Spirostans
Diosgenin, [dioscin,] yamogenin, sarsaponin, sarsasapogenin, luteone and asparanin B (shatavarin IV) are spirostans. This is a different group than the one spironolactone belongs to.
breast.is blog archive: 2019
Herbs for stress
Damiana and mulungu tea are good for relieving stress. Only a pinch of damiana is needed. Mulungu has to be steeped in boiling water for 20minutes for it to be effective. Skullcap is made for stress, but I never tried it. St. John's Wort and valerian are other herbs used for stress. Damiana is really effective, but it seems to lose its potency each time it is used.
[Unfortunately, damiana is prohibited in certain countries and regions.]
Anon05's herb program
Herb program for Anon05. There are older pictures of positive results. Regular updates. Her maximum bust size was 35¼". It has stalled here and fluctuated in size. Her bust size is expected to go past this.
Wiki open
wiki.breast.is is open.
Wiki coming soon
wiki.breast.is is coming soon. The image on the right is a teaser.
Theoretical herb program
Theoretical herb combinations for effective breast growth.
Milkthistle; Silybum
Profile on Milkthistle (Silybum). Other thistles within the Aster family are mentioned.
Canadian Belle's herb program
Here's a new herb program for Canadian Belle. There are positive results. Regular updates.
Fennel
Profile on Fennel.
Making herbal tea
For making herbal tea, the water just has to reach boiling, which means the temperature is 212°F or 100°C. Once water boils, its temperature cannot go higher in conventional settings, so boiling the water for a longer duration does not serve a purpose. Then, the herbs can be added and stirred in as it cools. Herbs in these programs don't need to be steeped in boiling water for a set duration of time.
A portable induction cooktop with an induction capable saucepan or teakettle to boil water is convenient. This boils water quickly (in under two minutes), and it can be set to automatically turn off. Some induction cooktop interfaces are easier to set cooking time than others. Conventional electric and gas stoves take longer to heat, and they must be watched.
If using a microwave to boil water, be sure the ceramic cupware is labeled as microwave safe.
Using the hot water dispenser from a coffee maker is another alternative to preparing herb combinations. The water from a hot water dispenser used for making tea doesn't have to be at boiling temperature. If the tea is made the same way as the coffee is made, the coffee remains can have an effect on the herbal tea. Coffee has slightly androgenic properties.
Use a tea or coffee cup for preparing or drinking, because the handle lets you hold it while it's hot. Ice cubes or additional room temperature water can be added to cool the tea down. Adding cold water can crack the ceramic cup, which consuming the contents from is a hazard to health.
Anti-mullerian hormone
High levels of anti-mullerian hormone (AMH) is associated with high LH and high androgens for those with PCOS. AMH levels are measured to indicate fertility. Lowered fertility likely has to do with reduced FSH and [reduced] estrogen sensitivity.
Fenugreek
New entry on Fenugreek.
Anethole & estragole
[Anisoles, including its] polymers[,] include: anethole, dianethole [and] estragole.
Spearmint[, peppermint, basil] and fennel contain [anisoles] as active hormonal constituents.
Isoestragole and transanethole are other names for anethole. Estragole and anethole are isomers. Dianethole and photoanethole are polymers of anethole.
Anise (Pimpenella), Black seed (Nigella) and Dill (Anethum) also contain varying amounts of anethole, estragole or its analogs. High amounts of these phytohormones are unsafe.
Evening primrose suggestions removed from proliferative phase
Evening primrose has been removed from suggestions for proliferative phase. There are more bodily hormones that can balance its actions during mid secretory phase. Evening primrose still requires additional herbs for balance. It shouldn't be a problem, and it has caused breast growth at that time, but this is an attempt to err on the side of caution.
This is reposted for all to see.
Updates
Breast and hip tissue should increase the ability for estrogen conversion from androgens.
The term hormone receptor blockers is inaccurate to describe hormones' effects according to this research. Phytohormones can multiply, act directly on or cause an inverse action of hormone effects or of other phytohormones. A phytohormone's basic actions are agonize, antagonize and influence bodily hormones. These actions desensitize or sensitize receptors, and increase a bodily response. The ultimate effect depends on the presence of other phytohormones and bodily hormones.
Caffeine, for instance, can cause an inverse effect [which is] shrinking tissue size, when added to a herb combination that would otherwise cause growth. Update in schedule: sunflower must not be used in the presence of when negative symptoms occur.
Anon03 blog update
Update for proliferative phase. Fenugreek was used in a herb combination, and evening primrose was not used this time.
Sitemap timestamps
Use the timestamps at /sitemap for most recent updates, because not all [major] updates are mentioned in this blog.
Papaya and black walnut
Papaya seeds kill intestinal parasites. Black walnut (Juglans nigra) hull as extract or powder also kills worms. Juglans can cause a hormone imbalance with excessive or extended use, so a small amount is recommended. You may feel an improvement after taking papaya seed or a minimal amount of black walnut.
There are other herbs that can get rid of intestinal parasites, but papaya seeds and black walnut hulls are safer and highly effective. Pineapple also breaks down worms. Pumpkin seed only works against certain species of intestinal worms, and it doesn't completely destroy them. Wormwood kills intestinal worms, but it is easily toxic in high doses.
Updates
Breast and hip tissue should increase the ability for estrogen conversion from androgens.
Update in schedule: sunflower must not be used in the presence of when negative symptoms occur.
Opensource materials
Free peer-reviewed textbook on physiology published by Rice University: https://openstax.org/details/books/anatomy-and-physiology. Some images are available at /appendix/diagrams.
Other subject textbooks available: https://openstax.org/subjects.
Vitamin supplements
There has been recent controversy about vitamin supplementation. From now on, suggestions will be limited.
Vitamin C [supplementation] will be suggested, as it preserves fat soluble vitamin E, and possibly other fat soluble vitamins and antioxidants. Vitamin E [supplementation] may be used, but use it sparingly and with foods with fiber. If you take vitamin D, be sure it is in a complex with calcium, magnesium and [if available] zinc. Vitamin B12 supplementation (with B vitamins complex) is only for those who don't eat meat, dairy or eggs.
See /appendix/nutrition for vitamin amounts and for information on nutritious foods.
Acne
Acne is caused by androgens, glucocorticoids, corticotropin and insulin. Androgens trigger the production of sebum from sebaceus glands, which causes acne. Insulin affects the size of sebaceus glands. Unfortunately, hair follicles transform mild androgens into DHT, which hirsutism symptoms often show up after acne symptoms go away.
When there's acne, there's potential to use herbs with an estrogen analog to cause breast growth. The problem is, acne caused by herbs has seemed to antagonize one of two estrogen receptors before. If the estrogen simile targets the wrong receptor, the herb won't work, and there's potential for increased negative effects. It is much better to use the right herb combination, than to try to react by adding herbs later. If the correct herb compliment is taken moments late, that can potentially increase androgenic results.
Estrogen imbalance
Older articles on aromatase and anti-dht herbs redirect to /appendix/estrogen-imbalance.
Estrogen Deficiency
Basic symptoms of estrogen deficiency.
Hot-flashes
Low estrogen contributes to hot-flashes in women. Hot-flashes are common when estrogen sensitivity or estrogen production is low.
Evening primrose (Oenothera biennis) oil increases FSH and has been proven in studies to lower hot-flashes. Oenothera biennis is useful during secretory phase to increase estrogen for breast enhancement. During other times, evening primrose by itself may not provide the right balance.
Treating Hirsutism Blog Updates
/programs/hirsutism01 is a herbal program blog to treat estrogen deficiency. It is an attempt to correct female body hair excess and reduce female hair loss, and to promote breast enlargement despite it.
Kudzu comparison to evening primrose
During proliferative phase in the past, kudzu when taken alone [has] caused hot-flashes, excessive urination, increased mucus and additional hair on hands. [This information on Pueraria was from past observations].
The effect of pueraria alone, has [two] similiarities to partial combinations with evening primrose for someone with low estrogen during proliferative phase. Evening primrose and several combinations with it [has] caused temporary hot-flashes and frequent urination [then afterwards an improvement in body temperature].
The differences were that temperature did not later normalize with kudzu, and evening primrose hasn't caused additional body hair the way pueraria did.
Anon03 Blog of Herb Use
Program blog of herb combination effects for different times of the menstrual cycle.
This blog is organized by phases, so it is easier to follow. Herbal program is gradually being improved upon.
Herb combinations & receptor regulation
Herbs that sensitize estrogen, androgen and progesterone receptors cause different effects depending on the presence of bodily hormones or other herbs.
Receptor Regulation
Herbs that upregulate estrogen receptors include: hops, ginseng, lavender and schizandra. Thistle and clover probably upregulate estrogen receptors too. The best time to take these herbs is during mid-secretory phase and early premenstrual phase, after testing if evening primrose oil causes growth. Prolactin increasing herbs like clover, thistle and hops can't be taken during proliferative phase. Lavender and ginseng can be taken during mid-proliferative phase, only if primrose works first for that day.
Co-herbs
Hormones work better when there is antagonism or a combination of desired hormone effects on a receptor. When there is a lack of antagonism, desensitization is a problem, and effects can quickly cause the opposite of the intended effect. Receptor subtype matters for hormone response. Because of this, phytochemical selectivity of a hormone analog can have different effects. Antagonisms that work on the same receptor type or in the presence of normal body hormones usually produce a synergistic response.
Hops often requies mint. Clover often requires fenugreek. Hops, however, does not work consistently with fenugreek. Lavender was removed as a potential co-herb. The efficacy of herb combinations also often depends on phase and part of a phase. There are times when some of the above herbs can be used alone, but it has often been difficult to time their use.
Theory on herbs that regulate ovarian health during different phases
Estrogenic herbs such as ginseng, fennel, schizandra and sage regulate ovarian size and function. My theory is that whether estrogenic [upregulating] herbs diminish or nourish the ovaries depends on whether they are taken during the proliferative and ovulation phases, and in the presence of other present hormones.
Estrogen is naturally the dominant hormone during proliferative phase. When breast growth is caused primarily by progesterone, that is not representative of ovarian growth. The sensitization and function of androgen receptors (AR), estrogen receptors (ER) and aromatase enzymes in the ovaries are equally important for health. When there is a lack of stimulus of androgen or estrogen effects, the ovaries shrink. When either progesterone, androgen or estrogen effects are primarily present, ovarian function diminishes. Estrogen production relies on the presence of androgens, and likewise, when both estrogenic and androgenic circumstances are present, the ovaries perform functionally.
During mid-proliferative phase and ovulation phase, ginseng, fennel and lavender by themselves cause breast growth, which may be a representation of ovarian growth. During other phases, ginseng and fennel taken by themselves cause breast shrinking, which may be associated with ovarian shrinking. Lavender taken outside of proliferative phase requires the use of mint, fenugreek or another androgenic herb for breast growth.
Studies on different species of sage (Salvia) manifest different results of diminishing or improving function of the ovaries. This could be perhaps, because of variations of phytohormones present in different species of sage or by methods of extract. Studies show that fennel, schizandra and ginseng improve ovarian function, but this may be circumstantial, based on the phase of the menstrual cycle and in the presence of other bodily hormones.
Estrogen Deficiency
Basic symptoms of estrogen deficiency. Older articles on aromatase and anti-dht herbs redirect to /appendix/estrogen-imbalance.
Hot-flashes
Low estrogen contributes to hot-flashes in women. Hot-flashes are common when estrogen sensitivity or estrogen production is low.
Evening primrose (Oenothera biennis) oil increases estrogen production and has been proven in studies to lower hot-flashes. Oenothera biennis is useful during secretory phase to increase estrogen for breast enhancement.
Treating Hirsutism Blog Updates
/programs/hirsutism01 is a herbal program blog to treat estrogen deficiency. It is an attempt to correct female body hair excess and reduce female hair loss, and to promote breast enlargement despite it.
Recent updates
Important and notable updates of less than a month old, include: