Herbal remedies have been used for various heath issues since the dawn of time. When I say herbal remedies this gives you a vague notion as to what type of herbs/plants I am referring. In America we use herbs and other safe medicinal routes for various complications not only in reproductive health but in countless others as well. Because there are so many plants that grow in this fertile land many herbal remedies can have a profound impact on infertility.

Infertility: Herbal Supplements

Alfalfa: This affects the endocrine system and hormone function with its ability to promote or affect the flow of menstrual fluid as well as affecting the immune system and reactivity with its ability to dissolve blood clots to help blood flow.

As you continue to clean out your garden beds for the end of the season, consider using some of the yarrow that you are cutting back for not only your compost pile but also for your skin. [For more about the advantages of growing yarrow in your garden, see Yarrow, the plant doctor.] (It so happens that the yarrow in my own gardens is still doing quite well. In fact, the 'Oretal Petals' even has some blooms, and it is now October.) Yarrow has excellent astringent qualities that makes it a good choice for cosmetic purposes. These astringent qualities make its use very effective for those individuals with oily skin. When yarrow is combined with nettle - an herb that cleanses and improves circulation - a cleanser for oily or problem skin can easily be created.