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BALANCING YOUR
   HORMONES
         In an Estrogen Dominant World
                                          by Dr. Patricia Beckstead




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“No Matter what your age or gender;
                    restoring your hormones to their optimum levels
                 has the same effect as giving water to a dying plant” ¹

Unfortunately, for years women have been told several erroneous and
dangerous things about hormone imbalance, PMS (Premenstrual
Syndrome), menopause, traditional hormone replacement therapy
(HRT), and alternative hormone replacement options. Some of the
false claims include but are not limited to:
           Like most women, your symptoms are in your head.
           A prescription of Prozac or Birth Control pills will help your
             PMS and/or menopause symptoms.
           A hysterectomy will cure your condition.
           Symptoms of PMS and menopause are caused by an
             estrogen deficiency.
           Synthetic HRT protects your bones and heart.
           Synthetic HRT is safe and effective.
           Natural Hormones have not had enough research to offer evidence of their
             safety or effectiveness.
           You need a doctor to diagnose and treat you regardless of your own
             available knowledge and first hand experience.
           Anyone other than a medical doctor is not trained and is not qualified to
             give advice or information about healthcare and/or treatment options.

      Thanks to the pioneering efforts of many dedicated physicians, women’s
      organizations, governmental agencies, and even movie stars 2 –




      the truth has finally been made available to the thousands of frustrated and
      confused women suffering from the often debilitating symptoms of PMS, all
      stages of menopause, and several other unhealthy conditions related to
      hormonal imbalance.

      The truth is that menopause is not a condition or disease that should be treated
      with drugs; rather it is a stage of life that all women will experience at some point
      in their midlife years. Further, PMS and menopause are the result of the same
      hormonal environment and PMS often precedes menopause when a woman’s
      hormones go unbalanced.




      www.FreedomFromMenopause.com                                                   Page 2
The news that synthetic HRT (pharmaceutical drugs) are NOT safe, and often make
symptoms worse, not to mention can cause life-threatening illnesses is well known. The
fact that pharmaceutical companies and doctors alike continue to manufacture and
prescribe these dangerous drugs is proof of greed and/or ignorance.


                     Women need to understand that not all HRT is the same and that
                     there are many safe alternatives. There is overwhelming evidence
                     that natural hormones and supplements are safe and effective.
                     With the knowledge available here, women can make informed
                     decisions and better choices regarding the treatment and
                     prevention of PMS and menopause symptoms which may also
                     result in subsequent improvements in health, wellness and
                     longevity.




             Let’s Take a Look at the Bad News First
Not all hormones are the same! Most doctors understand
very little about bio-identical hormones. And pharmaceutical
companies work very hard to keep women and doctors
grossly misinformed about the drugs they spend millions
promoting.

Conventional medicine has always been about treating
the symptoms of disease and never about prevention or
addressing the causes of disease. The proof of this
ineffective approach is seen everyday in the high cost of medical
care in the United States and the low cure rates of our most common diseases.
Furthermore, prescription medications are not only incredibly expensive but
usually cause other symptoms that are often worse than the original illness!

If you don’t believe me, here are the results of “The Women’s Health Initiative”
(WHI) study, sponsored by the government to evaluate the use of synthetic
hormones such as Premarin and Provera (both of which have been prescribed
for over 60 years without documented proof of their safety or efficacy). The study
was abandoned in 2002 due to their astonishing results!

Here are the actual clinical findings:
    22% increase in cardiovascular disease
    26 % increase in breast cancer
    29% increase in coronary heart disease
    41% increase in strokes
    200% increase in pulmonary embolism

                          P.S. The pharmaceutical industry has always known that synthetic
                             HRT may be associated with cancer (They just forgot to tell us).


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The Menopause Industry: How the Medical Establishment
Exploits Women,
                      In her book, Sandra Coney recounts this sordid tale:
                      “Warnings about the dangers of estrogen had been
                      made sporadically for nearly 30 years. In particular, it
                      was known that estrone, the form of estrogen in
                      Premarin, could be associated with the development of
                      endometrial cancer. As early as 1947,” she
                      discloses, Dr. Saul Gusbery of Columbia University
                      “called the ready use of estrogen promiscuous and
                      warned that what was going on was a human
                      experiment.” He had observed too many estrogen users
                      coming in for dilation and curettage (D&C) for abnormal
bleeding caused by endometrial overstimulation, as well as documented
precancerous and cancerous changes of the uterus.3




                                        Over time, it appeared the FDA
                                            was beginning to protect
                                           women’s healthcare rights
                                        when they finally responded to
                                           the numerous studies that
                                            pointed to the dangers of
                                        synthetic HRT. They ruled that
                                          all prescriptions must carry
                                                 warning labels.




But those with financial interests strongly opposed the FDA ruling. The
American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the American
College of Internal Medicine, and the American Cancer Society joined
in opposition claiming that “giving patient’s information violated the
physician’s right to control how much information to disclose to
patients and threatened medicine’s professional autonomy.” 4

       In addition, with the help of the American Pharmaceutical
         Manufacturers’ Association and the public relations firm for
         Ayerst Pharmaceutical, Hill and Knowlton (merged with
          Wyeth), a massive promotional campaign went out to “preserve
           the identity of estrogen replacement therapy as an effective,
                 safe treatment for symptoms of the menopause.” 5

                   Eventually the U.S. Women’s Health Network was
                  instrumental in the courts finding favor with the FDA and the
                  FDA won.

www.FreedomFromMenopause.com                                               Page 4
Here is the actual Wyeth warning for Premarin:

What is the most important information I should know about Premarin (an estrogen
mixture)?
                         Estrogens increase the chance of getting cancer of the uterus. Report any
                         unusual vaginal bleeding right away while you are taking Premarin. Vaginal
                         bleeding after menopause may be a warning sign of cancer of the uterus
                         (womb). Your healthcare provider should check any unusual
                         vaginal bleeding to find out the cause.
                         Do not use estrogens with or without progestins to prevent
                         heart disease, heart attacks, strokes, or dementia. Using
                         estrogens, with or without progestins, may increase your
                         chance of getting heart attacks, strokes, breast cancer,
                         and blood clots. Using estrogens, with or without
progestins, may increase your chance of getting dementia, based on a study of
women age 65 years or older. You & your healthcare provider should talk
                                                                 6
regularly about whether you still need treatment with Premarin.




                              By the way… did you know that Premarin is
                                         made from the urine of a pregnant mare?

                                                    And they call it “Natural” – When they
                                                   get through with the manufacturing
                                                  process, it’s not even natural for a horse!




    So Why do Doctors Still Prescribe These
             Dangerous Drugs?

Good question Sherlock. Let’s investigate…


                Wyeth, formerly known as American Home Products (AHP), is one of the largest
       pharmaceutical companies in the world. They are known for manufacturing the prescription
    drugs Premarin and Effexor, both boasting over $3 billion in sales annually. Premarin became
     the #1 prescribed drug in the US in 1993. Wyeth's sales topped $13 billion in 1995; two years
                       later, Premarin became the company's first brand to reach $1 billion in sales.




www.FreedomFromMenopause.com                                                                           Page 5
Following the “Women’s Health Initiative
                            Study” results, Wyeth experienced a
                            significant decline in its sales of Premarin, Prempro (conjugated
                            equine estrogens) and related hormones, from over $2 billion in 2002
                            to just over $1 billion in 2006.


   Wyeth, as a corporation, filed a 'citizens complaint' with the United States FDA on October 16,
2005, requesting that the US FDA take action against pharmacies who compound, manufacture,
or sell unlicensed bio-identical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) drugs to their patients.
Specifically, Wyeth asserted that the BRHT drugs are not licensed by the FDA according to
section 505 of the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, misbranded and adulterated per sections 501
and 502 of 21 U.S.C. (paragraphs 351, 352, and 355). Drug manufacturers are required to
demonstrate through clinical trials that marketed drugs are safe and efficacious, a process that
BHRT drugs have not undergone. If honored, the request would require the same safety and
efficacy data for those primarily engaged in alternative medicine.7




                                                           Give me a break!
                                                  When did they start caring about the
                                                  safety of American women? They only
                                                  care about their bank accounts! Don’t
                                                  let them fool you. They are just
                                                  protecting their bottom line and don’t
                                                  want anyone else to dip into their
                                                  profits. Jerks!




Pharmaceutical companies spend years cultivating
their cash cows.

They have mastered the
  marketing game.


www.FreedomFromMenopause.com                                                               Page 6
Tremendous investment goes into
developing and studying a
pharmaceutical product and then
teaching physicians how and when
to prescribe it.

They offer physicians and the
physician’s staff many rewards for
pushing their product onto an
unknowing public.

Most drug reps are paid by
percentage of business earned.
Some of them will offer doctors a
free lunch, trips, and anything the
human mind can imagine.

Much of what physician’s are taught
after university comes from drug
reps that have done extensive
research in order to justify a
product. It’s their job!

As no pharmaceutical company
manufactures natural hormones,
most doctors do not learn about
them unless they do their own
research. 8




Let’s examine a few
opinions…
“My contention is that there are all-
natural cures for virtually every
disease and ailment. These cures
are being suppressed and hidden
from you by the pharmaceutical
industry, the FDA, and the FTC, as
well as other groups.” –
Natural Cures “They” Don’t Want
You to Know About by Kevin
Trudeau

“The thing that bugs me is that
people think the FDA is protecting
them. It isn’t. What the FDA is doing
and what the people think its doing
                                    9
are as different as night and day.”
–Herbert Ley, M.D., Former FDA
                                        *The above is a paid advertisement in the New York Times. 10
Commissioner

            www.FreedomFromMenopause.com                                                     Page 7
Listen up!
                   Let’s Get a Few Things Straight…


There are many different types of hormones made by the human body with
circulating levels varying every second of every day.

No wonder we feel a little crazy sometimes...
Our hormones are produced and released into our bodies by glands
such as the ovaries and testes (in males), adrenal glands, the
pancreas and pituitary gland. They regulate and control all aspects of
who we are and how we feel.
If you recall, your hormones were sporadic during puberty, when
hormone surges and imbalances created a young adult your parents
had never met before. If you have children, depending on what stage of
menopause you are currently in, you may recall the crazy hormone ride
you took before and after giving birth.
Our hormones begin to decline in early mid-life and some hormones almost
disappear after menopause when the ovaries stop functioning completely. There
are many things that can influence the production, decline and the ongoing daily
balance of our hormones, particularly our lifestyle and environment.

                                                  PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome)
                                                  is considered by many to be a
                                                  normal part of womanhood, but
                                                  in reality, it is not normal at all.
                                                  PMS is nothing more than a
                                                  hormone imbalance
                                                  perpetuated by poor diet,
                                                  stress, environment,
                                                  medications, health status, and
                                                  other often controllable
                                                  variables.

Then as we approach “The Change” our hormones become sporadic again as
they did in our pubescent years. However, at progressively younger ages,
women in our society are experiencing the strange and uncomfortable symptoms
associated with peri-menopause (the ten years or so before menopause).
Women may begin to notice changes as early as their mid thirty’s and even
sooner in some cases.
Medical treatments, prescription drugs, surgery, chemotherapy, radiation,
genetics, lifestyle, diet and mental outlook are just a few of the factors that can
initiate a premature menopause. But generally speaking, menopause most often
occurs between the ages of 40 and 55 with the median age for non-smoking
women being 51. 11
www.FreedomFromMenopause.com                                                   Page 8
Just as all women are NOT created equal, nor are their symptoms. The stages
and symptoms of menopause vary with some predominantly common symptoms
such as hot flashes and mood swings. But some women never have a single
symptom and feel the same throughout their entire adult life. However, those
women are in the minority. And just as no two women are the same; neither
should be the treatment they receive.


                   Synthetic versus Natural Hormones

                      Deciding what’s natural when it comes to
                       hormone therapy can be difficult. Like
                     beauty, natural (hormone therapy) is in the
                                eye of the beholder.


You can look at natural a couple of ways:

      Natural can mean similar to what you already have in your body.
       In the laboratory, scientists can replicate the exact molecular structure of
       human hormones. The results are identical to human hormones but
       without the stray bits that exist in all animal hormones. So these hormones
       have the same structure as natural human hormones, but they’re made in
       a lab, so they’re synthetic.

      Natural can also mean coming from nature (you know, plants and
       animals.) Some hormones are derived from plants but need to be
       modified to produce a beneficial effect in our bodies. Other hormones
       come from animals. So, there are natural hormones that come from
       nature, but they’re not natural to humans.

So, “natural” isn’t really a good term for describing the hormones used for
hormone therapy. 12



   Natural                                                            Bio-identical
                    *According to Jonathan Wright, MD
     Vs                                                                    and
                 “when describing replacement hormones,
  Synthetic                                                             Natural
                  the word “natural” is used to refer to the
                     structure of the hormone molecule,
                                       not it’s source.”


Other than your own body, the source for true, natural sex hormones is either the
wild yam (Dioscorea composite) or soy. These are then biochemically converted
to molecules identical to human hormones.13
These bio-identical and natural substances cannot be patented by a
pharmaceutical company and therefore not widely known in the U.S. until
recently. Natural hormones have been used in Europe for decades. (Go Figure!)

www.FreedomFromMenopause.com                                                  Page 9
Are you confused yet?




Let’s try to make some sense of it …
                                     WARNING:
  “Wild yam cream” available in most health food stores is NOT natural
  progesterone. Wild yam DOES NOT contain progesterone and your
  body DOES NOT convert wild yam extract into progesterone.14

     Natural Progesterone is made from a plant source and is converted in a laboratory to an
      exact chemical copy of the progesterone produced in your body. A safe and effective
      progesterone product must contain U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP) progesterone.

     “Provera” and “Progestin” are synthetic chemical analogues similar to progesterone, but
      different enough to have some dramatic side effects. The progesterone molecule has
      been chemically altered in order to be patented and owned by the pharmaceutical
      company. Provera is foreign to the body and has actually been shown to inhibit the
      biosynthesis of progesterone. “According to Dr. David G. Williams, Progestin can cause
      abnormal menstrual flow or cessation, fluid retention, nausea, insomnia, jaundice,
      depression, fever, weight fluctuations, allergic reactions and the development of male
      characteristics. Natural progesterone, on the other hand, has few side effects:
      occasionally it may cause a feeling of euphoria for some women, it may alter the timing of
                             15
      their menstrual cycles”

     Natural progesterone does NOT produce the severe side effects that synthetic
      progestin’s do, including the increased risk of cancer, abnormal menstrual flow, fluid
      retention, nausea, depression, etc. Natural progesterone, in addition to enhancing fat
      breakdown and preventing blood clots, counteracts carbohydrate cravings that may
      promote obesity and cardiovascular risk. In addition, progesterone can relieve
      menopausal symptoms like hot flashes, reverse osteoporosis and enhance mood and
      libido. 16


www.FreedomFromMenopause.com                                                           Page 10
   Synthetic hormones do not occur naturally in the body. Synthetic patentable
      hormones like those found in Premarin, PremPro, Provera and methyltestosterone
      are artificial hormones that have been altered from the original hormone so they do
      not act or look like natural hormones. Some patentable estrogens are derived from
      the urine of pregnant horses. Thus, the commercially available Premarin not only
      contains estrone in unnaturally high doses, but also contains many other hormones
      found only in horses.17

     Phytoestrogens, the natural hormones found in plants, are not the same as the hormones
      found in the female body, although they may have somewhat similar beneficial effects.
      Soy and Flaxseed are particularly rich in these substances. Phytoestrogens can be
      divided into two main families: Isoflavones and lignans. Like other estrogens,
      phytoestrogens bind to estrogen receptors throughout our systems. When they bind, they
      exert a balancing, or “adaptogenic,” effect. This means that if your estrogen levels are
      low, the herbs will have an estrogenic effect, but if your estrogen levels are too high, they
      will block the stronger estrogens. That’s why the same herb-dong quai, for example- can
      be used both for conditions in which there is too much estrogen (such as PMS) and for
      those in which there is too little (hot flashes).18

                                                                      Phytoestrogens do not
                                                                       stimulate the growth of
                                                                       estrogen-sensitive tissue
                                                                       such as in the breast and
                                                                       uterus; in fact, they have
                                                                       been shown to inhibit breast
                                                                       tumors in some animal
                                                                       studies, probably because
                                                                       they occupy estrogen
                                                                       receptor sites and prevent
                                                                       overstimulation of the
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                                                                       cells.

     Black Cohosh has been used in this country for hundreds of years. It is also a popular
      Chinese herb. It binds to estrogen receptors, where it selectively represses the elevation
      of LH that occurs at menopause. Its estrogenic effect decreases hot flashes, night
      sweats, depression, vaginal dryness, emotional instability and menstrual cramps. It is
      also helpful for PMS symptoms. A standardized extract of black cohosh sold under the
      trade name Remifemin is one of the most widely used herbs in Europe, where it is a well-
      documented alternative to HRT.20

     Research shows that when women ate 60g of soy protein per day in the
      form of a powdered drink mix, they had a 45 percent reduction in
      hot flashes after twelve weeks.21

     Depending on the amount you’re eating, you may notice a
      decrease in hot flashes within a few days of adding soy to
      your diet. The average woman in Japan (where hot flashes
      are relatively rare) eats four to six servings of soy per day,
      or the equivalent of 100-200 mg soy isoflavones.22




www.FreedomFromMenopause.com                                                              Page 11
Let’s Take a Peek at What the
              Experts Have to Say…


                                 Natural progesterone protects against cancer, is a natural tranquilizer,
                                 promotes feelings of well-being, enhances the beneficial actions of
                                 estrogen and protects against estrogen side effects, relieves
                                 menopausal symptoms, and stimulates new bone formation as well as
                                 protects against osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease. Provera
                                 does none of that. Even if a woman does not have a uterus, all women
                                 should take progesterone because of the above benefits. -“Natural
                                 Hormone Replacement Therapy for Women and Men”, by Neal
                                 Rouzier, M.D. pages 29-30.

                                    A 1996 review of the evidence on progesterone and breast health
                                 concluded that Bio-identical progesterone not only reduced the rate of
                                 spread of breast cancer, but may even be responsible for reducing the
                                 incidence of new cases. -“The Wisdom of Menopause” by
                                 Christiane Northrup, M.D. pages 437-442


 “The diet of most American women is high in calories and deficient in nutritional value.
Seventy percent of the American diet consists of nutrient deficient processed food. To experience
optimal health, research has shown that you need to
add supplements to your diet at levels well above
the RDA to keep you feeling good, your immune
system strong, your energy high, and to reduce your
risk of disease. Correcting nutritional deficiencies is
essential to restoring health, maintaining a strong
foundation of wellness, and promoting longevity.

Additional health burdens are placed upon women
as the result of declining or imbalanced naturally
occurring hormone levels. While estrogen and
progesterone levels naturally decline with age,
women of all ages are exposed to tremendous
amounts of estrogen from the environment
                                                                           Dr. Patricia Beckstead, B.S., D.C.
(Xenoestrogens), increasing a woman’s estrogen to                              Freedom from Menopause
progesterone ratio and resulting in what is known as
Estrogen Dominance. This state of imbalance may
often lead to symptoms of PMS (Premenstrual
Syndrome), peri-menopause, and menopause.
Estrogen dominance has also been linked to
diseases such as breast cancer, heart disease and stroke.

In contrast to conventional medicine, approaching dietary deficiencies and hormonal imbalances
with natural, bio-identical hormones and superior quality dietary supplements is the key to
prevention of illness and restoring or maintaining wellness. This e-book and
FreedomFromMenopause.com was designed to put you in control of your health. It will assist
you in determining what nutrients and/or hormones your body may be lacking and offers you the
tools needed to safely and effectively restore and maintain health and wellness. Best of all, these
tools put you in control of your own health”.

No prescriptions needed! No doctor’s visits! And no drugs!
www.FreedomFromMenopause.com                                                                        Page 12
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suffer!



                             And you don’t
                  have to take unnecessary
                     health risks anymore!


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                               Don’t Worry.
                                We’ll make
                                     It easier…



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What Happens in Your Body During a
                                   Natural Transition?

                          Progesterone levels typically decline, while estrogen levels remain stable
                         or even increase during the years prior to menopause. This is the most
                         significant issue for the majority of women; many of the early symptoms
                that women feel are due to progesterone levels that are too low, in relation to their
  levels of estrogen. This state of a low progesterone-to-estrogen ratio is also referred to as
“Estrogen Dominance.” Some symptoms that women suffer when progesterone declines include:

•     Breast swelling and tenderness
•     Mood swings
•     “Fuzzy thinking”
•     Irritability
•     Trouble sleeping
•     Water retention
•     PMS
•     Weight gain

Testosterone levels may also start to decline well before the last menstrual cycle. While the
symptoms of low testosterone are often more subtle that those of low progesterone, for some
women they can be significant. Symptoms of low testosterone include:

                              •   Loss of sex drive
                              •   Decreased sexual response
                              •   Decreased sensitivity in your erogenous zones
                              •   Decreased sense of well-being, energy and ambition
                              •   Depression
                              •   Loss of or thinning pubic hair.



Estrogen is often the last hormone to decline, but is the hormone that is traditionally associated
with menopausal symptoms. As you approach menopause your ovaries slow their production of
estrogen. While your ovaries continue to make some estrogen for the rest of your life and your body
is still producing it from other sources, the overall effect is a dramatic drop in the level of estrogen
circulating in your body — about 30–60 percent for most women. Symptoms of estrogen decline
include:
•   Hot flashes
•   Night sweats
•   Vaginal dryness
•   Decreased energy and ambition
•   Depression or mood swings
•   Dizziness
•   Headaches
•   Mental confusion
•   Urinary incontinence
•   Recurrent urinary tract infections
•   Increased susceptibility to vaginal infections


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Freedom from Menopause®
                 SYMPTOM & SUPPLEMENT GUIDE
  Common Symptoms of                             Common Symptoms of                             Common Symptoms of
   Low Progesterone:                               Low Testosterone:                               Low Estrogen:
   Breast tenderness                             Loss of sex drive                             Hot flashes
   Mood swings                                   Low sexual response                           Vaginal dryness
   Fuzzy thinking                                Low sexual sensitivity                        Decreased energy
   Irritability                                  Low energy                                    Depression
   Insomnia                                      Low sense of well-being                       Mood swings
   Water retention                               Depression                                    Dizziness / Headaches
   Weight gain                                                                                  Mental confusion
                                                  Loss of pubic hair
   PMS                                                                                          Incontinence
   Depression                                                                                   Urinary tract infections
   Low libido

  Suggested Supplements for                   Suggested Supplements for                        Suggested Supplements for
Symptoms of Low Progesterone:               Symptoms of Low Testosterone:                     Symptoms of Low Estrogen:
   Foundation of Health Kit                    Foundation of Health Kit                        Foundation of Health Kit
   Progesterone Cream                          Progesterone Cream                              Progesterone Cream
   Evening Primrose Oil                        Libido & Orgasm                                 DHEA
   5-HTP                                                                                        Phytoestrogens
                                                   Enhancer
                                                DHEA
   L-Tyrosine                                                                                   Black Cohosh

  * Health and wellness can only be built upon a solid foundation. It is strongly recommended that you begin
  your healthcare plan with the Foundation of Health category of products on our website.

  *Due to daily overexposure to environmental estrogens (Xenoestrogens) it is recommended that women of all
  ages supplement with Balanace Progesterone Cream according to the label directions.

  * Progesterone is a precursor to testosterone and therefore used by the body to make testosterone. Women
  who supplement with Progesterone Cream alone may often see a reduction in their symnptoms of low
  testostereone.

          PMS symptoms may be related to low progesterone.
          Menopausal symptoms may be related to low progesterone, testosterone and estrogen; therefore it is
           important to catagorize your symptoms and supplement according to your sympotms.

  This guide is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice, nor is it to be
  used as a substitute for advice from your physician. This information is provided as a guide and does not claim to cure any
  disease or condition. All references herein to supplements and or supplement practices are subject to change and provided
  to the best of the ability of the author. All referenced products or protocols herein are over-the-counter, do not require a
  physician’s prescription and usage is based on manufacturer’s labels. However, caution should be used when undertaking
  any health care regimen. WARNING: Before taking any of the products listed here please consult with your healthcare
  professional if you are pregnant, nursing or if you have any medical condition or are taking any medicines. Dietary
  supplements can affect the way medicines work. If you are given a prescription for medicine, always tell your healthcare
  professional what dietary supplements you are taking.


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Disclaimer:
This e-book guide is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical
advice, nor is it to be used as a substitute for advice from your healthcare provider. This information is provided
as a guide and does not claim to cure any disease or condition. These statements have not been evaluated by the
Food and Drug Administration. All references herein to supplements and or supplement practices are subject to
change and provided to the best of the ability of the author. All referenced products or protocols herein are over-
the-counter, do not require a physician’s prescription and usage is based on manufacturer’s labels. However,
caution should be used when undertaking any health care regimen. WARNING: Before taking any of the products
listed herein, please consult with your healthcare professional if you are pregnant, nursing or if you have any
medical condition or are taking any medicines. Dietary supplements can affect the way medicines work. If you
are given a prescription for medicine, always tell your healthcare professional what dietary supplements you are
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  • 1. Complimentary e-book BALANCING YOUR HORMONES In an Estrogen Dominant World by Dr. Patricia Beckstead Awaken Your Natural Healing Power You Can Control PMS, Menopause, Fibromyalgia, and Weight Gain While Creating Inner Harmony, Health and Wellness with 1 MONTH  Bio-identical Hormones TO  Natural Supplements BETTER HEALTH!  Simple Lifestyle Changes www.BestWomenSupplements.com
  • 2. “No Matter what your age or gender; restoring your hormones to their optimum levels has the same effect as giving water to a dying plant” ¹ Unfortunately, for years women have been told several erroneous and dangerous things about hormone imbalance, PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome), menopause, traditional hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and alternative hormone replacement options. Some of the false claims include but are not limited to:  Like most women, your symptoms are in your head.  A prescription of Prozac or Birth Control pills will help your PMS and/or menopause symptoms.  A hysterectomy will cure your condition.  Symptoms of PMS and menopause are caused by an estrogen deficiency.  Synthetic HRT protects your bones and heart.  Synthetic HRT is safe and effective.  Natural Hormones have not had enough research to offer evidence of their safety or effectiveness.  You need a doctor to diagnose and treat you regardless of your own available knowledge and first hand experience.  Anyone other than a medical doctor is not trained and is not qualified to give advice or information about healthcare and/or treatment options. Thanks to the pioneering efforts of many dedicated physicians, women’s organizations, governmental agencies, and even movie stars 2 – the truth has finally been made available to the thousands of frustrated and confused women suffering from the often debilitating symptoms of PMS, all stages of menopause, and several other unhealthy conditions related to hormonal imbalance. The truth is that menopause is not a condition or disease that should be treated with drugs; rather it is a stage of life that all women will experience at some point in their midlife years. Further, PMS and menopause are the result of the same hormonal environment and PMS often precedes menopause when a woman’s hormones go unbalanced. www.FreedomFromMenopause.com Page 2
  • 3. The news that synthetic HRT (pharmaceutical drugs) are NOT safe, and often make symptoms worse, not to mention can cause life-threatening illnesses is well known. The fact that pharmaceutical companies and doctors alike continue to manufacture and prescribe these dangerous drugs is proof of greed and/or ignorance. Women need to understand that not all HRT is the same and that there are many safe alternatives. There is overwhelming evidence that natural hormones and supplements are safe and effective. With the knowledge available here, women can make informed decisions and better choices regarding the treatment and prevention of PMS and menopause symptoms which may also result in subsequent improvements in health, wellness and longevity. Let’s Take a Look at the Bad News First Not all hormones are the same! Most doctors understand very little about bio-identical hormones. And pharmaceutical companies work very hard to keep women and doctors grossly misinformed about the drugs they spend millions promoting. Conventional medicine has always been about treating the symptoms of disease and never about prevention or addressing the causes of disease. The proof of this ineffective approach is seen everyday in the high cost of medical care in the United States and the low cure rates of our most common diseases. Furthermore, prescription medications are not only incredibly expensive but usually cause other symptoms that are often worse than the original illness! If you don’t believe me, here are the results of “The Women’s Health Initiative” (WHI) study, sponsored by the government to evaluate the use of synthetic hormones such as Premarin and Provera (both of which have been prescribed for over 60 years without documented proof of their safety or efficacy). The study was abandoned in 2002 due to their astonishing results! Here are the actual clinical findings:  22% increase in cardiovascular disease  26 % increase in breast cancer  29% increase in coronary heart disease  41% increase in strokes  200% increase in pulmonary embolism P.S. The pharmaceutical industry has always known that synthetic HRT may be associated with cancer (They just forgot to tell us). www.FreedomFromMenopause.com Page 3
  • 4. The Menopause Industry: How the Medical Establishment Exploits Women, In her book, Sandra Coney recounts this sordid tale: “Warnings about the dangers of estrogen had been made sporadically for nearly 30 years. In particular, it was known that estrone, the form of estrogen in Premarin, could be associated with the development of endometrial cancer. As early as 1947,” she discloses, Dr. Saul Gusbery of Columbia University “called the ready use of estrogen promiscuous and warned that what was going on was a human experiment.” He had observed too many estrogen users coming in for dilation and curettage (D&C) for abnormal bleeding caused by endometrial overstimulation, as well as documented precancerous and cancerous changes of the uterus.3 Over time, it appeared the FDA was beginning to protect women’s healthcare rights when they finally responded to the numerous studies that pointed to the dangers of synthetic HRT. They ruled that all prescriptions must carry warning labels. But those with financial interests strongly opposed the FDA ruling. The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the American College of Internal Medicine, and the American Cancer Society joined in opposition claiming that “giving patient’s information violated the physician’s right to control how much information to disclose to patients and threatened medicine’s professional autonomy.” 4 In addition, with the help of the American Pharmaceutical Manufacturers’ Association and the public relations firm for Ayerst Pharmaceutical, Hill and Knowlton (merged with Wyeth), a massive promotional campaign went out to “preserve the identity of estrogen replacement therapy as an effective, safe treatment for symptoms of the menopause.” 5 Eventually the U.S. Women’s Health Network was instrumental in the courts finding favor with the FDA and the FDA won. www.FreedomFromMenopause.com Page 4
  • 5. Here is the actual Wyeth warning for Premarin: What is the most important information I should know about Premarin (an estrogen mixture)? Estrogens increase the chance of getting cancer of the uterus. Report any unusual vaginal bleeding right away while you are taking Premarin. Vaginal bleeding after menopause may be a warning sign of cancer of the uterus (womb). Your healthcare provider should check any unusual vaginal bleeding to find out the cause. Do not use estrogens with or without progestins to prevent heart disease, heart attacks, strokes, or dementia. Using estrogens, with or without progestins, may increase your chance of getting heart attacks, strokes, breast cancer, and blood clots. Using estrogens, with or without progestins, may increase your chance of getting dementia, based on a study of women age 65 years or older. You & your healthcare provider should talk 6 regularly about whether you still need treatment with Premarin. By the way… did you know that Premarin is made from the urine of a pregnant mare? And they call it “Natural” – When they get through with the manufacturing process, it’s not even natural for a horse! So Why do Doctors Still Prescribe These Dangerous Drugs? Good question Sherlock. Let’s investigate… Wyeth, formerly known as American Home Products (AHP), is one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world. They are known for manufacturing the prescription drugs Premarin and Effexor, both boasting over $3 billion in sales annually. Premarin became the #1 prescribed drug in the US in 1993. Wyeth's sales topped $13 billion in 1995; two years later, Premarin became the company's first brand to reach $1 billion in sales. www.FreedomFromMenopause.com Page 5
  • 6. Following the “Women’s Health Initiative Study” results, Wyeth experienced a significant decline in its sales of Premarin, Prempro (conjugated equine estrogens) and related hormones, from over $2 billion in 2002 to just over $1 billion in 2006. Wyeth, as a corporation, filed a 'citizens complaint' with the United States FDA on October 16, 2005, requesting that the US FDA take action against pharmacies who compound, manufacture, or sell unlicensed bio-identical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) drugs to their patients. Specifically, Wyeth asserted that the BRHT drugs are not licensed by the FDA according to section 505 of the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, misbranded and adulterated per sections 501 and 502 of 21 U.S.C. (paragraphs 351, 352, and 355). Drug manufacturers are required to demonstrate through clinical trials that marketed drugs are safe and efficacious, a process that BHRT drugs have not undergone. If honored, the request would require the same safety and efficacy data for those primarily engaged in alternative medicine.7 Give me a break! When did they start caring about the safety of American women? They only care about their bank accounts! Don’t let them fool you. They are just protecting their bottom line and don’t want anyone else to dip into their profits. Jerks! Pharmaceutical companies spend years cultivating their cash cows. They have mastered the marketing game. www.FreedomFromMenopause.com Page 6
  • 7. Tremendous investment goes into developing and studying a pharmaceutical product and then teaching physicians how and when to prescribe it. They offer physicians and the physician’s staff many rewards for pushing their product onto an unknowing public. Most drug reps are paid by percentage of business earned. Some of them will offer doctors a free lunch, trips, and anything the human mind can imagine. Much of what physician’s are taught after university comes from drug reps that have done extensive research in order to justify a product. It’s their job! As no pharmaceutical company manufactures natural hormones, most doctors do not learn about them unless they do their own research. 8 Let’s examine a few opinions… “My contention is that there are all- natural cures for virtually every disease and ailment. These cures are being suppressed and hidden from you by the pharmaceutical industry, the FDA, and the FTC, as well as other groups.” – Natural Cures “They” Don’t Want You to Know About by Kevin Trudeau “The thing that bugs me is that people think the FDA is protecting them. It isn’t. What the FDA is doing and what the people think its doing 9 are as different as night and day.” –Herbert Ley, M.D., Former FDA *The above is a paid advertisement in the New York Times. 10 Commissioner www.FreedomFromMenopause.com Page 7
  • 8. Listen up! Let’s Get a Few Things Straight… There are many different types of hormones made by the human body with circulating levels varying every second of every day. No wonder we feel a little crazy sometimes... Our hormones are produced and released into our bodies by glands such as the ovaries and testes (in males), adrenal glands, the pancreas and pituitary gland. They regulate and control all aspects of who we are and how we feel. If you recall, your hormones were sporadic during puberty, when hormone surges and imbalances created a young adult your parents had never met before. If you have children, depending on what stage of menopause you are currently in, you may recall the crazy hormone ride you took before and after giving birth. Our hormones begin to decline in early mid-life and some hormones almost disappear after menopause when the ovaries stop functioning completely. There are many things that can influence the production, decline and the ongoing daily balance of our hormones, particularly our lifestyle and environment. PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome) is considered by many to be a normal part of womanhood, but in reality, it is not normal at all. PMS is nothing more than a hormone imbalance perpetuated by poor diet, stress, environment, medications, health status, and other often controllable variables. Then as we approach “The Change” our hormones become sporadic again as they did in our pubescent years. However, at progressively younger ages, women in our society are experiencing the strange and uncomfortable symptoms associated with peri-menopause (the ten years or so before menopause). Women may begin to notice changes as early as their mid thirty’s and even sooner in some cases. Medical treatments, prescription drugs, surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, genetics, lifestyle, diet and mental outlook are just a few of the factors that can initiate a premature menopause. But generally speaking, menopause most often occurs between the ages of 40 and 55 with the median age for non-smoking women being 51. 11 www.FreedomFromMenopause.com Page 8
  • 9. Just as all women are NOT created equal, nor are their symptoms. The stages and symptoms of menopause vary with some predominantly common symptoms such as hot flashes and mood swings. But some women never have a single symptom and feel the same throughout their entire adult life. However, those women are in the minority. And just as no two women are the same; neither should be the treatment they receive. Synthetic versus Natural Hormones Deciding what’s natural when it comes to hormone therapy can be difficult. Like beauty, natural (hormone therapy) is in the eye of the beholder. You can look at natural a couple of ways:  Natural can mean similar to what you already have in your body. In the laboratory, scientists can replicate the exact molecular structure of human hormones. The results are identical to human hormones but without the stray bits that exist in all animal hormones. So these hormones have the same structure as natural human hormones, but they’re made in a lab, so they’re synthetic.  Natural can also mean coming from nature (you know, plants and animals.) Some hormones are derived from plants but need to be modified to produce a beneficial effect in our bodies. Other hormones come from animals. So, there are natural hormones that come from nature, but they’re not natural to humans. So, “natural” isn’t really a good term for describing the hormones used for hormone therapy. 12 Natural Bio-identical *According to Jonathan Wright, MD Vs and “when describing replacement hormones, Synthetic Natural the word “natural” is used to refer to the structure of the hormone molecule, not it’s source.” Other than your own body, the source for true, natural sex hormones is either the wild yam (Dioscorea composite) or soy. These are then biochemically converted to molecules identical to human hormones.13 These bio-identical and natural substances cannot be patented by a pharmaceutical company and therefore not widely known in the U.S. until recently. Natural hormones have been used in Europe for decades. (Go Figure!) www.FreedomFromMenopause.com Page 9
  • 10. Are you confused yet? Let’s try to make some sense of it … WARNING: “Wild yam cream” available in most health food stores is NOT natural progesterone. Wild yam DOES NOT contain progesterone and your body DOES NOT convert wild yam extract into progesterone.14  Natural Progesterone is made from a plant source and is converted in a laboratory to an exact chemical copy of the progesterone produced in your body. A safe and effective progesterone product must contain U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP) progesterone.  “Provera” and “Progestin” are synthetic chemical analogues similar to progesterone, but different enough to have some dramatic side effects. The progesterone molecule has been chemically altered in order to be patented and owned by the pharmaceutical company. Provera is foreign to the body and has actually been shown to inhibit the biosynthesis of progesterone. “According to Dr. David G. Williams, Progestin can cause abnormal menstrual flow or cessation, fluid retention, nausea, insomnia, jaundice, depression, fever, weight fluctuations, allergic reactions and the development of male characteristics. Natural progesterone, on the other hand, has few side effects: occasionally it may cause a feeling of euphoria for some women, it may alter the timing of 15 their menstrual cycles”  Natural progesterone does NOT produce the severe side effects that synthetic progestin’s do, including the increased risk of cancer, abnormal menstrual flow, fluid retention, nausea, depression, etc. Natural progesterone, in addition to enhancing fat breakdown and preventing blood clots, counteracts carbohydrate cravings that may promote obesity and cardiovascular risk. In addition, progesterone can relieve menopausal symptoms like hot flashes, reverse osteoporosis and enhance mood and libido. 16 www.FreedomFromMenopause.com Page 10
  • 11. Synthetic hormones do not occur naturally in the body. Synthetic patentable hormones like those found in Premarin, PremPro, Provera and methyltestosterone are artificial hormones that have been altered from the original hormone so they do not act or look like natural hormones. Some patentable estrogens are derived from the urine of pregnant horses. Thus, the commercially available Premarin not only contains estrone in unnaturally high doses, but also contains many other hormones found only in horses.17  Phytoestrogens, the natural hormones found in plants, are not the same as the hormones found in the female body, although they may have somewhat similar beneficial effects. Soy and Flaxseed are particularly rich in these substances. Phytoestrogens can be divided into two main families: Isoflavones and lignans. Like other estrogens, phytoestrogens bind to estrogen receptors throughout our systems. When they bind, they exert a balancing, or “adaptogenic,” effect. This means that if your estrogen levels are low, the herbs will have an estrogenic effect, but if your estrogen levels are too high, they will block the stronger estrogens. That’s why the same herb-dong quai, for example- can be used both for conditions in which there is too much estrogen (such as PMS) and for those in which there is too little (hot flashes).18  Phytoestrogens do not stimulate the growth of estrogen-sensitive tissue such as in the breast and uterus; in fact, they have been shown to inhibit breast tumors in some animal studies, probably because they occupy estrogen receptor sites and prevent overstimulation of the 19 cells.  Black Cohosh has been used in this country for hundreds of years. It is also a popular Chinese herb. It binds to estrogen receptors, where it selectively represses the elevation of LH that occurs at menopause. Its estrogenic effect decreases hot flashes, night sweats, depression, vaginal dryness, emotional instability and menstrual cramps. It is also helpful for PMS symptoms. A standardized extract of black cohosh sold under the trade name Remifemin is one of the most widely used herbs in Europe, where it is a well- documented alternative to HRT.20  Research shows that when women ate 60g of soy protein per day in the form of a powdered drink mix, they had a 45 percent reduction in hot flashes after twelve weeks.21  Depending on the amount you’re eating, you may notice a decrease in hot flashes within a few days of adding soy to your diet. The average woman in Japan (where hot flashes are relatively rare) eats four to six servings of soy per day, or the equivalent of 100-200 mg soy isoflavones.22 www.FreedomFromMenopause.com Page 11
  • 12. Let’s Take a Peek at What the Experts Have to Say… Natural progesterone protects against cancer, is a natural tranquilizer, promotes feelings of well-being, enhances the beneficial actions of estrogen and protects against estrogen side effects, relieves menopausal symptoms, and stimulates new bone formation as well as protects against osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease. Provera does none of that. Even if a woman does not have a uterus, all women should take progesterone because of the above benefits. -“Natural Hormone Replacement Therapy for Women and Men”, by Neal Rouzier, M.D. pages 29-30. A 1996 review of the evidence on progesterone and breast health concluded that Bio-identical progesterone not only reduced the rate of spread of breast cancer, but may even be responsible for reducing the incidence of new cases. -“The Wisdom of Menopause” by Christiane Northrup, M.D. pages 437-442 “The diet of most American women is high in calories and deficient in nutritional value. Seventy percent of the American diet consists of nutrient deficient processed food. To experience optimal health, research has shown that you need to add supplements to your diet at levels well above the RDA to keep you feeling good, your immune system strong, your energy high, and to reduce your risk of disease. Correcting nutritional deficiencies is essential to restoring health, maintaining a strong foundation of wellness, and promoting longevity. Additional health burdens are placed upon women as the result of declining or imbalanced naturally occurring hormone levels. While estrogen and progesterone levels naturally decline with age, women of all ages are exposed to tremendous amounts of estrogen from the environment Dr. Patricia Beckstead, B.S., D.C. (Xenoestrogens), increasing a woman’s estrogen to Freedom from Menopause progesterone ratio and resulting in what is known as Estrogen Dominance. This state of imbalance may often lead to symptoms of PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome), peri-menopause, and menopause. Estrogen dominance has also been linked to diseases such as breast cancer, heart disease and stroke. In contrast to conventional medicine, approaching dietary deficiencies and hormonal imbalances with natural, bio-identical hormones and superior quality dietary supplements is the key to prevention of illness and restoring or maintaining wellness. This e-book and FreedomFromMenopause.com was designed to put you in control of your health. It will assist you in determining what nutrients and/or hormones your body may be lacking and offers you the tools needed to safely and effectively restore and maintain health and wellness. Best of all, these tools put you in control of your own health”. No prescriptions needed! No doctor’s visits! And no drugs! www.FreedomFromMenopause.com Page 12
  • 13. You don’t have to suffer! And you don’t have to take unnecessary health risks anymore! Still Not Sure Which Way to Go? Don’t Worry. We’ll make It easier… www.FreedomFromMenopause.com Page 13
  • 14. What Happens in Your Body During a Natural Transition? Progesterone levels typically decline, while estrogen levels remain stable or even increase during the years prior to menopause. This is the most significant issue for the majority of women; many of the early symptoms that women feel are due to progesterone levels that are too low, in relation to their levels of estrogen. This state of a low progesterone-to-estrogen ratio is also referred to as “Estrogen Dominance.” Some symptoms that women suffer when progesterone declines include: • Breast swelling and tenderness • Mood swings • “Fuzzy thinking” • Irritability • Trouble sleeping • Water retention • PMS • Weight gain Testosterone levels may also start to decline well before the last menstrual cycle. While the symptoms of low testosterone are often more subtle that those of low progesterone, for some women they can be significant. Symptoms of low testosterone include: • Loss of sex drive • Decreased sexual response • Decreased sensitivity in your erogenous zones • Decreased sense of well-being, energy and ambition • Depression • Loss of or thinning pubic hair. Estrogen is often the last hormone to decline, but is the hormone that is traditionally associated with menopausal symptoms. As you approach menopause your ovaries slow their production of estrogen. While your ovaries continue to make some estrogen for the rest of your life and your body is still producing it from other sources, the overall effect is a dramatic drop in the level of estrogen circulating in your body — about 30–60 percent for most women. Symptoms of estrogen decline include: • Hot flashes • Night sweats • Vaginal dryness • Decreased energy and ambition • Depression or mood swings • Dizziness • Headaches • Mental confusion • Urinary incontinence • Recurrent urinary tract infections • Increased susceptibility to vaginal infections www.FreedomFromMenopause.com Page 14
  • 15. Freedom from Menopause® SYMPTOM & SUPPLEMENT GUIDE Common Symptoms of Common Symptoms of Common Symptoms of Low Progesterone: Low Testosterone: Low Estrogen:  Breast tenderness  Loss of sex drive  Hot flashes  Mood swings  Low sexual response  Vaginal dryness  Fuzzy thinking  Low sexual sensitivity  Decreased energy  Irritability  Low energy  Depression  Insomnia  Low sense of well-being  Mood swings  Water retention  Depression  Dizziness / Headaches  Weight gain  Mental confusion  Loss of pubic hair  PMS  Incontinence  Depression  Urinary tract infections  Low libido Suggested Supplements for Suggested Supplements for Suggested Supplements for Symptoms of Low Progesterone: Symptoms of Low Testosterone: Symptoms of Low Estrogen:  Foundation of Health Kit  Foundation of Health Kit  Foundation of Health Kit  Progesterone Cream  Progesterone Cream  Progesterone Cream  Evening Primrose Oil  Libido & Orgasm  DHEA  5-HTP  Phytoestrogens Enhancer  DHEA  L-Tyrosine  Black Cohosh * Health and wellness can only be built upon a solid foundation. It is strongly recommended that you begin your healthcare plan with the Foundation of Health category of products on our website. *Due to daily overexposure to environmental estrogens (Xenoestrogens) it is recommended that women of all ages supplement with Balanace Progesterone Cream according to the label directions. * Progesterone is a precursor to testosterone and therefore used by the body to make testosterone. Women who supplement with Progesterone Cream alone may often see a reduction in their symnptoms of low testostereone.  PMS symptoms may be related to low progesterone.  Menopausal symptoms may be related to low progesterone, testosterone and estrogen; therefore it is important to catagorize your symptoms and supplement according to your sympotms. This guide is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice, nor is it to be used as a substitute for advice from your physician. This information is provided as a guide and does not claim to cure any disease or condition. All references herein to supplements and or supplement practices are subject to change and provided to the best of the ability of the author. All referenced products or protocols herein are over-the-counter, do not require a physician’s prescription and usage is based on manufacturer’s labels. However, caution should be used when undertaking any health care regimen. WARNING: Before taking any of the products listed here please consult with your healthcare professional if you are pregnant, nursing or if you have any medical condition or are taking any medicines. Dietary supplements can affect the way medicines work. If you are given a prescription for medicine, always tell your healthcare professional what dietary supplements you are taking. www.FreedomFromMenopause.com Page 15
  • 16. Freedom from Menopause® Our Vision Freedom from Menopause was designed to propel women of all ages into a position of knowledge, confidence, leadership, and power, allowing them to make the best healthcare decisions for themselves and their families, now and in the future. With respect for traditional medicine, the time has come to broaden our horizons. Sharing, a common trademark among women is at the forefront of our vision as we strive to share the most time tested and effective, healthy alternative options available. Our Mission Freedom from Menopause is an advocate for millions of American women actively seeking safe and natural solutions for health, wellness, and vitality. We are a unique professional resource that provides knowledge, superior quality products, and support to women and men of all ages. Dedicated to the proposition that all women (or men) are not created equal, our interactive website gives our customers the opportunity to explore the latest health information and product developments. What Makes Freedom from Menopause Unique? Our products are physician recommended and supported by the latest research. We offer support through our website self-help questionnaires and by providing women the opportunity to learn from multiple sources through our updated Women’s Health Library articles and blogs. We are committed to growth and development through involvement in other professional, trade, and business organizations. We support our communities through our Calendar of Events with public discussions, workshops and free educational materials, including supplement recommendations and guidelines. Our superior quality products are priced affordably to break down economic barriers and give access to women everywhere. Our strict quality control guidelines are second to none. www.FreedomFromMenopause.com Page 16
  • 17. Disclaimer: This e-book guide is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice, nor is it to be used as a substitute for advice from your healthcare provider. This information is provided as a guide and does not claim to cure any disease or condition. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. All references herein to supplements and or supplement practices are subject to change and provided to the best of the ability of the author. All referenced products or protocols herein are over- the-counter, do not require a physician’s prescription and usage is based on manufacturer’s labels. However, caution should be used when undertaking any health care regimen. WARNING: Before taking any of the products listed herein, please consult with your healthcare professional if you are pregnant, nursing or if you have any medical condition or are taking any medicines. Dietary supplements can affect the way medicines work. If you are given a prescription for medicine, always tell your healthcare professional what dietary supplements you are taking. All rights are reserved. You do not need permission to forward or redistribute this PDF so long as its contents remain unmodified. This informational e-book and/or any of its contents may not be copied, mirrored, displayed as part of another website or otherwise be re-published, in part or in whole without the express written consent of FreedomFromMenopause.com. All content herein including logos, articles, blogs, presentations, and all materials appearing on FreedomFromMenopause.com are covered by trademarks, copyrights, and other intellectual and trade property rights. Copyright © 2008 by www.FreedomfromMenopause.com REFERENCES 1. Somers S, Rothenberg R, Beating Menopause Naturally (Redwood Publishing 2004). 2. www.suzannesomers.com/hormones. 3-5. R. Martin, J. Gerstung, The Estrogen Alternative (Healing Arts Press 2005) 6. www.wyeth.com 7. www.wikipedia.org 8. Somers S, Rothenberg R, Beating Menopause Naturally (Redwood Publishing 2004). 9. K. Trudeau, Natural Cures “They” Don’t Want You to Know About (Alliance Publishing Group, Inc. 2004) 10. www.suzannesomers.com/hormones 11. Greendale GA, Lee NP, Arriola ER. The Menopause. Lancet. 1999; 353 12. M. Jones, T. Eichenwald, N. Hall, Menopause for Dummies (Wiley Publishing, Inc 2007) 13-17. Somers S, Rothenberg R, Beating Menopause Naturally (Redwood Publishing 2004). 18-22. Northrup C, The Wisdom of Menopause (Bantam 2001) CONTACT US: www.FreedomFromMenopause.com www.PMSfreedom.com www.BestWomenSupplements.com Toll Free: (866) 811-6234 Corporate Offices Henderson, Nevada www.FreedomFromMenopause.com Page 17