Shatavari, 90 tablets

Shatavari is one of the most important herbs in the Ayurvedic pharmacopoeia. It is considered to be a rejuvenative for the female reproductive system, but it is also used by men as a tonic herb. It supports immunity, intellect, and stamina.

Ingredients: Shatavari root, Asparagus racemosus*.

Banyan Botanicals, $

Women's Support, 90 tablets

This formula supports proper functioning of the female reproductive system. Like most traditional Ayurvedic preparations, this tonic rejuvenates and energizes the systems it nourishes.

Ingredients: Shatavari root, Asparagus racemosus*; Guduchi stem, Tinospora cordifolia*; Vidari Kanda root, Ipomomea digitata*; Punarnava root, Boerhaavia diffusa*; Musta root, Cyperus rotundus*; Brahmi herb, Hydrocotyle asiatica*; Aloe, Aloes spp., Tulsi leaf, Ocimum sanctum*; Coriander seed, Coriandrum sativum*; Rose petals, Rosa damascena*; Fennel seed, Foeniculum vulgare*; Cardamom seed, Elettaria cardamomum*; Cinnamon bark, Cinnamomum cassia.*

Banyan Botanicals, $

Female Plus, 60 tablets

This is an Ayurvedic product for women with menopausal mood and energy fluctuations: it works on an emotional as well as physiological basis. The theory is that while the ovaries are retiring, the pituitary body is still producing hormones that would normally trigger estrogen and progesterone production. The formula is basically a nervine, i.e., a blend of herbs that helps to pacify vata in a way that reduces mood swings and restless sleep.

Ingredients: standardized extracts of Shatawari (Asparagus racemosus), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Cumin (Cumimum cyminum), Pipli (Piper cubeba), Caryophyllus aromaticus, Nageshkar (Mesua ferrea), Purnarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa), Bombax malabaricum, Ginger (Zingiber officinale), Guggul (Cedrus deodara), Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, Hygrophila spinosa, Vasak (Adhatoda vasica), Ficus bengalensis, Nelumbium speciosum, Andropogon muricatus, Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Byronia laciniosa, Indian gooseberry (Emblica officinalis), Lodh tree (Symplocos racemosa), Ashoka (Saraca indica).

Vadik Herbs, $

Female Rejuv, 60 capsules

The formula is intended to regulate the female cycle and alleviate spasms that contribute to pain and excessive fluid loss.

Ingredients: standardized extracts of Ashoka (Saraca indica), Karela (Symplocos racemosa), Anantmul (Hemidesmus indicus), and Shatawari (Asparagus racemosus).

Vadik Herbs, $

Breast Balm, 4 oz.

This organic balm for the breast helps remove toxins and tonify tissue so as to retain supple skin yet firmness. It can be used during breast self-examination or to stimulate the flow of lymphatic fluids.

Ingredients: Ghee (clarified butter)*, Coconut Oil*, Olive Oil*, Beeswax*, Shatavari root (Asparagus racemosus)*, Ashwagandha root (Withania somnifera)*, Vidari Kanda root (Ipomoea digitata)*, Fennel seed (Foeniculum vulgare)*, Licorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra)*, Jasmine essential oil*, Rose essential oil*.

Banyan Botanicals, $

Tulsi, 100 Vegicaps, 450 mg.

Tulsi or holy basil is one of the most important herbs in the Ayurvedic pharmacopeia. It is an ingredient in many formulas but is offered here as a single herb. Studies find it helpful in the management of hepatitis, tuberculosis, malaria, and a host of other diseases. It is relaxing because of its antispasmodic effects. It improves transport of oxygen and seems to have estrogen lowering effects.

Ingredients: Tulsi, Ocimum sanctum in vegetarian capsules.

Vadik Herbs, $

Shatawari Ghee, 5 oz.

This ghee is tridoshic but is especially useful for pitta imbalances. It supports the female reproductive system and helps to regulate the menstrual cycle. It can be used internally, externally, or in cooking. Excessive use may aggravate the kapha dosha.

Ingredients: Ghee, Asparagus racemosus.

Vadik Herbs, $