Hormones are an essential part of your good health. These chemical messengers travel in the bloodstream, regulating bodily function. ¹ Hormones regulate metabolism, sexual function, growth, development, mood and ability to reproduce. ¹ There are now many over-the-counter hormone supplements available such as: DHEA, pregnenolone and estrogen. However, the question is: are over-the-counter hormone supplements safe to use for hormone balancing? This is your guide to over-the-counter hormone supplement safely.

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What is grape seed extract?

Grape Seed extract, or GSE is an extract from the seeds of grapes. The seeds left over from the production of wine or juice are harvested, ground and extracted. They have a high content of compounds known as OPC’s (oligomeric proanthocyanidins).  OPC’s are found in virtually all plants, and they have been declared to be nontoxic, non-mutagenic, non-carcinogenic, and free of side effects, according to a review by German researcher Professor Peter Rohdewald.  OPC increases the structural strength of weakened blood vessels, it is also one of the most potent antioxidants known.  Grape Seed Extract is one of the least expensive ways to get your daily dose of OPC’s.

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Melatonin is a natural anti-aging hormone secreted by the pineal gland, and has been found to be a safe and effective sleep aid with no side effects. Melatonin has been found in recent studies to be one of the most powerful antioxidants ever discovered. Melatonin improves the immune function by stimulating shrinking thymus glands, and appears to be the body’s natural defense against breast cancer.

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