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Herbal Fertility for Women

There’s no shortage of herbal remedies with centuries of traditional use trailing behind them. Makers of herbal fertility supplements offer you hope for a fraction of a price of conventional fertility treatments. However, Mayo Clinic expert Mary Gallenberg, a gynecologist and obstetrician, states there’s no convincing proof that herbal supplements will help you and your partner conceive.

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Side Effects of Herbal Breast Enhancement Pills

Thanks to author Judy Blume and her coming-of-age book, “Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret,” many teen girls grew up chanting, “We must, we must, we must increase our bust!” Women with big chests are often the envy of those stuck in an A-cup. In frustration, small-breasted sisters will go to great lengths for a well-endowed chest, including herbal breast enhancement pills. Unfortunately, these pills can have adverse side effects that might not be worth the bigger bra.

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Herbal Teas and Pregnancy

Herbal teas, with their many health benefits, are the drink of choice for many women, but pregnant women should be wary when drinking some herbal teas. While some herbs are considered safe and even beneficial for pregnant women to drink, the effects of other herbs on developing embryos is simply not known.

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Herbal Teas During Pregnancy

When you’re pregnant, drinking a cup of caffeine-free herbal tea may seem like a better option than downing a cup of coffee or black tea. But Dr. Laura Riley, author of “Pregnancy: The Ultimate Week By Week Pregnancy Guide,” argues that drinking any herbal teas while you are pregnant is not safe for you or your baby. The American Pregnancy Association recommends certain teas, but only with the approval of your doctor or midwife.