Phytoestrogens: this is my new life... and my new 50!

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A few years ago they excited the entire Internet. This is one of the most popular superfoods. We are talking about goji berries. Orange “droplets” promise vigor, good health and a slim figure. Should we believe them?

Short Game

No, no, now we are not talking about stock quotes and securities. We'll talk about aging. Unfortunately, humanity has not yet learned to completely stop this process, and the elixir of eternal youth remains a cherished dream. However, scientists still found the keys to the right locks and learned to slow down aging.

We all know how important hormones are to maintaining health. In the body of the fair sex, estrogens play a primary role. But already at 35 years old, the synthesis of “femininity hormones” begins to decline, and at 45 this process accelerates significantly. The closer menopause is, the more noticeable are the changes caused by a lack of estrogen, which a woman not only feels, but also sees.

What she feels: hot flashes, chills, increased sweating, headaches, changes in blood pressure, heart rhythm disturbances, frequent irritability, anxiety, worsening mood and mental performance, sleep disturbances, decreased libido.

What she sees: increased dryness, thinning and sagging skin, the appearance of new wrinkles, a “floating” oval of the face, loss of elasticity and sagging breasts, brittle nails, increased hair loss and disruption of their structure.

Hormones in “phyto” style

But let's forget about heavy sighs in front of the mirror and start taking action! The latest achievements in the field of anti-aging cannot but inspire, because they give a chance to maintain excellent appearance, a stunning figure and the joy of an active life full of unforgettable impressions.

And a comfortable entry into your new 50s will be facilitated by unique regulatory substances in plants - phytohormones, or rather phytoestrogens. They are so called because they resemble real female hormones and are skillful imitators of the latter. And today, these substances are included in drugs that are used as non-hormonal therapy - an affordable alternative to synthetic estrogens. It is no secret that women often refuse to take them for fear of side effects. In addition, it must be recognized that oncological suspicion remains regarding these drugs. For example, in the global professional community there is still ongoing debate about a possible increase in the risk of developing breast cancer when taking synthetic hormones. And this only increases interest in herbal remedies.

And now we will present to you...

Tibetan gift with a Russian twist

Let's start with the name. Despite the fact that the homeland of these berries is the heights of Tibet, its name is the same as ours: “common wolfberry” or “wolf berry”. It ripens on bushes belonging to the nightshade family. It has absolutely no toxic properties.

" Goji " is the Russian interpretation of the English "goji". And the English version comes from a name consonant with a word from the Chinese dialect. This is how our Russian Dereza became the English Lady Goji. By the way, in China, the homeland of goji, these berries are also simply called “Chinese wolfberry”.

For some reason, scarlet beads of berries are often called barberries. Goji berries are not barberries, but they are similar in appearance. The berries are very similar to sea buckthorn: juicy coral color, size, elongated shape. Goji berries are in no way inferior to their friend berries in terms of the amount of benefits they bring.

Just like sea buckthorn and barberry, it retains its qualities when dried.

The unique abilities of the modest Russian-Chinese wolfberry were studied by American and European scientists. The results were simply stunning. If we briefly reflect the fruits of the labors of biologists, we can say the following:

• The berries contain 18 amino acids and 21 minerals;
• A huge amount of vitamin C, E;
• B vitamins;
• Nicotinic acid, iron;
• Beta-carotene and polysaccharides;
• The precious elements Germanium and Selenium are active fighters against cancer.

Let’s continue our consideration of the goji berry “dossier” and decide:

...TOP 8 valuable properties of phytoestrogens for women

1. Helps relieve hot flashes, palpitations, and night sweats.
2. Helps maintain a normal psycho-emotional state and good sleep.
3. They have a beneficial effect on the central nervous system and help improve memory.
4. Slow down skin aging by enhancing collagen synthesis, renewing epidermal cells and maintaining normal secretion of the sebaceous glands.
5. They have antioxidant activity - they can neutralize free radicals.
6. Helps maintain bone density.
7. They have a positive effect on fat metabolism, vascular function and blood pressure, helping to prevent cardiovascular pathology.
8. They help ensure the prevention of diseases of the genitourinary organs by improving blood circulation in the pelvis, the quality and cellular composition of vaginal mucus.

Black cohosh extract

The beautiful black cohosh is rich in substances with estrogen-like activity. Studies conducted abroad and in our country have shown that cohosh preparations

can significantly alleviate the symptoms of menopause (hot flashes, increased sweating and nervous excitability, sleep disturbance, mood changes, apathy, etc.). In addition, black cohosh extract has a positive effect on metabolic processes in the bones. But it does not have a negative effect on the tissues of the uterus and mammary glands, even with prolonged use, as well as on the liver.

Contraindications for use

Before engaging in treatment and weight loss, you should definitely familiarize yourself with all the contraindications that exist in the use of goji berries:

• Do not use goji berries if you have a high fever or signs of inflammation;
• those who suffer from allergies of any kind should avoid the use of Chinese barberry, because this is fraught with an allergic attack;
• These berries should be used with caution by those who have diabetes or hypertension (those medications that are taken for treatment in such cases can negatively affect the body by interacting with the substances of goji fruits);
• Goji fruits should not be consumed by those who suffer from poor blood clotting, people taking medications with anticoagulants and during menstruation - this can cause bleeding.

In any case, consult with your doctor, if you have any health concerns or are not sure that you know how to properly take goji berries for weight loss, make sure you are doing it correctly.

Soy isoflavones

Well, what would we do without them! They are rightfully considered classic phytoestrogens, with a very wide range of properties. Soy isoflavones not only help alleviate the symptoms of menopause, but also, for example, have a beneficial effect on blood cholesterol levels: they help reduce the level of “harmful” cholesterol and increase the level of “good” cholesterol, preventing the development of atherosclerosis. They also have antioxidant properties, help maintain bone density, and prevent the formation of blood clots in blood vessels.

Tea recipes:

Here are some ways to brew tea for weight loss:

1 way:

• 1 tsp fenugreek;
• 1 tsp cow's milk, you need to prepare an infusion and take it daily before bed.

Method 2:

• 2 teaspoons fenugreek;
• 2 glasses of cold boiled water. Boil for a few minutes. It is recommended to take this decoction 3-4 times a day.

3 way:

• ginger;
• lemon zest + lemon juice;
• spices (turmeric, cumin);
• 1 teaspoon Helba tea;
• 0.5 liters of boiling water;
• honey.

Grind the ginger root into a bowl using a grater, add Helba, cumin, turmeric, lemon zest and sprinkle with lemon juice. You need to mix everything thoroughly and pour boiling water over it. This mixture should sit for several hours. Since the broth is quite spicy, you can add honey to improve the taste. Take 200 ml of the decoction an hour before breakfast, lunch and dinner.

4 way:

• 1 teaspoon Egyptian tea;
• 200 ml boiled water;
• Stevia decoction.

Brew Egyptian tea with boiling water and leave overnight, in the morning add stevia decoction in a ratio of 2/1. Take in the morning on an empty stomach. Do not eat food for 2-3 hours after taking the decoction. Thanks to this drink, the desire to eat is significantly dulled.

This is just a small part of the recipes for making a healthy drink. Egyptian tea is an excellent aid in losing excess weight. Greater and faster results in losing weight can be achieved if, along with these recommendations, you follow a proper, healthy diet and give the body physical activity.

Resveratrol

It was first isolated 80 years ago from white hellebore. In subsequent years, the list of sources of this amazing substance has expanded significantly. It included, for example, peanuts, mulberries, sprouted beans, peels and seeds of red grapes, and knotweed. Resveratrol is a powerful antioxidant. However, not everyone knows that it also has estrogen-like activity. Resveratrol has a beneficial effect on the skin, stimulating the synthesis of the “protein of youth” collagen, and protects against photodamage. In addition, it reduces the risk of osteoporosis and cardiovascular pathology, and helps maintain normal fat metabolism.

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Superfoods and products

Superfoods should be a must-have in your diet, especially since many of them also contain phytoestrogens. For example, aguaje fruits, chia, flax and sesame seeds,
Peruvian poppy.
They will help you maintain youth, attractiveness and sexuality, and will charge you with energy for an active life. From food items, you should add apples, pomegranates, carrots, wheat, oats, lentils and rice to the menu.

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Where to buy goji

“And I raised it myself,” one blogger proudly declared from the screen. I just grinned. It's actually easier to buy goji berries. And it’s not even a matter of complex agricultural technology. What is the point of growing wolfberry in a polluted area? There is a factory there, there is a highway here, it is better to remain silent about the quality of water for irrigation and the cleanliness of the soil. Superfood in this situation will not work. The berries will not be able to accumulate vitamins, minerals and other nutrients.

Basic requirements for a superfood:

• environmental friendliness;
• no GMOs;
• 100% natural.

A conscientious seller will provide all information about the product without any problems. It has accompanying documents and quality certificates. If you don’t know where to buy goji berries, then I’ll share a link to our friends’ store. The guys consume superfoods themselves, know how to choose, and quickly collect and send orders.

Has anyone already met goji? Share interesting recipes and your use cases.