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Vitex

MrsG81
MrsG81
I wanted to know if anyone has used the supplement Vitex. I heard that it helps with ovulation and I'm thinking about using it.
deleted_user
deleted_user
it help with your progesterone levels- I am trying it now, but it takes 3 monthes before you see any results- also the dosage varies- the books say 300- 500 mg - I have to use a preogesterone supplement so i was hoping this would help- at least there aren't side effects
deleted_user
deleted_user
I tried taking it back in july as i thought i might have luteal phase defect.(my luteal phase was only around 9-10 days, 10 days being the minimum needed for a viable pregnancy and vitex is said to help because it can increase progesterone)
I took it for a week but my tummy got too upset so I stopped. I also got itchy all over so I don't think my body took to it.
I then decided to try B6 and evening primrose supplements and they worked a treat! I take both for the first two weeks of my cycle (as eve primrose can cause uterine cramping so you shouldn't take it after ovulation).
The two supplements really worked for me - my last cycle i had a 16 day luteal phase!!!! i couldn't believe it! (am hoping it's not a fluke) the evening primrose oil also helped me with breast pain and it's supposed to be good for your cycle in general.
good luck! i hope the vitex works for you but if not i would suggest trying the b6 and eve pr oil. We all respond differently - it's worth a try!
deleted_user
deleted_user
heard of it helping alot of people but not with ovulation. It just helps to regulate your cycle length. It won't trigger ovulation but it can help put it on the right day of the month.
LJPage95
LJPage95
To add to what Susanmp said, I've read that after you Ovulate, to start taking Flax Seed Oil supplements.

I take Vitex and dont' know if it really helps or not, but its cheap enough, why not! I used to take Fertility Blend, which has Vitex as it's main ingredient. My hair grew really fast and my nails were thick and nice. I don't know if it helped with my fertility but I did see other changes in my body.
MrsG81
MrsG81
To LJPage95,

I think I'll try the Flaxseed Oil supplement. I've heard good and bad things about Vitex and I just wanted to hear what other people thought of it. We'll see what happens.

Thanks to everyone for their comments!
deleted_user
deleted_user
i found a good site with a listing of natural ideas:

http://www.babyhopes.com/articles/herbs.html

Some of them I found on Amazon, and are brands you can find at the store...I'm also hitting up the herbal store for the rest...I'm ready to try ANYTHING!