Your Nervous System
Refer to Mother Nurture, 169 -176, for information on these supplements and the nervous system. They are listed here for the purposes of supporting the general health of the body, and not as treatments for any specific medical condition. Please consult with a licensed health practitioner experienced with these products for the supplements and the dosages that are best for you. (If you'd like to see the dosage of a single capsule of a supplement, or the number of supplements in a bottle, select that supplement and you will see the information in the shopping cart.)
General Herbs
St. John's Wort
Douglas Labs St. John's Wort DLB76173
Kava Kava
McZand Herbals Kava Kava MCZ 03206
Chinese Herbs
In Chapter 4 of Mother Nurture, we discuss three types of women in terms of Chinese medicine. Since each type has a different quality of mood, Chinese formulas for each type are listed here. (Please refer to that chapter for more information about these herbs.)
For the mother with depleted yin, Zhi Bai Di Huang Wan
Far East Summit Rehmannia 8 Formula FESC6102.
For the mother with constrained Qi, Xiao Dan Zhi Xiao Yao San
Far East Summit Bupleurum and Peony FESC0802
For the mother with depleted Qi, Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang
Far East Summit Ginseng and Astragalus FESC2302.
Nutrients
(See the MSDVs for the Intensive Daily Doses of the nutrients below.)
Vitamin B6
Advanced Medical Nutrition Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate AMN-PYP
(Take first thing in the morning on an empty stomach before consuming any minerals in foods or supplements, for best absorption of both the B6 and the minerals.)
Vitamin B12
Signet Laboratories B-12 Sublingual Lozenge SIG41110
Folic Acid
Signet Laboratories Folic Acid SIG20610
Iron
Physiologics Iron Plex PLS92685
(The majority of menstruating women, and mothers with newborns, are low in iron and can benefit from specific supplementation. But on the other hand, high levels of iron are unhealthy. Therefore, we suggest that you get a blood test to see if your iron is actually low before you start to take specific iron supplements.
Take iron supplements at a time of day when you are not consuming calcium, including dairy products.)
Magnesium
In some forms, magnesium can soften the stool. If you are constipated, you can use magnesium to your advantage by taking Magnesium Citrate. If not, Magnesium Glycinate is probably a better choice. Either one is best taken before bed.
Douglas Labs Magnesium Citrate DLB 85495
or Douglas Labs Magnesium Glycinate DLB75751
Zinc
Allergy Research Zinc Citrate ARG70290
Omega-3 Essential Fatty acids
Nordic Naturals Arctic Omega NNL03100
Amino Acids
5-Hydroxytryptophan
Allergy Research 5-Hydroxytryptophan ARG72810
SAMe
Allergy Research SAMe ARG73190
L-Phenylalanine
Metabolic Maintenance L-Phenylalanine MMP100000
L-Tyrosine
Allergy Research L-Tyrosine ARG70630
L-Methionine
Allergy Research L-Methionine ARG70630
Taurine
Allergy Research Taurine ARG 70620
Your Gastrointestinal System
Refer to Mother Nurture, 159-169, for information on these supplements and the gastrointestinal system. They are listed here for the purposes of supporting the general health of the body, and not as treatments for any specific medical condition. Please consult with a licensed health practitioner experienced with these products for the supplements and the dosages that are best for you.
Digestive Aids
Hydrochloric Acid
Douglas Labs Hydrochloride DLB80106
Animal Based Enzymes
Douglas Labs Ultrazyme DLB70221
Plant Based Enzymes
Douglas Labs Vegetarian Engymes DLB70481
General Support of the Gastrointestinal Tract
Nutrients
(See the MSDVs for the Intensive Daily Doses of the nutrients below.)
Vitamin A
CAUTION: high dosages of Vitamin A - over 5000 International Units (IU) or more per day - are dangerous for a developing embryo, particularly in the earliest stages of fetal development, often before a woman even realizes that she is pregnant. Therefore, unless you are certain that you are not pregnant or that you will not become pregnant over the next several months, you should not use this product or any other product with high dosages of Vitamin A.
American Biologies Micellized Vitamin A 5000IU per drop AMB20201
Vitamin C
Physiologics Vitamin C PLS 61861
Vitamin E
Douglas Labs Nutri-E Mixed Tocopherols DLB70591
Zinc
Allergy Research Zinc Citrate ARG70290
Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids
Nordic Naturals Arctic Omega NNL03100
Amino Acids
L-Glutamine
Allergy Research Group L-Glutamine ARG71970
Herbs and Herbal Formulas
Dyglycerized Licorice
RX Vitamins Licorice DGL Chewables RXV04005
Garlic
Wakunaga Kaolic Garlic Wak10041
Chinese formula Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang
Far East Summit Ginseng and Astragalus FESC2302.
Probiotics
Lactobacillis GG
Alllergy Research Lactobacillis GG ARG73390
Your Endocrine System
Refer to Mother Nurture, 176-189, for information on these supplements and the endocrine (ie., hormonal) system. They are listed here for the purposes of supporting the general health of the body, and not as treatments for any specific medical condition. Please consult with a licensed health practitioner experienced with these products for the supplements and the dosages that are best for you.
For Support of Premenstrual Syndrome
Herbs or Herbal Formulas
Vitex
McZand Vitex Berry 2 oz MCZ02044
or Vitex Berry 1 oz MCZ02055
Chinese formula Dan Zhi Xiao Yao San
Far East Summit Bupleurum and Peony FESC0802
Nutrients
(See the MSDVs for the Intensive Daily Doses of the nutrients below.)
Vitamin B6
Advanced Medical Nutrition Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate AMN-PYP
(Take first thing in the morning on an empty stomach before consuming any minerals in foods or supplements, for best absorption of both the B6 and the minerals.)
Vitamin E
Douglas Labs Nutri-E Mixed Tocopherols DLB70591 it E
Magnesium
In some forms, magnesium can soften the stool. If you are constipated, you can use magnesium to your advantage by taking Magnesium Citrate. If not, Magnesium Glycinate is probably a better choice. Either one is best taken before bed.
Douglas Labs Magnesium Citrate DLB 85495
or Douglas Labs Magnesium Glycinate DLB75751
Hormones
CAUTION: We recommend that you never use hormones - but especially if you are pregnant or breastfeeding - unless you are doing so under the supervisiou of a licensed health care practitioner who is experienced in their use.
Progesterone
Karuna Progesterone Cream KAR07104
For Support of Thyroid Hormone
Nutrients
(See the MSDVs for the Intensive Daily Doses of the nutrients below.)
Iodine
Signet Kelp SIG16255
Selenium
Advanced Medical Nutrition Opti-Sel AMN-SEL
Zinc
Allergy Research Zinc Citrate ARG70290
Amino Acids
L-Phenylalanine
Metabolic Maintenance L-Phenylalanine MMP100000
L-Tyrosine
Allergy Research L-Tyrosine ARG70630
For Support of Adrenal Hormones
Herbs
Siberian Ginseng
McZand Siberian Ginseng 2oz MCZ02022
or Siberian Ginseng 1oz MCZ02002
Licorice Root
McZand Herbal Licorice Root MCZ02031
Be careful with licorice if you have any tendency to high blood pressure.
Nutrients
(See the MSDVs for the Intensive Daily Doses of the nutrients below.)
Vitamin B5
Allergy Research Pantothenic Acid ARG70308
Vitamin C
Physiologics Vitamin C PLS 61861
Hormones
CAUTION: We recommend that you never use hormones - but especially if you are pregnant or breastfeeding - unless you are doing so under the supervisiou of a licensed health care practitioner who is experienced in their use.
Melatonin
Nature's Way Melatonin Sublingual Lozenge NWP49111
Your Immune System
Refer to Mother Nurture, 189-197, for information on these supplements and the hormonal (ie., endocrine) system. They are listed here for the purposes of supporting the general health of the body, and not as treatments for any specific medical condition. Please consult with a licensed health practitioner experienced with these products for the supplements and the dosages that are best for you.
Herbs and Herbal Formulas
Quercetin
Designs for Health Quercetin Ascorbate DHI-QAPD
(This is a powder for maximum absorption.)
Astragalus
McZand Astragalus Root Extract MCZ02004
Chinese formula Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang
Far East Summit Ginseng and Astragalus FESC2302.
Echinacea
McZand Echinacea Root MCZ02008
Nutrients
(See the MSDVs for the Intensive Daily Doses of the nutrients below.)
Vitamin A
CAUTION: high dosages of Vitamin A - over 5000 International Units (IU) or more per day - are dangerous for a developing embryo, particularly in the earliest stages of fetal development, often before a woman even realizes that she is pregnant. Therefore, unless you are certain that you are not pregnant or that you will not become pregnant over the next several months, you should not use this product or any other product with high dosages of Vitamin A.
American Biologies Micellized Vitamin A 5000IU per drop AMB20201
Vitamin B6
Advanced Medical Nutrition Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate AMN-PYP
(Take first thing in the morning on an empty stomach before consuming any minerals in foods or supplements, for best absorption of both the B6 and the minerals.)
Vitamin B12
Signet Laboratories B-12 Sublingual Lozenge SIG41110
Folic Acid
Signet Laboratories Folic Acid SIG20610
Vitamin C
Physiologics Vitamin C PLS 61861
Vitamin E
Douglas Labs Nutri-E Mixed Tocopherols DLB70591 it E
Iron
Physiologics Iron Plex PLS92685
(The majority of menstruating women, and mothers with newborns, are low in iron and can benefit from specific supplementation. But on the other hand, high levels of iron are unhealthy. Therefore, we suggest that you get a blood test to see if your iron is actually low before you start to take specific iron supplements.
Take iron supplements at a time of day when you are not consuming calcium, including dairy products.)
Selenium
Advanced Medical Nutrition Opti-Sel AMN-SEL
Zinc
Allergy Research Zinc Citrate ARG70290
Glandular Extracts
Thymus
Allergy Research Thymus ARG71610
Probiotics
Lactobacillis GG
Alllergy Research Lactobacillis GG ARG73390