Suffer from mastitis on various data, from 20% to 50% of women of reproductive age. Neoplasms with tackle formed in parts of the breast, the epithelium of the mammary ducts, adipose and fibrous tissue. Treatment of mastitis herbs used in naturopathy, is also aimed at improving the work of the liver, as well as on the overall stabilization of hormonal background.

Breast disease - is the most common pathology among non-breastfeeding women breast (among lactating women is most prevalent mastitis). Development of mastitis associated with exposure to hormones, mainly - estrogen.

In naturopathy mastopathy considered a consequence of increased levels of estrogen and metabolic hormones. The cyclical nature of symptoms of mastitis Breast disease - characterized by symptoms   It may be, at least indirect evidence that hormones have a significant impact on how the breast develops and runs. The reasons for raising the female sex hormones may be a malfunction of the endocrine system and hormonal drugs. Anyway, the body is more hormones than the liver can process. Naturopathic often treated nodes that form in the tissues of the breast with mastitis, the body as an attempt to reduce the concentration of substances in the blood, an excess of which is potentially dangerous; This reduces the load on the liver.

Herbs that improve liver function

Choline, Inositol and Methionine - these substances are part of many herbal preparations for the treatment of mastitis Treatment of mastitis - covers all the mechanisms of disease development   and improve liver function. Typically, when mastitis used lipotropics: Their name translates literally as "to move fat", as these drugs help the liver process fats and remove them from the body. They contribute not only to fat metabolism, but also a more efficient processing of other substances, including - glucose, glycogen, and estrogen. Choline, in addition, essential for the synthesis of acetylcholine - one of the neurotransmitters.

Herbs high in choline:

• Shepherd's purse (Capsella bursa-pastoris);
• Chinese Angelica;
• Asian ginseng;
• American ginseng;
• Oats planting;
• Barley;
• Sesame (seeds);
• Flax (seeds);
• Corn (root).

High concentrations of methionine different evening primrose oil. In addition, a lot of the substance in Brazil nuts, sesame seeds, sunflower and pumpkin in pistachios and peas. Inositol can be synthesized in the human body, so it is not always included in the naturopathic drugs for the treatment of mastitis. Previously, it was called vitamin B8, but now it is classified as a vitamin-like substance.

Taking herbal supplements designed to improve liver function and treatment of mastitis, it is recommended only on the advice of a physician or naturopath. Do not make them on its own initiative: although security of many prescription drugs, they can still cause a variety of side effects and cause drug interactions.

Herbs that improve the lymphatic system

Stimulation of the functioning of the lymphatic system helps to eliminate toxins, so the symptoms of mastitis may be less pronounced. Furthermore, this prevents the stagnation of liquids in breast tissue, which often causes pain and swelling, usually before menstruation or during ovulation. To stimulate the lymphatic system, in naturopathy, the following plants: American Pokeweed, colorful iris, ceanothus American, cleavers. Those who, along with mastopathy are violations such as varicose veins, hemorrhoids, or slow blood circulation, can be useful the following herbs: ginkgo biloba, hawthorn, witch hazel, as well as products based on blueberries.

Herbs, stabilizing hormones

The plants, which we discussed above, the lower the level of estrogen in the blood, improving its metabolism, and accelerating its withdrawal from the body. Herbs that contain phytosterols, may also lower the level of estrogen, but by exposure to estrogen receptors.

Among the plants that contain phytosterols - blue cohosh (Caullophyllum thalactroides), Smilax, or sarsaparilla (Smilax officinalis), black cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa), Baikal skullcap (Scutellaria baicalensis), red clover (Trifolium pratense), sage Sage - useful properties do not count   officinalis (Salvia officinalis). Sacred Vitex (Vitex-agnus castus) also affects the level of estrogen in the blood, but not at the expense of phytosterols. This herb stimulates the secretion of luteinizing hormone, and changes the ratio of estrogen and progesterone receptors, thereby facilitating the symptoms of mastitis.

Herbal tea from mastitis

To prepare the tea leaves for the medicinal tea, you need equal amounts of the following components: dandelion root, burdock root, root of Mahonia (Oregon grape), fennel seeds, dried ginger root curly dock, dried orange peel, dried ginger and cinnamon. Mix the ingredients and put them in a glass container with a tight lid. To make the tea, pour one teaspoon of tea leaves cup of boiling water and let stand for 7-10 minutes. Drink one cup of tea a day drug. In just a few days before menstruation can drink tea more often. Talk to your doctor before drinking this tea - perhaps you are contraindications to some of the herbs, or they may interact with medications that you are taking at the moment.

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