{"id":1312267042916,"title":"Lactation Support Supplement","handle":"lactation-support-supplement","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLactation Support Supplement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreastfeeding Clinic BEST SELLER!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFenugreek - Blessed Thistle Capsules \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is fenugreek?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn annual herb whose name is derived from the Latin for “Greek hay,”\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efenugreek\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis native to the Mediterranean, the Ukraine, India, and China, and its seeds are revered in several ancient systems of medicine as a nutritive tonic for breastfeeding women. Its first mention in the historical record occurs in the Ebers papyri (ca. 1500 BC), where it is named as an aid to childbirth.(1) Not only are fenugreek seeds a classic and commonly used galactagogue(2), but research shows that they have anti-diabetic, hypocholesterolaemic, immunomodulatory, gastroprotective, chemo-preventive, antioxidant, and laxative properties.(3)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is blessed thistle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Latin binomial for this herb, “\u003cem\u003eCnicus benedictus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e,\u003c\/em\u003e” is taken from St. Benedict, the patron saint of poison antidotes.(4)  Since the 17\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecentury,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBlessed Thistle\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehas been primarily recognized by herbalists as a remedy to enhance milk production in nursing women. It is an excellent digestive tonic for the anemic and the weak and is especially good for lactating women with a low milk supply. The herb is thought to stimulate blood flow to the mammary glands.(5)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePharmacology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI\u003c\/span\u003et is speculated that fenugreek seeds increase milk flow partly because of the phytoestrogens and diosgenin they contain.(6) Studies indicate that diosgenin is valuable for treating and preventing several pathologies.(7) As for blessed thistle, besides its high mineral content, it has sesquiterpene lactones that act as bitter principles to stimulate digestion.(8)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor lactation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDr. Jack Newman, a lactation specialist at the International Breastfeeding Centre in Toronto, writes about the effectiveness of blessed thistle and fenugreek when used together: “\u003cstrong\u003eThese two herbs seem to increase milk supply and increase the rate of milk flow.\u003c\/strong\u003e” He adds that their effects are additive: “Fenugreek and blessed thistle seem to work better if you take both, not just one or the other” as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFenugreek-Blessed Thistle Capsules. Dr. Newman notes that \u003cstrong\u003emothers generally notice an increase in milk production within 24-72 hours after starting the herbs.\u003c\/strong\u003e The herbs also work best when babies are in their first few weeks after birth.(9)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutritive tonic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a bitter, blessed thistle stimulates bile flow and hydrochloric acid production and thus strengthens digestion.(10) Fenugreek seeds contain vitamins like thiamin, folic acid, riboflavin, niacin, vitamins A, B6, and C, not to mention an abundance of vitamin K. They are a plentiful source, moreover, of minerals such as copper, potassium, calcium, iron, selenium, zinc, manganese, and magnesium. In addition, they have a large amount of saponins and fibers.(11)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealthy glucose levels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hypoglycemic properties of fenugreek are well documented.(12) A 2011\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ein vitro\u003c\/em\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ein vivo\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003estudy concludes that it lowers blood glucose levels by way of an insulin-like effect.(13)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealthy blood lipid levels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are several studies that demonstrate the effectiveness of fenugreek seeds in reducing serum lipids in hyperlipidemic type 2 diabetic patients. A 2006 clinical trial in this population showed significantly positive changes in serum total cholesterol, LDL- cholesterol and triacylglyceride levels.(14)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive Ingredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 5:1 concentration, each 500 mg capsule contains the equivalent of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2125 mg of dried \u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic Fenugreek (\u003cem\u003eTrigonella foenum graecum, \u003c\/em\u003eseed)\u003c\/strong\u003e and 375 mg of dried \u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic Blessed Thistle (\u003cem\u003eCnicus benedictus, \u003c\/em\u003eherb tops)\u003c\/strong\u003e (alcohol free)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNon-Medicinal Ingredients:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHypromellose (vegicap), Magnesium stearate, Maltodextrin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContains no:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e dairy, egg, wheat, soy, artificial preservatives, artificial colours, artificial sweeteners\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdults:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Take 1 capsule 2 times daily on an empty stomach.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealth Canada Approved Use Claims\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsed in Herbal Medicine: (1) as a nutritive tonic; (2) as a galactagogue to help promote milk secretion; (3) as supportive therapy for the promotion of healthy glucose levels; (4) to help reduce elevated blood lipid levels (hyperlipidemia).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCautions and Warnings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConsult a health care practitioner before use if you are breastfeeding or if you have diabetes. Consult a health care practitioner if symptoms worsen or persist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContraindications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not use if you are pregnant or if you are allergic to plants of the Asteraceae\/Compositae\/Daisy family.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnown Adverse Reactions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHypersensitivity\/allergy is known to occur, in which case, discontinue use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuality Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur products are all third party tested to ensure the absence of pesticides, microbes, and heavy metals and to confirm purity and stability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6px;\"\u003e1. Mark Blumenthal et al, eds., “Fenugreek Seed,“ Herbal Medicine: Expanded Commission E Monographs, Austin, TX: American Botanical Council, 2000, pp. 130-133. 2. Felipe Penagos Tabares et al, “Pharmacological Overview of Galactagogues,” Veterinary Medicine International 2014 August. 3. S Nathiya et al, “Therapeutic role of Trigonella foenum-graecum [Fenugreek] – A Review,” International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research 2014 July-August; Article No. 12: 74-80. 4. Matthew Wood, The Admirable Secrets of Herbs, Roots \u0026amp; Barks: A Practical Materia Medica of Western Herbal Medicine, Minnetrista, MN: self-published, 1993. 5. A Zapantis et al, “Use of herbals as galactagogues,” Journal of Pharmacy Practice 2012 April; 25(2): 222-31 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6px;\"\u003e6. Canan Turkyilmaz et al, “The Effect of Galactagogue Herbal Tea on Breast Milk Production and Short-Term Catch-Up of Birth Weight in the First Week of Life,” Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine 2011; 17: 139-142. 7. Mafalda Jesus et al, “Diosgenin: Recent Highlights on Pharmacology and Analytical Methodology,” Journal of Analytical Methods in Chemistry 2016. 8. Mark Blumenthal et al, eds, “Blessed Thistle Herb,” Herbal Medicine: Expanded Commission E Monographs, Austin, TX: American Botanical Council, 2000, pp. 27-29. 9. Jack Newman, Herbal Remedies for Milk Supply, Accessed online September 2, 2014 from http:\/\/www.nbci.ca\/ 10. Christopher Hobbs, Foundations of Health, Capitola, CA: Botanica Press, 1992, pp. 221-3. 11. 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Its first mention in the historical record occurs in the Ebers papyri (ca. 1500 BC), where it is named as an aid to childbirth.(1) Not only are fenugreek seeds a classic and commonly used galactagogue(2), but research shows that they have anti-diabetic, hypocholesterolaemic, immunomodulatory, gastroprotective, chemo-preventive, antioxidant, and laxative properties.(3)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is blessed thistle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Latin binomial for this herb, “\u003cem\u003eCnicus benedictus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e,\u003c\/em\u003e” is taken from St. Benedict, the patron saint of poison antidotes.(4)  Since the 17\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecentury,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBlessed Thistle\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehas been primarily recognized by herbalists as a remedy to enhance milk production in nursing women. It is an excellent digestive tonic for the anemic and the weak and is especially good for lactating women with a low milk supply. The herb is thought to stimulate blood flow to the mammary glands.(5)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePharmacology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI\u003c\/span\u003et is speculated that fenugreek seeds increase milk flow partly because of the phytoestrogens and diosgenin they contain.(6) Studies indicate that diosgenin is valuable for treating and preventing several pathologies.(7) As for blessed thistle, besides its high mineral content, it has sesquiterpene lactones that act as bitter principles to stimulate digestion.(8)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor lactation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDr. Jack Newman, a lactation specialist at the International Breastfeeding Centre in Toronto, writes about the effectiveness of blessed thistle and fenugreek when used together: “\u003cstrong\u003eThese two herbs seem to increase milk supply and increase the rate of milk flow.\u003c\/strong\u003e” He adds that their effects are additive: “Fenugreek and blessed thistle seem to work better if you take both, not just one or the other” as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFenugreek-Blessed Thistle Capsules. Dr. Newman notes that \u003cstrong\u003emothers generally notice an increase in milk production within 24-72 hours after starting the herbs.\u003c\/strong\u003e The herbs also work best when babies are in their first few weeks after birth.(9)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutritive tonic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a bitter, blessed thistle stimulates bile flow and hydrochloric acid production and thus strengthens digestion.(10) Fenugreek seeds contain vitamins like thiamin, folic acid, riboflavin, niacin, vitamins A, B6, and C, not to mention an abundance of vitamin K. They are a plentiful source, moreover, of minerals such as copper, potassium, calcium, iron, selenium, zinc, manganese, and magnesium. In addition, they have a large amount of saponins and fibers.(11)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealthy glucose levels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hypoglycemic properties of fenugreek are well documented.(12) A 2011\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ein vitro\u003c\/em\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ein vivo\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003estudy concludes that it lowers blood glucose levels by way of an insulin-like effect.(13)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealthy blood lipid levels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are several studies that demonstrate the effectiveness of fenugreek seeds in reducing serum lipids in hyperlipidemic type 2 diabetic patients. A 2006 clinical trial in this population showed significantly positive changes in serum total cholesterol, LDL- cholesterol and triacylglyceride levels.(14)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive Ingredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 5:1 concentration, each 500 mg capsule contains the equivalent of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2125 mg of dried \u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic Fenugreek (\u003cem\u003eTrigonella foenum graecum, \u003c\/em\u003eseed)\u003c\/strong\u003e and 375 mg of dried \u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic Blessed Thistle (\u003cem\u003eCnicus benedictus, \u003c\/em\u003eherb tops)\u003c\/strong\u003e (alcohol free)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNon-Medicinal Ingredients:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHypromellose (vegicap), Magnesium stearate, Maltodextrin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContains no:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e dairy, egg, wheat, soy, artificial preservatives, artificial colours, artificial sweeteners\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdults:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Take 1 capsule 2 times daily on an empty stomach.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealth Canada Approved Use Claims\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsed in Herbal Medicine: (1) as a nutritive tonic; (2) as a galactagogue to help promote milk secretion; (3) as supportive therapy for the promotion of healthy glucose levels; (4) to help reduce elevated blood lipid levels (hyperlipidemia).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCautions and Warnings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConsult a health care practitioner before use if you are breastfeeding or if you have diabetes. Consult a health care practitioner if symptoms worsen or persist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContraindications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not use if you are pregnant or if you are allergic to plants of the Asteraceae\/Compositae\/Daisy family.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnown Adverse Reactions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHypersensitivity\/allergy is known to occur, in which case, discontinue use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuality Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur products are all third party tested to ensure the absence of pesticides, microbes, and heavy metals and to confirm purity and stability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6px;\"\u003e1. Mark Blumenthal et al, eds., “Fenugreek Seed,“ Herbal Medicine: Expanded Commission E Monographs, Austin, TX: American Botanical Council, 2000, pp. 130-133. 2. Felipe Penagos Tabares et al, “Pharmacological Overview of Galactagogues,” Veterinary Medicine International 2014 August. 3. S Nathiya et al, “Therapeutic role of Trigonella foenum-graecum [Fenugreek] – A Review,” International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research 2014 July-August; Article No. 12: 74-80. 4. Matthew Wood, The Admirable Secrets of Herbs, Roots \u0026amp; Barks: A Practical Materia Medica of Western Herbal Medicine, Minnetrista, MN: self-published, 1993. 5. A Zapantis et al, “Use of herbals as galactagogues,” Journal of Pharmacy Practice 2012 April; 25(2): 222-31 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6px;\"\u003e6. Canan Turkyilmaz et al, “The Effect of Galactagogue Herbal Tea on Breast Milk Production and Short-Term Catch-Up of Birth Weight in the First Week of Life,” Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine 2011; 17: 139-142. 7. Mafalda Jesus et al, “Diosgenin: Recent Highlights on Pharmacology and Analytical Methodology,” Journal of Analytical Methods in Chemistry 2016. 8. Mark Blumenthal et al, eds, “Blessed Thistle Herb,” Herbal Medicine: Expanded Commission E Monographs, Austin, TX: American Botanical Council, 2000, pp. 27-29. 9. Jack Newman, Herbal Remedies for Milk Supply, Accessed online September 2, 2014 from http:\/\/www.nbci.ca\/ 10. Christopher Hobbs, Foundations of Health, Capitola, CA: Botanica Press, 1992, pp. 221-3. 11. Ragni Sinha et al, “Fenugreek: Pharmacological Actions,” World Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences 2016; 5(1): 1481-1489.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6px;\"\u003e12. S Nathiya et al, op. cit., pp. 75-76. 13. Najma Zaheer Baquer et al, “Metabolic and molecular action of Trigonella foenum-graecum (fenugreek) and trace metals in experimental diabetic tissues,” Journal of Biosciences 2011; 36(2): 383-396. 14. Abu Saleh M. Moosa et al, “Hypolipidemic effects of fenugreek seed powder,” Bangladesh Journal of Pharmacology 2006; 1: 64-67.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}