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Keep in mind everyone's body has different needs. You must have a good herbal book around and be knowledgable about your body. Herbs, just like pharmaceuticals, are used for certain conditions and can be quite dangerous if used improperly.

My emotions went haywire a day or two before my period. My poor hunny seemed to do extremely silly things that caused me to go off in ways that scared me to death.

I did my research and started taking EPO for that reason alone. From the first dose, my mood stabilized and my cycle became a lot easier. It saved me from being locked up on PMS-related charges.:grin:

Just my 2 cents!
 
Interesting! I plan on starting taking EPO - but not for my hair - but because hubby and I are trying to start a family, and EPO is well known for 'regulating' and stabilizing your menstrual cycle and your reproductive hormones .....I'm not sure what sort of reactions/intereaction EPO and the Pill might cause, as all the research I've done around women using EPO was specifically for conception, so obviously, they weren't on the Pill.

With all that said - does it help your skin only, or your hair as well?
 
HAPPY NEW YEAR LADIES!

I started taking Oil of Evening Primrose along with Black Cohosh and up to 1200 IUs of Vitamin E for peri-menopause symptoms like hot flashes, etc. It works wonderfully! I have been taking it for approximately 10 months. My skin glows and my hair has reaped some benefits as well.

Oil of Evening Primrose is good for many issues and is a wonderful supplement. It helps to regulate all kinds of things and helps you sleep better as well. My Nutritional Healing textbook lists Oil of Evening Primrose for just about everything! :lol:
 
Ravenhairbellydancer said:
I just thought it was my responsibility to add my opinion on EPO.. I took this for a couple of months back in the summer and my results were anything but pleasant..... I think it did give me smoother skin but the menstrual effects of this were frightening,, I was extremely irritable almost to the point of insanity and the period itself was so utterly heavy ity was grusesome and it was disabling and I also suffered the worst cramps I had ever experienced.. Another effect I suffered was a total loss of sex drive to the point where I couldnt even be aroused,, Im sorry if thats TMI but i feel I should let any prospective users know of the possibilities while using this,, It must have altered my hormones in an alarming way, perhaps causing an excess of estrogen which could also be a cause of cancer, I will never touch this stuff again , Im aware that its used for estrogen replacement in menopausal women..... all i can say is Be CAREFUL.....
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WOW :eek:

Has this happened to anyone else???
Did it return back to normal? if so how long did it take? sorry for all the questions :look:
 
Hey KissKiss,, yes it has returned to normal but i think it took maybe 2 months or so... Im not aware of this happening to anyone else but we know it can alter hormones so....
 
MonaRae said:
Ravenhairbellydancer - Do you eat beef and/or pork?
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I was going to ask her what else was she taking/eating when using Oil of Evening Primrose. It does bring up your etrogen levels and wondered if she already had a high estrogen level. I know that it helps to balance OEP with other supplements like Vitamin E...
 
I stop taking EVENING PRIMROSE OIL along with everything else becuse it did nothin for me.The idea of taking them suspose to stop CRAMPS/etc it fail me big time.
 
:.Krys.: said:
Has anyone noticed weight gain from taking them?
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Taking any supplement (including plain multivitamins) has the potential for weight gain. Supplements make you want to eat more. My doctor told me this years ago. Unless you exercise and drink lots of water, you will put on a few extra pounds... But the benefits still outweigh the cons...
 
I was taken CENTRUM LIQUID (doctor)she asked me do i take any vitamins immediately i say no it make me gain weight she said" no we all need some form of daily vitamins,I take a multi-vitamn it kinda make me sick to stomache no more pills for me.
 
Scarcity21

[/quote] ETA: my doctor told me to stop taking EPO and FLaxseed oil.[/quote]

Why?
 
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I seen more of a difference in my skin than my hair taking ep, but I know some things take a while to see results in to hair
 
scarcity21 said:
ETA: my doctor told me to stop taking EPO and FLaxseed oil.
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Why?[/quote]
bcos they mess with ur hormones being that Flaxseed oil is a plant estrogen...:ohwell:[/quote]

What does "mess" with your hormomes mean?

I'm curious because I'm taking flaxseed oil.
 
Esq.2B said:
Why?
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bcos they mess with ur hormones being that Flaxseed oil is a plant estrogen...:ohwell:[/quote]

What does "mess" with your hormomes mean?

I'm curious because I'm taking flaxseed oil.[/quote]

what i got from my MD is that they might throw the hormones off balance...at the time she just started me on BC so i dont know if thats y she said that...
On the otherhand when i went to buy the FSO..the lady at the vit shoppe said they will make u gain weight...i dunno how true this is being that i stopped taking it when my MD said to stop...if u havent noticed any negative side effects from taking EPO or FSO then by all means dont stop using them...I just know everybody is different and I wasnt on it long enough to see ANY effects...HTH
 
bettydavis said:
All I noticed was fuller boobs too(
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), but it might take a while before you can really see any results in your hair. I'm going to finish my bottle and see if I notice anything different.
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:cowgirl: .........
 
I need to get some Evening Primrose Oil ASAP! I woke up this morning [after finally getting into a deep sleep] with EXTREMELY HORRIBLE cramps...this has been happening for quite some time..and now I know I need to get some Evening Primrose to help alleviate the pain. What dosage should I get and how much do they normally retail for?
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(For those with endometriosis, fibroids, and other estrogen-dominant health concerns...)

I just wanted to add...if you suffer from too much estrogen and your cramps are related to that, EPO is the WRONG thing to take. Evening Primrose oil increases estrogen and helps with ovulation (so you can get pregnant if trying to conceive) among other things. For most women, it works wonders - unless you are estrogen dominant.

Then...it's a nightmare waiting to happen. Your cramps will be worse than they have ever been in your life. If you have no hormonal imbalances, have fun with it! :grin: Also...it will take about 2 months for the real pain to set in...

Article below...hope this helps someone. cj

Article: http://www.sensiblehealth.com/Journey-04.xhtml

4. Estrogen dominance, womens' problems, amenorrhea, and menopause


"The hyperestrogenism occurs as a result of failure of hepatic removal of estrogens from the circulation" - ref. 2 p.755
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Excessive estrogens and stagnation of blood circulation are the major cause of most women's problems including breast, uterine and ovarian cancers. According to Dr. John R. Lee in his book "What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Menopause: the Breakthrough Book on Natural Progesterone" (Warner Books, 1996), estrogen dominance is the cause of most women's chronic health problems. We are living in a polluted world where estrogens are present in almost every type of food that we eat. Since the liver is the organ that removes estrogens, a weak liver that fails to remove estrogens efficiently may lead to their accumulation (for liver cleansing and strengthening, see liver cleanse). When excessive estrogens become trapped in the uterus, ovary, or breast due to stagnation, they overstimulate cell division and lead to abnormal growth such as fibroids, cysts or cancer in these organs. Estrogens may also be accumulated in the brain or liver because they both have estrogen receptors.
PMS

A common woman's problem, PMS, is usually caused by high estrogen to progesterone ratio; the estrogen level may not be high in absolute value but is high relative to progesterone. The common symptoms of PMS such as mood swings, depression and bloating are all signs of estrogen dominance. Evening Primrose oil, which contains estrogenic activity, is a popular supplement for PMS sufferers. It offers quick relief for PMS symptoms but long term use may aggrevate the problems. Most people don't realize this. A PMS sufferer who had been taking evening primrose oil for 4 years came to see me. Her thighs were swollen with water retention due to excessive estrogens. After I told her to stop taking evening primrose oil in addition to taking Chinese Bitters, her swollen thighs became normal in about a month's time.
 
You know I didn't know you took it for hair. (duh) :)) I started taking it to combat menopause a few yrs after the Dr. wanted to put me on HRT, no pregnant mares urine for me, so I started taking EP . Not nearly as many flashes or mood swings. I haven't noticed any skin benefits or boob growth THANK GOD -I have enough. I can understand the DR's concern, seems like if you're not menopausal it could really cause some serious side effects. Be wise and consider the long term pros and cons of taking EP ladies.
Peace
 
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