As many as 10 percent of women of childbearing age in the United States has polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). PCOS causes cysts on the ovaries that affect a woman's ability to ovulate, making it difficult to conceive. Herbs have a long history of use to promote ovulation. Herbs that promote ovulation can help strengthen, cleanse and balance the female reproductive system. Consult your health care provider or a certified herbologist before taking herbs for ovulation.
False Unicorn Root
False unicorn root contains saponins that act like hormones to tonify the uterus and ovaries. False unicorn can improve female fertility, balance sex hormones and reduce menstrual problems and PMS. This herb helps benefit the secretory response of the ovaries, improving follicular growth and promoting ovulation. You can take false unicorn root as an herbal decoction or liquid tincture.
Vitex
Vitex, also known as chasteberry, can help regulate female reproductive hormones by imitating estrogen and progesterone. This herb can normalize the pituitary gland, which can help regulate the reproductive system. Research shows that vitex can increase the production of luteinizing hormone (LH) secreted by the pituitary gland to stimulate ovulation. You may not notice the benefits of vitex unless you take it consecutively for two to three months. You can take it as a tea, powder, liquid extract or tincture.
Saw Palmetto
Saw palmetto may be beneficial if you have difficulty ovulating due to PCOS. PCOS is characterized by increased androgen levels in the blood, and saw palmetto has androgen-modulating effects. It can reduce male-pattern hair growth, reduce weight gain and acne, and help stimulate suppressed ovulation. Take 4 to 6 dropperfuls of saw palmetto tincture daily and combine it with vitex for the best results.
