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Welcome to Our
WebinarOctober 11, 2011
Endocrine Health…Every Woman’s Challenge
How the thyroid, adrenals and other glands support the female hormones.
This webinar will be recorded and can be viewed on
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A phone recording of this webinar is also available by calling
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Rachel Rauch
• Doctor of Naturopathy• Master Herbalist• Personal Health Consultant
• Over 18 years of experience in the Natural Health Field
The Endocrine System
• Adrenals• Thyroid• Pituitary• Hypothalamus• Pancreas• Ovaries (female)• Testes (male)
Adrenals• Two small glands that sit on top of the kidneys and secrete hormones such as cortisol, DHEA, estrogen, progesterone, testosterone and epinephrine.*
• Adrenals play a role in:– Energy– Stress Response (flight or fight)– Maintain fluid and mineral balance– Support the immune system– Balance blood sugar– Inflammation control– Hormone production
*The Women’s Hormone Guide by Kimberly Balas & Janet DeVoogd
Adrenal Exhaustion• Symptoms:
– Difficulty getting up in the morning– Fatigue not relieved by sleep– Salt cravings– Increased effort to do everyday tasks– Decreased libido– Decreased ability to handle stress– Mild depression– Increased PMS– Fuzzy thinking– Poor memory– Increased time to recover from illness, injury or trauma– Light‐headed when standing up quickly
Adrenal Fatigue by James L. Wilson
How the Female hormones are affected by Adrenal Fatigue
• Elevated Cortisol– Night sweats– Infertility– Uterine fibroids– Hot flashes– Depression– Foggy thinking– Irritability– Anxiousness
• Low Cortisol– Low hormone production
– Low libido– Heavy periods that almost stop on 4th day, only to start up on 5th or 6th day again*
– Increasing PMS & Menopause symptoms
– Fatigue*Adrenal Fatigue by James L. WilsonThe Women’s Hormone Guide by Kimberly Balas & Janet DeVoogd
Support for the Adrenals• Adrenal Support
– 2‐2x per day w/meals• Nervous Fatigue, TCM
– 1 w/breakfast, 1 before bed• Pregnenolone
– 1 ‐2x with meals• DHEA‐F
– 1 w/breakfast• Citrus Bioflavenoids
– 1 ‐3x w/ meals• Mineral‐Chi
– 2 T. w/ breakfast• Licorice Root Extract
– 5 drops between 10‐11 am/1‐2 pm
Pancreas• Controls blood sugar
balance• Produces insulin (to lower
glucose levels) & glucagon (to increase glucose levels)
• Secretes lipase, amylase, trypsin & chymotrypsin for carbohydrate and fat digestion.
• Insulin Resistance is a result of the cells no longer allowing insulin to bring sugar into the cells to keep the blood sugar balanced.
Insulin Resistance• Early warning signs:
– Acne– Ankle swelling– Burning feet– Decreased memory– Depression– Fatigue– Infertility– Irregular menstrual cycle– Water retention– Weight gain
• Symptoms:– Elevated triglycerides– Low levels of HDL– High blood pressure– High blood sugar– Abdominal obesity– Waist circumference of >35” for women and >40” for men
Insulin Resistance ‐ Education Week: November 20, 2008
How the Female Hormones are affected by the Pancreas and Insulin Resistance
• When the cells become resistant to insulin, they also become resistant to other hormones.
• There is a strong relationship between the pancreas and cortisol levels.– As cortisol increases, insulin levels increase and overall blood sugar goes down. Without proper intervention, this will eventually lead to diabetes.
• There is a strong correlation between insulin resistance and polycystic ovarian syndrome.– It is virtually impossible to effectively deal with PCOS without addressing the blood sugar levels.
Support for the Pancreas• Sugar‐Reg
– 2 ‐3x per day w/meals• GTF Chromium
– 1 w/lunch• Pro‐Pancreas
– 2 ‐3x per day w/meals• Super Omega‐3
– 2 ‐3x per day w/ meals• Target PS II
– 2 ‐2x per day w/meals• Nopal
– Quickly brings down blood sugar levels
Thyroid• Regulates metabolism and
body weight• Helps energy levels and
sleep cycles• Plays a role in fertility and
menstruation• Aids memory and
concentration• Helps regulate cholesterol• Aids health of skin and hair• Helps strengthen the bones
*When Your Thyroid Needs “Kelp” Herbal Hour by Steven Horne
Thyroid Symptoms• Underactive Thyroid
– Menstrual bleeding changes
– Hot flashes & night sweats– Infertility– Hair loss– Depression– Cold hands & feet– Elevated cholesterol– Irritability– Fatigue– Weight gain
• Overactive Thyroid– Menstrual disturbances– Nervousness– Heart palpitations– Weight loss– Weakness– Hyperactivity– Heat intolerance – Goiter– Fatigue
Overcoming Thyroid Disorders by David Brownstein, M.DThe Women’s Hormone Guide by Kimberly Balas & Janet DeVoogd.
Measuring the Basal Body Temperature
1. The night before, shake down the thermometer (an oral glass thermometer only), and set it on the night stand next to the bed.
2. Immediately upon waking, without raising your head from the pillow, place the thermometer under the arm.
3. Leave thermometer under arm for 10 minutes. 4. Move as little as possible in this process; you must remain flat on your back
during this entire time otherwise the thyroid gland will be activated and a false reading will be taken.
5. After ten minutes, remove thermometer and record temperature. 6. The test is invalidated if you expend any energy just before recording the
temperature, i.e. getting up for any reason, shaking down thermometer, etc. 7. For Results: Add all 5 temperatures and divide total by 58. An average temperature between 97.8 and 98.2 is considered normal.
Brilliant Body Glandular System by Julie DeVisser
How the Female Hormones are affected by the Thyroid
• “There is a close relationship between the thyroid gland and other glands of the body, particularly the adrenal glands, the sex glands (ovaries & testes), and the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland.”*
• Elevated estrogen levels can decrease thyroid hormones.
• If there is not enough thyroid hormones, the body cannot make progesterone in the ovaries.
*Overcoming Thyroid Disorders by David Brownstein, M.D.
Support for the Thyroid• Thyroid Activator
– 2 ‐3x per day w/meals• Kelp
– 2 ‐3x per day w/meals• Dulse
– ¼ tsp. 2x per day w/meals• Target TS II
– 2 ‐3x per day w/meals• Thyroid Support
– 2 ‐2x per day w/meals• Black Walnut, ATC
– 1 ‐2x per day w/meals• HSN‐W
– 2 ‐3x per day w/meals
Estrogen• Low Estrogen
– High cholesterol– Brain fog– Vaginal dryness– Hot flashes– Vaginal pain– Night sweats– Insomnia– Low libido– Insulin resistance– weepiness
• Estrogen Dominance– PMS– Irritability & mood swings– Endometriosis– Low libido– Uterine fibroids– Increased risk of breast cancer– Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome– Headaches– Low thyroid function – Sore or swollen breasts– Fatigue– Water retention
The Women’s Hormone Guide by Kimberly Balas & Janet DeVoogd
Progesterone• Low Progesterone
– Painful/swollen breasts– Infertility– PMS– Weepiness– Weight issues– Early miscarriage– Insomnia– Heavy periods– Headaches during menstruation
– Mood swings
• High Progesterone– Insulin resistance– High cortisol– Fat storage– Carbohydrate cravings– Bloating – Constipation– Leg aches– Sore hips– Increased appetite
The Women’s Hormone Guide by Kimberly Balas & Janet DeVoogd
Testosterone• High Testosterone
– Acne– Excessive facial hair– Polycystic Ovarian
Syndrome– Blood sugar swings– Ovulation pain– Infertility– Ovarian cysts– Low HDL– Irregular periods– Apple shaped body– Anxiety
• Low Testosterone– Sagging skin– Dry or thin skin– Low libido– Depression– Fatigue– Anxiety– Muscle wasting– Hair loss– Hyper‐emotional state of
mind
The Women’s Hormone Guide by Kimberly Balas & Janet DeVoogd
Cholesterol’s Role in the Endocrine System
• Cholesterol is necessary to make your sex hormones and adrenal hormones
• Cholesterol is the source of transportation for the hormones to their correct receptor sites on the cells.
• Cholesterol is the messenger telling you that something is wrong in the body.– Low cholesterol = inability to
transport hormone in the body– High cholesterol = not enough
hormones in the cells
The Cholesterol Hoax by Sherry Rogers, M.D.
What does Cholesterol Mean?• High cholesterol
– Often increased during menopause to compensate for the decreasing levels of hormones in the body.
– Don’t artificially lower cholesterol without finding the cause for the elevation or you will aggravate the problem!
– Consume fiber (PsylliumHulls) and essential fatty acids (Super Omega‐3)
• Low Cholesterol– A much bigger concern
than high cholesterol.– Insufficient blood fat =
increased exposure to toxins
– Inability to sufficiently transport hormones to their receptor sites
– Increases risk of depression
– Need lots of Super Omega‐3 EPA! (6‐9 caps per day)
Nutrients to Nourish the Endocrine System
• Master Gland– Multiple vitamin for the
hormones• Essential Fatty Acids (rotate)
– Super Omega‐3, Flax Oil, Black Currant Oil, Borage Oil, Krill Oil, Super GLA
• Calcium Supplement (rotate)– Calcium with Vitamin D,
Skeletal Strength, Herbal CA, Calcium‐Magnesium
• Fiber (Psyllium Hulls or Everybody’s Fiber)– Fiber helps absorb excess
hormones and toxins from the body
– Supports balanced blood sugar
Hormones during Menopause• Estrone
– Main estrogen produced after menopause
– Produced by the ovaries, liver, adrenal glands and fat cells
• Estradiol– Strongest estrogen– Main estrogen produced before
menopause and almost non‐existent aftermenopause
– Stimulates breast tissue and uterine lining
– High levels increase risk of uterine and breast cancer
• Estriol– Does not stimulate
breast/uterine lining– Protects vaginal lining– Protects against breast cancer– Most mild form of estrogen– Low estrogen symptoms most
likely come from low estriol• Progesterone
– Made by the ovaries before menopause and by the adrenals after menopause
– Helps fat storage and the use of fat for energy
– Excessive cortisol can block progesterone receptors
– Supports thyroid function– Balances blood sugar levels
Marvelous Menopause Herbal Hour by Steven Horne
Menopause• Symptoms
– Hot flashes– Night sweats– Changes or cessation of menstrual periods
– Low libido– Vaginal dryness– Insomnia– Weight gain– Mood swings– Fatigue– Mental confusion
• Supplements– FCS II
• Estrogen support going into menopause
– Flash‐Ease• Estrogen support during menopause
– C‐X• Estrogen support during or after menopause
– NF‐X or Pro‐G Yam• Support progesterone levels
Marvelous Menopause Herbal Hour by Steven Horne
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome• Symptoms
– Irregular or absent menstrual periods
– Infertility– Excess body hair– Waist circumference >35”
– Elevated cholesterol– Insulin resistance– Hypothyroidism– Elevated estrogens– Elevated testosterone
• Supplements– Wild Yam/Chaste Tree during days 1‐14 of menstrual cycle
– False Unicorn during days 15‐28 of menstrual cycle
– SugarReg to lower insulin levels
– GTF Chromium to maintain balanced blood sugar levels
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: What Every Woman Should Know by Judith Cobb
PMS Type A• Symptoms
– Irritability– Anger– Mood swings
• Causes– High estrogen– Low progesterone
• Most common type of PMS
• Supplements– Indole‐3‐carbinol or Liver Balance to detoxify excess estrogens
– Menstrual‐Reg or Pro‐G‐Yam to support low progesterone levels
– Wild Yam/Chaste Tree or NF‐X to balance overall hormone levels
Pulling the Plug on PMS Herbal Hour by Steven Horne
PMS Type D• Symptoms
– Depression– Confusion– Sadness
• Causes– Low estrogen– High progesterone
• Less common form of PMS
• Supplements– FCS II to support low estrogen levels
– C‐X if adrenals need support as well
– Chinese Mood Elevator is beneficial for depression. It helps “lift” the mood.
– Clary Sage or Pink Grapefruit essential oils
Pulling the Plug on PMS Herbal Hour by Steven Horne
Thyroid Related PMS• Symptoms
– Early or late puberty– Severe cramps– Irregular periods– Scant or heavy flow– Bleeding between menstrual periods
– Infertility– Cold body temperature– Depression– Fatigue
• Supplements– Thyroid Support – Iodine nutrients
• Black Walnut• Dulse• Thyroid Activator• Target TS II• Kelp
Pulling the Plug on PMS Herbal Hour by Steven Horne
PMS Type C• Symptoms
– Major sugar cravings– High insulin or insulin resistance
– Low prostaglandin PGE
• Supplements– Super Algae
• 2 caps w/breakfast and lunch
– HY‐A– Licorice Root – Super GLA
• GLA is a prostaglandin that helps blood sugar control
Pulling the Plug on PMS Herbal Hour by Steven Horne
PMS Type H• Symptoms
– Weight gain of more than 3 pounds
– Breast swelling and tenderness
• Causes– Adrenal glands play a role in overproducing aldosterone, which causes fluid retention.
• Supplements– Kidney Activator– Chinese Kidney Activator– Kidney Drainage– Lymphatic Drainage– Adrenal Support & Magnesium
Pulling the Plug on PMS Herbal Hour by Steven Horne
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