Dr. Blossom Bitting
Naturopathic doctor and Manager of Professional Sales and Continuing Education,
St. Francis Herb Farm
As women age, their health-related needs change. These herbal remedies are catered to help them feel their best at every stage.
Over the course of their life, women undergo a series of significant hormonal transitions. It begins with the onset of puberty and first menstruation, continues into their peak reproductive years and sexual maturity, and is followed by perimenopause and menopause.
It’s important to recognize that with each changing phase, a woman will require different types of support. That’s why St. Francis Herb Farm provides a line of standout herbal remedies that are uniquely tailored to help women through the stages of their life. As Canada’s largest organic herbal products manufacturer, the company is proud to provide trusted, plant-based solutions.
Herbal remedies can be taken on their own or alongside other health care products to effectively support overall hormonal health. For a woman in her reproductive years, products like UTI Clear, Menstrual Tonic, Crampbark, and Chastetree work to relieve menstruation symptoms, balance hormones, and support healthy cycles. For the transition through perimenopause into menopause, Sage, Menopause Support, and Cala-Gel are just some of the carefully crafted tonics and formulas available. They address specific symptoms like vaginal dryness, hot flashes, and other discomforts.
Dr. Blossom Bitting is a naturopathic doctor and manager of professional sales and continuing education at St. Francis Herb Farm. She provides insight regarding the health journey of women and how to best support it.
How is the conversation around women’s health changing?
Now more than ever, there’s a sense of enlightened awareness surrounding women’s health. Discussions are being had and there’s so much access to information. This all helps to normalize a woman’s experience as their body changes. With that, it’s being acknowledged that woman require different kinds of support through each stage. They don’t just have to suffer through symptoms anymore. There are natural solutions available to smooth out those transitional times.
Why should women consider supplements to boost their health?
Supplements can be tailored to each phase. We have natural solutions for the many common issues a woman may face – including some they might not have realized they could get help with. These solutions have existed for centuries, and they work for a reason. We’ve evolved with these plants, so our biology understands how to absorb and utilize them. Our formulas are complementary boosters that work best when you’re taking care of yourself holistically, meaning you’re maintaining proper eating, sleeping, and exercise habits.
What are your favourite St. Francis Herb Farm products, specifically pertaining to perimenopause and menopause?
For perimenopause, Regular Flow offers a great combination of stringent herbs that reduce and moderate the pace of menstrual flow in the moment. I recommend Menopause Support to treat many common symptoms including irritability, mood swings, and hot flashes. These tinctures are made up of herbs that help balance and calm the body and mind – making those transitional times smoother. Our women’s health line provides lots of information to clearly indicate which phase each product is for. We make it easier for people to find the right solutions and get the help they need.
Learn more at stfrancisherbfarm.com/womens-health.
For personalized medical recommendations, please speak to your naturopath.
