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Everything to Know About Getting Off Contraception to Conceive
Wondering how your contraceptive might impact any future plans you have around falling pregnant? To help out, we’ve answered a handful of commonly asked questions.
Dietary b vitamin intake reduces pms
Good news for the pre-menstrually challenged among us! Recent research suggests women with high intakes of B vitamins from food sources have a lower risk of PMS.
5 Healthy Hair Nutrients
Our diet plays a major role in the health of our hair. Ensuring you consume enough vitamins and minerals in your diet is important to support healthy hair.
Pre-menstrual syndrome
The term pre-menstrual syndrome (PMS) describes a group of physical, mental and emotional symptoms that many women experience during the 1-2 weeks before the onset of the menstrual period.
Women's health
Blackmores Cranberry Forte 50,000
A concentrated cranberry extract to support urinary tract health.
Always read the label and follow the directions for use. Read the warnings below before purchase.
$56.99
Vaccinium macrocarpon (cranberry) juice dry 400 mg equivalent to fresh fruit 20 g (20,000 mg)
Vaccinium macrocarpon (cranberry) ext. dry conc. 60 mg equivalent to fresh fruit 30 g (30,000 mg)
Dosage
Adults:
Maintenance of urinary tract health - Take 1 capsule once a day.
Reduce occurrence of medically diagnosed cystitis and antioxidant support – Take 2 capsules once a day.
Do not exceed 2 capsules in 24 hours. Take with food.
- Always read the label and follow the directions for use.
- If symptoms persist talk to your health professional.
- Supplements may only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate.
- If pain or irritation persists for more than 48 hours, consult your doctor. The presence of blood in the urine warrants immediate medical attention.
- If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, on warfarin therapy, or have pre-existing kidney conditions, talk to your health professional before use.
- If you have any pre-existing conditions, or are on any medications always talk to your health professional before use.
- Some products should be ceased at least two weeks before any elective surgery, please confirm with your health professional.
- Do not exceed 2 capsules in 24 hours. Take with food.
Menopause
The cessation of menstruation (menopause) usually occurs between a woman’s mid-forties and mid-fifties, and although a natural process, can be a difficult and emotional time for some women. Perimenopause usually lasts about 4 years. It starts when physical and emotional symptoms associated with menopause begin and ends 12 months after the last period.
Women's health
Blackmores Bio Iron Advanced
A lower constipation iron formulation which is gentle on the digestive system.
Always read the label and follow the directions for use. Read the warnings below before purchase.
$18.49
Iron (II) glycinate (iron 20 mg) 73 mg
Ascorbic acid (vitamin c) 170 mg
Betacarotene 1.35 mg
Folic acid 300 microgram
Cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12) 50 microgram
Pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6, pyridoxine 5 mg) 6.08 mg
Riboflavin (vitamin B2) 1.3 mg
Dosage
- Always read the label and follow the directions for use
- If symptoms persist talk to your health professional
- Supplements may only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate
- Not for the treatment of iron deficiency conditions
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your health professional before use
- If you have any pre-existing conditions, or are on any medications always talk to your health professional before use
Fluid retention
Oedema is the swelling that occurs when fluid accumulates in the tissues. It may be localised to a certain body part, or be generalised and affect the whole body.
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