Behind the label: what is EstroG-100?

Better Nutrition, Oct, 2007

In this new regular spotlight, we are taking a closer look at innovative supplement formulas and explaining how they work. This month's focus is on EstroG-100, which is designed to help with menopause and hormonal balance. The unique combination of herbs have been shown in double-blind, human studies to alleviate symptoms of menopause and PMS. Here's a point-by-point reference:

[DEFINITION] A proprietary blend of herbs featured in several products (e.g., Country Life Vitamin's EstroG-Balance and Jarrow Formulas' EstroG) and widely available at health food stores.

[BENEFITS] In clinical research, EstroG-100 was shown to ease hot flashes, vaginal dryness, PMS symptoms, and joint pain, as well as enhance mental clarity.

[INGREDIENTS] An isoflavone-free mix featuring Korean herbs that have a phytoestrogenic effect on the body:

* Phlomis umbrosa

* Cynanchum wilfordii

* Decursinol-50 (also proprietary like EstroG-100), is a natural analgesic and anti-inflammatory extracted from the Korean herb Angelica gigas Nakai.

[DOSAGE] In the clinical studies, researchers used 4 capsules daily, totaling 385 mg of EstroG-100.

[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

[WHAT YOU MIGHT NOT KNOW] "During menopause, reduced levels of circulating estrogen induce loss of bone mineral density, which can be impeded by the use of EstroG-100," says Michael Jeffers, vice president of sales for JLM Marketing, Inc., the company that manufactures EstroG-100 and Decursinol-50.

[ALSO NOTEWORTHY] Further investigation by scientists revealed that EstroG-100 lowered triglycerides and increased serum human growth hormone in women.

[MISC.] No changes in weight, blood pressure, or total cholesterol were observed in patients taking EstroG-100.