Increase breast and cup size through herbs

Using herbs and foods for breast enhancement is really nothing new. This mastogenic effect has long been known and used in various cultures throughout the world dating back to the harem girls in the middle east. The enhancing effect of herbs such as fenugreek and saw palmetto have been used in folk medicine for centuries. Modern science is just becoming aware of the healthy aspects of phyto-estrogens and their role in increasing the size and health of the breasts. The single herbs that we recommend have been safely used for centuries, unlike some of the questionable ingredients in the expensive and over complicated breast enhancing formulas on the market. The phyto-nutrients in these herbs for the breasts have been featured in numerous books about breast health and the prevention of breast cancer. The following are the most important of these herbs. (Now available in the New Enhancement Blend Kit, blended for ease of use.)

Fenugreek

Fast facts: minimizes symptoms of menopause, relieves constipation, controls diabetes, reduces cholesterol, soothes sore throat pain and coughs, eases minor indigestion, relieves diarrhea, increases breast size and milk production in nursing mothers.

From ancient times through the late 19th century, fenugreek played a major role in herbal healing. Then it fell by the wayside. Now things are once again looking up for the herb whose taste is a combination of celery and maple syrup. Modern scientific research has found that fenugreek can help reduce cholesterol levels, control diabetes and minimize the symptoms of menopause. In India, the herb was incorporated into curry blends. India's traditional Ayurvedic physicians prescribed it to nursing mothers to increase their milk. In American folk medicine, fenugreek was considered a potent menstruation promoter. It became a key ingredient in Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound -- one of 19th-century America's most popular patent medicines for "female weakness" (menstrual discomforts). Today, fenugreek is most widely used in the United States as a source of imitation maple flavor. But this may change as its medicinal value becomes better known. Another potential area for fenugreek is cutting into the plastic surgery business. For centuries rumors have floated out of the Middle East that harem women were fed fenugreek seed to make them more buxom. This turns out to be more than mere hearsay. The seeds, in addition to female steroid precursors, also contain compounds that increase healthy breast tissue. Since the seeds contain diosgenin and other plant phyto-estrogens Fenugreek provides a mastogenic effect resulting in enhanced breast size. Several studies have shown that fenugreek reduces cholesterol in laboratory animals, and Indian researchers have shown the same effect in people with high cholesterol levels. "There's no question that fenugreek reduces cholesterol," says Daniel B. Mowrey, Ph.D., director of the American Phytotherapy Research Laboratory in Salt Lake City, Utah, and author of The Scientific Validation of Herbal Medicine. Fenugreek also "has great promise in alleviating Type II (non- insulin-dependent) diabetes," says Dr. Duke. And according to one study, it may also help people with Type I (insulin-dependent) diabetes.

Saw Palmetto

Saw palmetto is now a popular and effective treatment for prostate enlargement in men but has it’s origins in natural medicine as a breast enlarger and is still recommended today by naturopathic physicians for increasing breast size. It is also used as an aphrodesiac, for the treatment of impotence in men, and for inhibited sexual desire in women. Saw palmetto has been used for centuries. Native Americans, dating back to pre-Mayan civilizations, used the berries for food and medicine and particularly for breast disorders in women. Early American botanists noted that animals who were fed with these berries grew sleek and robust, experienced restored sexual vigor and improved muscle tone. Saw palmetto is useful as a nutritive tonic, supporting the function of a healthy appetite and smooth digestion. Saw palmetto berry also tones the urethra, and it may be used to uphold the healthy function of the thyroid gland and urinary system. This remarkable herb has no side effects or drug interactions. It’s breast enhancing effects stem from phyto-nutrients that stimulate breast tissue, increasing health and size. To call saw palmetto a “man’s herb” is a disservice to it’s healthy benefits for both sexes.

Wild Yam

Wild Yam is probably the most widely used herbal tonic for women’s health. It is widely used as a breast enlarger and a sexual stimulant and is recommended by herbalist Susan Weed author of "Breast Cancer? Breast Health!" for healthy breast tissue. Wild Yam has long been used for it’s benefits in women’s reproductive health, including premenstrual syndrome and menopausal problems. It can be taken in capsules or in tea (though there are mixed opinions on the flavor). The powder can be added to creams or vaginal ointments, and can be added to your lotion for breast massage. The phyto-nutrients in wild yam are a good compliment to the nutrients in fenugreek for stimulating breast size increases.

Fennel

Fennel has been used for centuries to enhance breast size and to promote milk production in new mothers. The herb’s history is similar to the story of fenugreek above. It is second only to Fenugreek in estrogenic compounds and can be used in tea or added to lotion and massged directly into the breasts. Fennel is also used to treat amenorrhea, angina, asthma, heartburn, high blood pressure and to increase sexual desire in women. It is rich in the phyto-nutrients that increase breast size and is a great addition to the program.

Other Breast Enhancing Herbs

Dr. James Duke and others have added a few herbs to their lists of "mastogenic" herbs; herbs that can increase healthy breast tissue. While the herbs in our Breast Enlargement Kits are the best to start with and have the highest concentrations of the correct phyto-nutrients, some women may want to add one or two of these to the program. They include: Soy Isoflavones Red Clover Black Cohosh Pueraria mirifica These herbs have the added benefit of perhaps further reducing the risks of breast cancer. Whole grains such as oats, wheat and barley can also contribute nutrients that may boost the breast enhancing process and even chocolate is helpful.

Unfortunately, miscarriage is the most common type of pregnancyloss, according to the American College of Obstetriciansand Gynecologists (ACOG). Studies reveal that anywhere from 10-25% of all clinically recognized pregnancieswill end in miscarriage, and most miscarriages occur during the first 13 weeksof pregnancy. Pregnancy can be such an exciting time, but with the great number of recognized miscarriages that occur, it is beneficial to be informed on miscarriage in the unfortunate event that you find yourself or someone you know faced with one. The main goal of treatment during or after a miscarriage isto prevent hemorrhagingand/or infection. The earlier you are in the pregnancy, the more likely that your body will expel all the fetal tissue by itself and will not require further medical procedures. If the body does not expel all the tissue, the most common procedure performed to stop bleeding and prevent infection is a D&C. What is a D&C Procedure? D&C, also known asdilation and curettage, is a surgical procedure often performed after a first trimester miscarriage. Dilation means to open up the cervix; curettage means to remove the contents of the uterus. Curettage may be performed by scraping the uterine wall with acurette instrument or by a suction curettage (also called vacuum aspiration), using avacuum-type instrument. Is a D&C necessary after a miscarriage? About 50%of women who miscarry do not undergo a D&C procedure. Women can safely miscarry on their own, with few problems in pregnancies that end before 10 weeks. After 10weeks, the miscarriage is more likely to be incomplete, requiring aD&C procedure to be performed. Choosing whether to miscarry naturally (called expectant management) or to have a D&C procedure is often a personal choice, best decided after talking with your health care provider. Some women feel comfort in going through a miscarriage in their own home, trusting their own body to do what it needs to. Some see this as a vital part of the healing process, eliminatingthe question of “what if?” about the health of the pregnancy. There are also many women who miscarrywho have ahistory of gynecological problemsand don’t want to risk the possibility of anymore complications occurring from having a D&C procedure done. For most first trimester miscarriages, expectant management should be a viable option. For some women, the emotional toll of waiting to miscarry naturally is just too unpredictable and too much to handle in an already challenging time. Healing for them may only start once the D&C procedure is done. A D&C may be recommended for women who miscarrylater than 10-12 weeks, have had any type of complications, or have any medical conditions in which emergency care could be needed. How is a D&C procedure done? A D&C procedure may be done asan outpatient or inpatient procedure in a hospital or other type of surgical center. A sedative is usually given first to help you relax. Most often, general anesthesia is used, but IV anesthesia or paracervical anesthesiamay also be used. You should be prepared to have someone drive you home after the procedure if general or IV anesthesia is used. 1) You may receive antibiotics intravenously or orally to help prevent infection. 2) The cervix is examined to evaluate if it isopen or not. If the cervix isclosed, dilators (narrow instrumentsin varying sizes) will be inserted to open the cervix to allow the surgical instruments to pass through. A speculum will be placed to keep the cervix open. 3) The vacuum aspiration (also called suction curettage) procedure usesa plastic cannula(aflexible tube) attached to a suction device to remove the contents of the uterus. The cannula is approximately the diameter in millimeters as the number of weeks gestation the pregnancyis. For example, a 7mm cannula would be used for a pregnancy that is 7 weeks gestation. The use of acurette (sharp edged loop)to scrape the lining of the uterus may also be used, but is often not necessary. 4) The tissue removed during the procedure may be sent off to the pathology lab for testing. 5) Once the health care provider has seen that the uterushas firmed up and that the bleeding hasstopped or is minimal, the speculum will be removed and you will be sent to recovery. What are the possible risks and complications of a D&C procedure? Risksassociated with anesthesia such asadverse reaction to medication and breathing problems Hemorrhage or heavybleeding Infection in the uterus or other pelvic organs Perforation or puncture to the uterus Laceration or weakeningof the cervix Scarring of the uterus or cervix, which may require further treatment Incomplete procedure which requiresanother procedure to be performed

Miscarriage

What is Miscarriage?

Miscarriage or spontaneous abortion is the term used to denote the loss of a fetus within the womb before the 20th week of pregnancy is completed.

Many pregnancies are lost spontaneously before a woman recognizes that she is pregnant, and the clinical signs of miscarriage are mistaken for a heavy or late menses.

The term miscarriage is often subdivided for clinical purposes into:

Threatened abortion: A pregnancy complicated by bleeding before 20 weeks’ gestation.
Inevitable abortion: The products of conception have not been expelled but a miscarriage will happen.
Incomplete abortion: Some, but not all, of the products of conception have been passed; retained products may be part of the fetus, placenta or membranes.

Missed abortion: A pregnancy in which there is a fetal demise (usually for a number of weeks) but the products of conception are not expelled.
Complete abortion: All products of conception have been passed without the need for surgical or medical intervention.
What are the Causes and risk factors of Miscarriage?
Following are the most important known causes of spontaneous abortion.
Genetic and uterine abnormalities
Endocrine and immune system dysfunctions
Infectious agents
Environmental pollutants
Psychogenetic factors and
Endometriosis
Some of the risk factors that have been associated with increased incidences of spontaneous pregnancy loss include
Advanced maternal age
Maternal alcohol abuse
Maternal cigarette smoking
Medications
Multiple previous elective abortions
Previous spontaneous abortion and
Chronic exposure to toxins.
Certain maternal disorders such as poorly controlled diabetes, celiac disease and autoimmune diseases also play a role. 1,2
What are the Signs and Symptoms of Miscarriage?
The hallmark of spontaneous abortion in a pregnant woman is vaginal bleeding, which may vary from scanty spotting to frank bleeding. It may be associated with mild to severe pain in the abdomen.
The pattern of bleeding is slight in case of a threatened miscarriage while greater amounts may signify an inevitable miscarriage.
Partial or complete expulsion of the products of conception may occur within a few hours of the onset of symptoms, or expulsion may be delayed for several days.
How is Miscarriage Diagnosed?
The doctor diagnoses the condition based on the following:
Signs and symptoms observed,
Vaginal examination,
Certain laboratory investigations and
Imaging stud Vaginal examination helps the doctor to assess the severity of the condition and determine the status of the other organs of reproduction.
Blood tests are advised to know the levels of different hormones and also as a routine investigation to rule out other abnormalities.
Ultrasound examination is used to confirm the diagnosis.
What is the Treatment for Miscarriage?
The management depends on the type of abortion and ranges from expectant management to prompt surgical evacuation. Severe cases may require hospitalization and surgical evacuation of the contents of the uterus. In case of threatened abortion, if symptoms are mild, one may be advised bed rest and the avoidance of sexual intercourse along with increased fluid intake. This may be successful in preventing pregnancy loss when the gestation is greater than 12 weeks. Painkillers and sedatives may be advised to reduce the anxiety. However, it is considered as a high-risk pregnancy, which can progress to abortion at any stage.
If the bleeding does not stop with the above steps, evacuation of the products of conception may be carried out by the administration of certain drugs or by surgical measures.
These procedures are also carried out in case of inevitable and incomplete abortions. Other types are managed appropriately based on the signs of miscarriage. 1,2

What are the Complications of Miscarriage?

Complications to the mother are quite rare. However, in certain cases one may suffer from infection due to retained products of conception, which may need surgical intervention.
How can Miscarriage be Prevented
Proper care of the underlying disorders can prevent complications of these disorders resulting in miscarriage. Always speak to the doctor before planning for a pregnancy and discuss the precautions that need to be taken along with periodic visits to the antenatal clinics.

cost of all type of infertility treatment

think fertility treatments are only for fantastically wealthy celebs like Sarah Jessica Parker and Nicole Kidman? Think again. While some types of babymaking assistance can cost up to $100,000, there are others that can cost as little as $5 per month. So how much will they cost you? Well, we can’t tell you that exactly. “The actual costs vary depending on where you live,” says Natalie Burger, MD, a fertility specialist at Texas Fertility Center. “And insurance coverage for fertility treatment varies widely by insurance plan.”

Your age, medical history and fertility test results will help your doctor determine which fertility treatments may work best for you. These are some common ones, with prices for how much they usually cost in Burger’s area, Austin, Texas:


Oral Medications

Some of the most common fertility medications are oral medications, like Clomid or Femara. These medications are used to induce ovulation in women. And the great news about these is that they’re relatively inexpensive: about $5 to $20 per month. They’re commonly combined with intrauterine insemination (IUI). A typical cycle with oral medication, IUI and ultrasound monitoring can cost about $500 to $700 per month without insurance.

Injectable Hormones

There are some more potent hormones, called gonadotropins (“aka the injectables,” says Burger), which are a little more expensive -- used with IUI, you could expect to pay about $2,500 to $3,500 per month. But they’re more powerful at boosting fertility. “These medications can be helpful to further increase the number of eggs that ovulate in a cycle,” says Burger.

Or your doctor might suggest a “hybrid” cycle --where an oral medication like Femara is combined with a low dose of the injectable hormones. That usually costs about $1,500 to $2,000 per month.

In Vitro Fertilization

In vitro fertilization (IVF) “is the most successful treatment option,” says Burger. If you go the IVF route, you’ll probably need medications, ultrasounds, blood work, anesthesia and embryology procedures, which could add up to a total of $13,000 to $14,000. “This figure can vary, depending on how much medication the patient needs or if special IVF procedures need to be done,” says Burger.

Frozen Embryo Transfer



Considering a frozen embryo transfer? This is where you can store an embryo taken during IVF to potentially use later. The ultrasound, blood work, embryology procedures and uterine transfer involved could total about $2,500.

Egg and Sperm Donation



If you to use donor sperm to get pregnant, you’ll probably pay about $500 for one vial of donated sperm. If you get IUI with it, it will cost about $330, and if you get IVF, it will cost the normal IVF rate (see above). Donor eggs are much more expensive: about $24,000 to $25,000 per cycle.

Gestational Carrier

Commonly as a surrogate, a gestational carrier is a woman who can carry your pregnancy for you. If you go through an agency to find your gestational carrier, you could pay $80,000 to $100,000. If you have a sister or friend who’ll be your carrier, you’ll probably pay much less.

Egg Preservation

A typical egg preservation cycle is about $10,000 --but know that it can vary depending on the amount of medication needed to stimulate the ovaries.

How to Make Them More Affordable

Overwhelmed by those numbers? There are ways you may be able to pay less. “First, look closely at your insurance coverage to figure out which treatments are both medically appropriate for you and financially feasible,” suggests Burger. “If your insurance is coming up for renewal, consider speaking with your company’s HR department to see if there are plan choices that can better cover fertility treatment and evaluation.”

Currently, 15 states have laws that say insurance carriers must offer plans that include fertility treatment coverage, but unfortunately, your employer isn’t obligated to offer them. For more information for your particular state, check this out.

You might also want to contact your fertility treatment center and ask if it’s doing any studies you can participate in. Often, you can get reduced costs for taking part. “Many times clinics also have information on financing for patients who need it in order to proceed with treatment,” says Burger.

the cost of infertility treament in usa

The Costs of Infertility Treatment

While medical staff expertise and clinic success rates, reputation and location will most likely be the criteria you use to choose an infertility clinic, cost may also be a . Since most assisted reproductive technologies (ART) are not covered by insurance, the patient has to pay “out-of-pocket,” often leading to increased stress as well as long-term financial burdens.


Trying to find the costs associated with infertility treatment can be frustrating. RESOLVE sought cost information from more than 30 clinics across the country. Most clinic websites do not list pricing; in fact, the financial information on most clinic websites deals primarily with insurance issues, not treatment cost or payment terms. Some clinics have relationships with financing organizations such as Advanced Reproductive Care (ARC) or IntegraMed, (see “Infertility Financing Programs"), and include links to those services on their websites, but offer little information about the actual cost of treatment.

The American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) lists the average price of an in vitro fertilization (IVF) cycle in the U.S. to be $12,400. (ASRM does not qualify if this includes medications.) We sought to find the price of intrauterine insemination (IUI), one IVF cycle using fresh embryos, and the additional charges for intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) and preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) (where offered) from a cross section of clinics throughout the U.S. We called and e-mailed clinics that did not list prices on their websites, and discovered that some clinics generally do not give cost information over the phone (but they did for this story). When clinics do list the prices on their website, the information is clear and easy to understand, without many exclusions or disclaimers. RESOLVE encourages all clinics to post updated pricing on their websites.


Average cost of an IUI cycle: $865; Median Cost: $350 Average Cost of an IVF cycle using fresh embryos (not including medications): $8,158; Median Cost: $7,500 Average additional cost of ICSI procedure:$1,544; Median Cost: $1,500 Average additional cost of PGD procedure: $3,550; Median Cost: $3,200 (Note: Medications for IVF are $3,000 $5,000 per fresh cycle on average.)
Several interesting trends in clinic pricing have surfaced:

In areas with few infertility clinics, prices, on average, are higher High cost of living does not equate to high treatment costs IUI prices ranged from $275 to $2,457—a huge differential. Some prices quoted include medications, blood work and sonograms; others do not—hence the huge price differential. ICSI prices across the country are within $500 of each other—$1,000 to $1,500.

Conclusion Patients seeking ART such as IVF should choose their physician carefully and weigh a number of factors. If cost is a factor in your decision making, ask the clinic for a detailed list of procedures and corresponding costs, and follow up with these questions:
Are medications, tests, lab work and consultations included in the cost of treatment? Does the clinic provide financial counseling and psychological counseling? If so, are there fees for these services? Since most patients do not have insurance coverage for infertility treatment, knowing the costs up front makes good financial sense.m