITY 6% mg White Peony root 4:1 extract from Paeonia lactiflora root 750 mg mg Shatavari root 6:1 extract from Asparagus racemosus root 600 mg NORMAL REPRODUCTIVE FUNCTION M Tablets Why Use FemCo? Fe-Max Iron Tonic Phytosynergist FORTIFIED HERBAL IRON TONIC Servings per container: Calories Total Carbohydrates Vitamin C (as Ascorbic acid) Iron (from iron amino acid chelate) Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine hydrochloride) Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin) 5 ml (1 tsp) 40 ENHANCES IRON ABSORPTION 10 Less than 1 g 5 mg 5 mg 2.5 mg 2.5 mg 1.5 mcg < 1%* 6% 30% 190% 150% 60% Why Use Fe-Max Iron Tonic Phytosynergist? MAINTAINS HEALTHY BLOOD* Codonopsis root 1:2 extract from Codonopsis pilosula root 500 mg 1.0 ml Nettle leaf 1:2 extract from Urtica dioica leaf 500 mg 1.0 ml Licorice root 4:1 extract from Glycyrrhiza glabra root 500 mg 125 mg Ashwagandha root 12:1 extract from Withania somnifera root 1.2 g Ginger rhizome 1:2 extract from Zingiber officinale rhizome 50 mg 100 mcl Stevia leaf 1:2 extract from Stevia rebaudiana leaf 50 mg 100 mcl Adults: Dilute 5 ml (approx. 1 teaspoon) in water or juice 2-3 times daily, or as directed. *Percent Daily Values (DV) based on a 2,000 calorie diet NATURAL HORMONE BALANCE* Why Use Chaste Tree? Adults: 1-4 times daily, or as directed. Supports normal reproductive function in women Supports women s general well-being and vitality Encourages healthy menstrual cycling* Adults: 3-4 times daily, or as directed mg PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME 6% silicon dioxide, sodium starch glycolate, hypromellose and magnesium stearate. TONIC ACTION* Chaste Tree fruit 6:1 extract from Vitex agnus-castus fruit 500 mg sodium starch glycolate, hypromellose, magnesium stearate and silicon dioxide. 87 mg Promotes and supports normal blood production Stimulates healthy circulation Supports good nutrition and promotes vitality and overall feelings of well-being* M ml M Tablets M1195 Supports healthy prolactin and progesterone levels in the body Eases discomfort associated with premenstrual syndrome and 120 Tablets temporary feelings of tension associated with the menstrual cycle Supports normal reproductive function in women* Figure 3: Menstrual Cycle Ovarian Cycle Schisandra fruit 6:1 extract from Schisandra chinensis fruit 1.0 g Calcium Growing follicle Body temp. 74 mg 40, 120 Ovulation Corpus luteum Chaste Tree helps keep the body s hormones balanced by interacting with a certain dopamine receptor (the D2 receptor). Constituents in Chaste Tree called diterpenes combine with D2 receptors leading to balanced prolactin release.6 A normal prolactin release has a series of effects, some of which include maintaining the healthy functioning of the ovaries and promoting healthy progesterone levels. One result of this is a normal menstrual cycle. Corpus albicans 37ºC 36ºC Luteinizing hormone (LH) Anterior pituitary hormones Calcium Servings per container: Ovarian hormones 40 Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) Progesterone Estradiol Uterine cycle Servings per container: HEALTHY MENSTRUAL CYCLING Menses Menses Follicular phase 0 days Luteal phase 14 days Ovulation 28 days Wuttke W, Jarry H, Christoffel V et al. Phytomedicine 2003; 10: Other Ingredients: Purified water, glycerol, alcohol, fruit and root juice concentrates (grape, beet, apple, pear and lemon), natural flavor, maltodextrin, potassium sorbate, thiamin, silicon dioxide, citric acid and sodium citrate. 8 Supporting Male & Female Health 9

6 Menstruation Support Menopause Support Cramplex 2 tablets Servings per container: 20 Calories Calcium Corydalis yanhusuo tuber 10:1 extract from Corydalis yanhusuo tuber 1.2 g Raspberry leaf 4:1 extract from Rubus idaeus leaf 800 mg Wild Yam root & rhizome 4:1 extract from Dioscorea villosa root & rhizome 800 mg Cramp Bark stem bark 5:1 extract from Viburnum opulus stem bark 800 mg Ginger rhizome 6:1 extract from Zingiber officinale rhizome 800 mg 6 80 mg 6% 120 mg 200 mg 200 mg 160 mg mg Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, dibasic calcium phosphate dihydrate, sodium starach glycolate, silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate and hypromellose. Adults: 2 tablets 3-4 times daily, or as directed. M Tablets Why Use Cramplex? SMOOTH MUSCLE NORMAL MENSTRUATION * ANTISPASMODIC ACTIVITY Provides antispasmodic activity to ease occasional spasms of smooth muscle including those associated with the menstrual cycle Provides relief from mild discomfort associated with menstruation Supports female reproductive system health* Menopause is a natural change in every woman s life. This transition may result in uncomfortable hot flashes, mood swings, difficulty sleeping and general irritability. Supporting female endocrine and nervous system function becomes very important when addressing the needs of a menopausal patient. Wild Yam Complex Servings per container: 40, 120 Wild Yam root & rhizome 4:1 extract from Dioscorea villosa root & rhizome 400 mg Shatavari root 4:1 extract from Asparagus racemosus root 400 mg St John s Wort herb flowering top 6:1 extract from Hypericum perforatum herb flowering top 600 mg Containing hypericins 300 mcg Sage aerial parts 5:1 extract from Salvia officinalis aerial parts 290 mg Black Cohosh root 5:1 extract from Actaea racemosa root Korean Ginseng root 5:1 extract from Panax ginseng root 75 mg Containing ginsenosides* 1.3 mg 58 mg 20 mg 15 mg Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, sodium starch glycolate, dibasic calcium phosphate dihydrate, silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate, hypromellose, maltodextrin and glucose. *Rb2 to Rb1 is NLT 0.4 by HPLC Adults: 3-4 times daily, or as directed. M Tablets M Tablets Why Use Wild Yam Complex? Provides relief from mild discomfort associated with menopause Calms the nerves and restores balance in temporary mild mood swings Maintains feelings of general well-being* MENOPAUSE RELIEF FOR MATURE FEMALE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM* RESTORES BALANCE Capsella Complex Phytosynergist 5 ml (1 tsp) Servings per container: 40 Calories 10 Dong Quai root 1:2 extract from Angelica polymorpha (A. sinensis) root 750 mg False Unicorn root 1:2 extract from Chamaelirium luteum root 625 mg Shepherd s Purse herb 1:2 extract from Capsella bursa-pastoris herb 625 mg White Peony root 1:2 extract from Paeonia lactiflora root 500 mg 1.50 ml 1.25 ml 1.25 ml 1.00 ml Other Ingredients: Purified water and 40% alcohol. Why Use Capsella Complex Phytosynergist? Adults: Dilute 5 ml (approx. 1 teaspoon) in water or juice 3 times daily, or as directed. M ml Promotes healthy female reproductive system function Maintains normal menstrual flow and relieves menstrual discomfort FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM PROMOTES VITALITY IN WOMEN* Supports healthy blood production and circulation* NORMAL MENSTRUATION Figure 4: Phases of Menopause Estrogen Levels Age Perimenopause Last regular period Menstrual Periods Permanently Stop Menopause Average age 51 Last period Symptoms: Less Strong Postmenopause Levels of estrogen during menopause become erratic but later begin a steady and permanent decline. 10 Supporting Male & Female Health 11

7 Contraindications & Cautions Notes MediHerb Product Capsella Complex Phytosynergist Chaste Tree Cramplex Fe-Max Iron Tonic Phytosynergist FemCo LivCo ProstaCo Rhodiola & Ginseng Complex Tribulus UriCo Phytosynergist Wild Yam Complex Withania Complex Contraindications & Cautions Contraindicated in pregnancy. Contraindicated during lactation unless otherwise directed by a qualified health care professional. care professional. care professional. Contraindicated in hemochromatosis and high blood pressure, edema (water retention), congestive heart failure, low blood potassium, pregnancy and lactation, if you have a medical condition or are taking any medication. If you have a thyroid condition, use strictly under physician direction. care professional. Contraindicated in pregnancy. Contraindicated during lactation unless otherwise directed by a qualified health care professional. In anemia and cases where iron supplementation is required, do not take simultaneously with meals or iron supplements. care professional. The National Institute of Aging recommends that men get regular medical checkups with a thorough prostate exam. care professional. Discontinue during an acute infection or fever. care professional. Contraindicated in known allergy to plants of the daisy family. Contraindicated in high blood pressure, edema (water retention), congestive heart failure, low blood potassium, pregnancy and lactation. Not to be taken long-term. Contraindicated in pregnancy. Contraindicated during lactation unless otherwise directed by a qualified health care professional. Discontinue during an acute infection or fever. Caution in patients with liver problems, who frequently use alcoholic beverages or take any medications. Avoid excessive exposure to UV irradiation (e.g. sunlight, tanning) when using this product. Contraindicated in high blood pressure, edema (water retention), congestive heart failure, low blood potassium, pregnancy and lactation. Discontinue during an acute infection or fever. If you have a thyroid condition, use strictly under physician direction. 12 Supporting Male & Female Health 13

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