My Experience with Vitex (Chasteberry): The Good and the Bad

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After having a love and hate relationship with Vitex for a long time, I've finally made it work, so this video is all about my experience with it, both the good and the bad things I noticed. Vitex gave me normal periods for the first time in my life and for that I'll be forever grateful. Have you tried Vitex? How was your experience? Thank you so much for watching this video!
#vitex #chasteberry #womenshealth
This is the Vitex supplement I started from: iherb.co/uQ7Jb6jJ
This is the one I'm taking now: iherb.co/DPgqRpCb
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@MissKrystlelive 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing! This is very helpful 🖤

@ashleyshante6362 Ай бұрын

Love everything about this video! The lighting, your voice, getting right to the information, and also having a balanced review. Thank you 🤍

@Vitalivesfree Ай бұрын

Thanks so much for such beautiful feedback! ❤️

@MikaAltidorMMC 24 күн бұрын

Thanks for your honest review. Very helpful

@missnaa6759 3 жыл бұрын

All da info i needed

@GreenLifeInDublin 6 жыл бұрын

Great video, Vita! I just Iove the fact that you are solving your body's problems one by one all by yourself, and it is clearly working :) And to answer your question, no, I haven't tried Vitex, but I seriously need to look how to balance my hormones, I feel they are out of whack. If I remember correctly, you have a video series on it, I'll start with that xo

@Vitalivesfree 6 жыл бұрын

Yes, I do have many videos about it and an entire series, too. Hope you find helpful information in there! Thank you so much for your support, my friend!

@rozchristopherson648 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for this video. ❤

@shawanaabdulaziz8298 7 ай бұрын

Hey! Thanks for the video. So did you take vitex daily including the period days? And what time is best to take vitex. Do I take it early morning empty stomahc?

@melissa-qp2ld 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video..., I'm trying to TTC for 2 years but unsuccessful probably due to low progesterone. So now i will definitely try Vitex so hopefully will get lucky soon.

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

Lots of baby dust to you!

@rapunzel7879 4 жыл бұрын

Hi melissa, Any update?

@1_step_up 5 ай бұрын

This was very informative thank you

@AuntyM66 Жыл бұрын

I have been taking vitex for nearly two years. It has really helped by heavy periods and cramps. It took a year before I noticed the results. I am peri menopausal Now my periods every two months and are a lot lighter. My skin clear and I feel happier. I wish I had found it earlier. I now take only 1 tablet per day. 😊

@serendipity9944 6 жыл бұрын

I just ordered the Vitex liquid from Gaia because I struggle with swallowing capsules. I also ordered the shavatari and not sure how to combine these. I am thinking try the vitex first before incorporating anything else. My main concern is I get my period regular one month and the next month it is a week early and it’s very draining on my body because I don’t store iron. I did buy copper tablets as you did point out that copper plays a major role in repairing our cells and storing iron. Thank you so much for sharing your experiences and helping us who seem lost. I don’t trust Drs because most of them are brainwashed by the pharmaceutical frauds

@Vitalivesfree 6 жыл бұрын

Yes, trying things one by one is the best thing to do. Hope Vitex helps! Let me know how it goes for you.

@user-vr7ib7jp9c 6 жыл бұрын

Just my 2 cents: I began taking vitex in tincture form at the beginning of my period about two months ago. It began working for me within days. I will chronicle the symptoms that were alleviated almost immediately, beginning at ovulation. Previously I’d been able to tell straight away when I’d ovulated because my breasts would become sore immediately, and then be sore until my period truly began, after about 5 days of spotting. I had zero breast soreness (which surprised me to the point I thought I might be pregnant), zero pms symptoms, and spotting was reduced to 2 days. Also, my period came a few days later than predicted, I believe because the vitex immediately lengthened my luteal phase, which had been short. Cramps I’ve reduced through a different herb tincture called cramp bark as well as cinnamon. Anyway, I was so amazed by the efficacy of vitex- I highly recommend tincture form. I believe it’s cheaper that way as well. Also, I was advised by a naturopathic expert that if your body can really utilize a herb well (for medicinal purposes), the effectiveness can be almost immediate as it was for me. I also began incorporating hot yoga at the same time, which I’d stopped doing, and increasing my greens intake while reducing sugar and eliminating snacking. All of this has really made a difference. Thanks for the helpful advice about libido and dosage, I certainly wouldn’t want anything interfering with that. (Actually, vitex has helped in that regard because intercourse can sometimes be painful for me due to various related issues, and on vitex it has not been!)

@Vitalivesfree 6 жыл бұрын

I agree, a liquid version worked better for me (the liquid caps from Gaia). So glad it did wonders for your health, too!

@plant-basedturneround2631 Жыл бұрын

Hey Vita! I get consistent hot flashes but only since taking Shatavari. Did you have this experience? The issue for me is I was unintentionally under eating, low-fat diet and omega 3 deficient which eventually led to adrenal fatigue, hormonal imbalance- hair loss, insomnia, weight gain. I know you can’t advise or suggest. But if I have low progesterone, you think shatavari could make it worse? Vitex sounds like the better herb for boosting progesterone.

@ahmayaedwards8712 6 жыл бұрын

I’ve been taking it for couple of months now it has been great. It has helped with my PMS tremendously. I had short cycles that averaged 17 days apart and I feared they would make there way back to twice month, which I had when I was a teenager and I had to take birth control. My doctor is always harassing me about getting on birth control. I tried a couple years ago and I immediately noticed a change in my behavior. I became very angry and depressed. I told my gynecologist, and he suggested I take a lower dose and I told him NO. I went back to him after having a cyst rupture and he still insisted I get on BC. It was very scary. But I prefer using natural remedies.

@Vitalivesfree 6 жыл бұрын

I really hope Vitex continues improving things for you with each month. It's truly such an amazing herb. And it angers me how pushy doctors are when it comes to birth control pills. No matter what reproductive issue you have, they will offer the pill as if it was some kind of a panacea for everything. So ridiculous and very, very sad. Glad you're taking initiative and digging deep!

@ahmayaedwards8712 6 жыл бұрын

VitaLivesFree Thank you.

@gracefulbeauty1985 6 жыл бұрын

ahmaya edwards YES!!! My doctors are like birth control pushers and I keep refusing! I’ve heard bad things about BC and I want to move to more natural remedies for my reproductive issues.

@gracefulbeauty1985 6 жыл бұрын

VitaLivesFree Mu doctor is very pushy with the birth control! I have a fibroid and I’m looking for natural remedies.

@mreudeco 11 ай бұрын

Your face is glowing

@LillyOfTheValley77 Жыл бұрын

I’m wondering can you take progesterone cream along with vitex? Im currently doing the cream. Or would vitex be enough?

@knowledges393 2 жыл бұрын

Hello thank you for you video and sharing both sides …recent months I got irregular period each time week late and I got facial hair too I’m guessing that might be “PCOS” and already I got Christopher’s chaster tree berries with around 500mg that recommends two capsules a day , I would be so happy to hear about your idea .

@Vitalivesfree 2 жыл бұрын

Hopefully Vitex helps! But if it's really PCOS, Vitex isn't always the best thing. Look into Liver and Gallbladder flushes as well. They're incredible for a better hormonal balance, as liver is responsible for hormone metabolism.

@whiggygirl 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Vita :) I tried Agnus Castus about four years ago (Linden's) and I had some fantastic results, particularly with my basal body temps in the luteal phase. Unfortunately Lindens stopped selling it though and you can only get 400mg tablets now in the UK, whereas before I was taking 1000mg. I have tried it again on two more occasions but this time I haven't noticed any results whatsoever, and sadly my luteal temps have long since gone back to being extremely erratic and not steadily increasing as they should

@Vitalivesfree 6 жыл бұрын

Try liquid caps from Gaia, they're so potent, and you can find them on Amazon or iHerb. Perhaps they would help normalise the luteal temps once again.

@julissag7867 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the great video! I’ve been taking Nature’s Way vitex for almost 3 months now. I have noticed a dramatic difference in my period cramps & discomfort- hardly present now & my mood has greatly stabilized with far less mood swings & PMS. I am currently taking 2-3 capsules a day & haven’t noticed any bad side effects as of yet.

@Vitalivesfree 6 жыл бұрын

Yay, so glad to read about another success story. Thank you so much for sharing!

@wondersoflife8288 3 жыл бұрын

Hi... i know this is an old post....but i wanted to ask did u take it during ur menstrual cycle? Or did u take that 1 week break and started vitex after that?

@user-vg8ez9cu6u 3 жыл бұрын

@@Vitalivesfree Curious when us the best time of the cycle to start Vitex?

@XtineJohnes 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Vita, I recently found out that iron is used by the pituitary to create progesterone, so if your iron is low, your progesterone could be low. I recently extended my cycle from 21-24 days out to 29 days by increasing my Ferretin level with iron supplements, no herbs needed. So before using Vitex, it could be a good idea to check iron level and optimize it first, then if the progesterone level still doesn't come up, then try herbs like vitex to increase it.

@Vitalivesfree 4 жыл бұрын

Very interesting point! Thank you for sharing!

@SRBOMBONICA86 3 жыл бұрын

Omg I will try iron for sure

@user-vg8ez9cu6u 3 жыл бұрын

Great point. Just found out I'm iron deficient

@cosmiccream2469 2 жыл бұрын

Is there a brand recommendation?

@XtineJohnes 2 жыл бұрын

@@cosmiccream2469 yes I like 3 Arrows Iron Repair

@berries2511 7 ай бұрын

Hello Vita, my 15 year old daughter has been having a 21 day cycle since her menarche at 12. Tests revealed progesterone to be very low. She's insulin resistant and gaining weight despite eating balanced meals. Her skin also has become dark, patchy(not melasma type). Was wondering if vitex will be right for her. Kindly advise 🙏.

@desislavaivanova9027 Жыл бұрын

Hi, I took 400 mg tablets 3 per day for just one week and I stopped the intake as I decided to start taking the tincture instead of the tablets and still waiting the tincture to come. However, just 1 week of intake , 3 tablets per day, and my period is not coming now, It was supposed to come a week after i stopped taking the vitex, but it is not coming 6 days already and i don't feel that it will come soon. Never happened to me. Since the last 6 months my period is late 2-3 days all the time, which was weird enough, but now it doesn't seem even to come which never happened to me. Is it possible reaction of the vitex intake?

@nunyabizllc2 11 ай бұрын

I wonder how it would work being on bio identical hormones already ... progesterone. Testosterone and estradial ..my doc is still saying my progesterone is low and I tried the pills but they made me really nauseated like morning sickness .ugh ..anyways i have the combo in a cream ..i am in menaoause or I think ..I used to have very bad periods and lost a lit of blood ..bad pms abd cyst on left ovary ..progesterone stopped all of it ..i got to where i didnt have a period at all . Not sure how healthy that is but anyways ..thinking of trying it . Has nayone else tried it being on bio identicals or in menapause ? I am curious to know .thanks 😊

@jaimiemainberger5039 Жыл бұрын

What do you think about dim ( estrogen motabilizer) or calcium d-glucarate??

@cprivera1 6 жыл бұрын

Very helpful video. Thank you. I had a question. Every time I've weaned myself off of vitex, after a few months my symptoms of acne and bad PMS start to come back. But if I go back on vitex it goes away. Would you say vitex is safe at a low dose long term with breaks during menstrual cycle?

@cprivera1 6 жыл бұрын

& by low dose I mean only one capsule a day. I take natures bounty. & seems to be a fine dosage. I take about a week break every month during my cycle. Just not sure if its meant to be long term??

@Vitalivesfree 6 жыл бұрын

I've heard women taking it for years without any issues but I've also read that it's good to come off it for a month every 6 months but I suppose that's for women who don't take breaks during their period. Having a five-day break every month would probably be enough to keep it effective long term. But that's just my guess. You'll need to do your own research.

@Zinnie988 2 жыл бұрын

Vitex (chasteberry) is natural progesterone only. So that's what it balances, your progesterone. So bad crampers, heavy bleeders (i.e low progesterone, endometriosis, PCOS), vitex will help. Start low dose and increase steadily to find your happy balance.

@tamerapillay1789 2 жыл бұрын

Does it help with mood swings and pmdd

@Zinnie988 2 жыл бұрын

@@tamerapillay1789 then get your blood tested, and get some bio-identical progesterone USP. Only a blood test will reveal how much you need.

@joyoflearning2124 2 жыл бұрын

Can it help with shrinking fibroids ?

@sylviabbz 7 күн бұрын

Do you take it everyday or do you start on a certain day within your cycle? Thanks

@Dana-xq4gl 5 жыл бұрын

I noticed that Vitex made my face prettier.. made my eyes sparking & my skin glowing

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

I noticed similar things. I'm so happy for you!

@dvw7677 5 жыл бұрын

My skin broke out 😩

@blackcoffee2002 5 жыл бұрын

How long before you saw results?

@nasa9542 4 жыл бұрын

Hi vita. Thanks for your great content. I am taking vitex for my spotting before period's. Its been over one month and haven't seen any results regarding the spotting. Starting to loose hope, as most people seem to notice the benefits straight away. When did you start noticing the benefits? And anyone else who has experienced not seeing any results until after the 2nd or 3rd month?

@Vitalivesfree 4 жыл бұрын

I didn't see any results at all after the first month. I'd say after two months is when I started seeing changes. It really does take a while to start working.

@BriannaSam1 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Nas, I too started taking Vitex for spotting between periods. It has only been a week, and I've noticed changes in my sleep and energy. I sleep a lot deeper (like when I'm menstruating) but I also wake up with a lot more energy (unlike menstruation). I haven't had any spotting either yet, buuuut this also isn't the normal time that I would spot.

@juneecaps1986 2 жыл бұрын

I started taking vitex with ashwagandha last september but at certain intervals of the week because I experienced side effects like acne, dark brown spotting, and sore throat (not sure if this has something to do with thyroid). But it sure alleviated my long periods because before I had 2 week menstrual bleeding but now I only have it for 7 days but crampy especially on the 2nd day. Not sure for this month though

@Vitalivesfree 2 жыл бұрын

Could it be something like salicylate or oxalate sensitivity (those are the ones that cause issues with herbs)? Also herbs do take a few months to balance things, they don't really have complete results after just a month or two, so sometimes we just need to give them more time.

@laurensherwood4720 3 жыл бұрын

Hello! I was taking a PMS Supplement that included a blend of Vitex & Dong Quai for about a month, I stopped taking it because it was making my very normal cycle late. Once I stopped it, my period came. When my next cycle was coming, I had a major anxiety attack with extreme depression and anxiety up until my period actually came. Are there withdrawal side effects from stopping the vitex? I didn’t notice these symptoms when I was actually taking them, only a month after when my next cycle was due!

@Vitalivesfree 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, it's always best to wean off Vitex slowly and gradually.

@projetoculturaldelas Жыл бұрын

Hi Vita, I started vitex because I recently discovered an ovarian cyst. I took it for 3 months but I get very depressed, so I couldn't stick to it. I saw another video of you and you mentioned that you also got depressed. How did you manage that to keep taking it?

@hspsperspective Жыл бұрын

hey! am not sure you should take it if you have ovarian cysts, especially if your LH is high, so ask your doctor in case :)

@masongtarkang791 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for being the only KZfaqr to answer almost ALL questions. I started vitex (puritan's pride) about 4 years ago. Out regulated my periods, settled bloating and felt really good for me. I went off it periodically. Then I completely stopped. Recently, I started cinnamon and poria and some other fertility boosting herbs. I took those for 2 weeks and started heavy heavy heavy bleeding. Eventhough I've stopped those herbs I'm still spotting/ bleeding my periods are close to 10-15 days! I'm considering restarting the vitex. What do you think?

@Vitalivesfree 4 жыл бұрын

If it helped you in the past, it might help you again. How strange that cinnamon and poria caused these kinds of issues. Wow, it just proves that herbs are really powerful and that we're all different.

@ericaaahn 4 жыл бұрын

I don't know if this gave me severe panic and anxiety attacks that I never experienced before. But I was taking vitex in order to help with my missing period( HA).It actually really helped because I've got my period back after 2 years not having it. But since i had some problems with my urinary tract I had to take some antibiotics so I've stopped vitex immediately. And then I've experienced terrible panic anxiety attacks.. Do you think stopping vitex immediately made me experiencing these side effects? And can you give me any advices 😭Do you think I should taking again? I'm sorry for my bad english grammar! I really enjoyed watching your videos❤️

@ericaaahn 4 жыл бұрын

I want to balance out my hormones with vitex bc I think it really helped me! But I'm so scared that it will make me experience theses scary side effects gain!

@Vitalivesfree 4 жыл бұрын

Dropping Vitex suddenly can really affect progesterone levels, and lower levels can cause panic and anxiety attacks, so your experience does make sense. When I stopped taking it, I weaned off it gradually because I learned my lesson the hard way. The first time I quit it suddenly as well and really suffered.

@gypsygarner2413 Жыл бұрын

When you first start Vitex can it cause breast tenderness? It did it from day 1.

@rebeka145 4 жыл бұрын

Oh when you mentioned hot flashes.. I can relate! I was taking birth control with progesterone and it helped me alot, but I did quit it 5 years ago. After quitting I was getting red and hot suddenly and sweating at night I thought something was wrong. It passed on its own. I figured since I need progesterone i would try vitex instead. I have a question tho. I have regular periods, normal bleeding. My issues really are PMS and very painful breasts as well as headaches. Do you think vitex can helpe with that without messing with my regular periods? I know I have high estrogen and I'm scared of blood clots so also working on lowering that. I'm a very petite person so I think I would not need a high dose perhaps

@Vitalivesfree 4 жыл бұрын

From what I've read, it seems that Vitex isn't the best herb for those with regular periods. It seems that it can mess up regular cycles. I would try other things first. Have you seen my video about PMS? Here it is: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mJOpmtZerd-zZnk.html.

@theconcealedmistress 2 жыл бұрын

Birth control puts you in menopause.

@DyneCollection 5 жыл бұрын

You are the very first person that discuss about the spotting , I can not stand it. I am thinking of taking vitex

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

Spotting can be really annoying. I used to have it for up to 10 days before a period. It's like I almost never had completely period-free days. Vitex helped a lot though.

@DyneCollection 5 жыл бұрын

Wow, amazing. I’m glad to hear that vitex helped in some way for that issue, there is hope.

@ariadnek6065 4 жыл бұрын

Do you know if is ok to take Vitex pills together with Dandelion pills or the Dong Quai capsules ? Thanks very nice video . Xx

@Vitalivesfree 4 жыл бұрын

Dandelion should be OK, and dong quai - I wouldn't really mix the two. But please do your own research. I can't give you individual advice. ❤️

@starrjohnson1327 2 жыл бұрын

I take vitex early in the morning, 30 minutes before anything supplements or food. I think dong quai should be taken later in the day. I take dandelion with breakfast since it helps with the liver

@redmoon8217 Жыл бұрын

Hi I am search for an answer to why taking this makes me really sleepy of a day, like I am on a tranquilizer and then not able to sleep all night with insomnia? Ashwaganda does the same thing to me. Any advice from anyone? Or anyone have this experience?

@ferry2495 Жыл бұрын

The thing with vitex is many women start with high doses like 200mg or 400 mg that's too much and the instructions on the bottle suggest two to three capsules which is so wrong. If you are estrogen dominant / have estrogen toxicity vitex alone might cause more problems and you need to take a dim supplement along to get rid of the toxic estrogen in the body. It's always good to start a low dose like 20mg and see how it works I would never take a high dose of vitex when starting with it. Also, no one talks about taking vitex in menopause and post-menopause which is frustrating and should be taken, and of course, start a low dose and stay on a low dose in that situation. At the end of the day its always good to do the dutch test and know where you are at but it's bloody expensive so yeah good luck everybody and be cautious with the dosage start slow and increase gradually.

@loveyourself894 24 күн бұрын

Thanks for the info

@3uptowns875 5 жыл бұрын

I’ve been taking vitex for about one month and so far I’m loving it. But I’ve also been using a a daily multivitamin. I’m just wondering if that’s okay to use while on vitex ? Will it interfere with the vitex ?

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

I don't see why a multivitamin would interfere with Vitex. Glad you're enjoying it so far!

@grapefives7762 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, I know this video is old but you are the only person online I've seen with so much information on vitex. I started taking vitex in January after I had two conseuctive really awful cases of PMS with horrendous mood swings and suicidal thoughts and I saw amazing results, It felt my like more normal PMS. I stopped it abruptly in May after reducing to 1 pill and my PMS this month was really awful until i started taking vitex again a few days ago and I instantly felt better, a day after taking it. I suspect I have estrogen dominance issues. Is Vitex okay to take long-term? And would it be better to take it over taking the pill?

@Vitalivesfree 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, absolutely. Vitex fixes the issues, rather than mask symptoms and cause bigger issues down the line like the pill. Some women take it long term. Although as with most herbs it's best to take a month off or so to keep them working well. ❤️

@tamerapillay1789 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, did vitex help with the mood swings the suicidal thoughts are symptoms of pmdd. Any side effects?

@grapefives7762 2 жыл бұрын

@@tamerapillay1789 yes vitex helped and I didn't get any side effects that I noticed

@tamerapillay1789 2 жыл бұрын

i took it for 3 months worked extremely well but suddenly stopped. all pmdd symptoms back and the withdrawal by stop taking it is dizzness

@starrjohnson1327 2 жыл бұрын

@@tamerapillay1789 do you take DIM? I take that, fish oil and b-complex

@AlvinaRayne 5 жыл бұрын

How did you know how many ml you had? Did you collect and measure with the diva cup or something?

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, I used a menstrual cup.

@makedasquarrel4681 5 жыл бұрын

I am supposed to be getting mine in the mail in a few days. I hope that it yields the same results for me. I have went to two gyno docs and one says I have PCOS while the other says that I don't but both are very pushy about getting me on birth control. The 1st doc gave me an ultrasound and said i had a cyst on my ovary and a fibroid on my uterus in additions to having elevated testosterone levels. Almost a year later I go to the second doc who is totally dismissive of all my concerns. My visits to them were caused by my random spotting and their only suggestion to me is BC. I really do hope this works.

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

I really hope it helps!

@PandaA-cv3mm 3 жыл бұрын

Hope you’re doing better. How did the vitex work out for you?

@taylor0927 5 жыл бұрын

Hi , I have irregular periods . LMP was in April will this start my period soon ? I’ve been taking vitex fruit pill from GNC since June 3rd. 3 pills each morning 400ml

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

Vitex is one of the most effective ways to restart missing periods, so hopefully it helps!

@flowerpixel 5 жыл бұрын

I want to try vitex but I read it works by lowering prolactin? Do you know if you had high prolactin? Or if I have normal prolactin levels, will it just stay the same?

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

It does lower prolactin if it's too high. But I don't think it does anything to normal prolactin. I had and have normal prolactin levels.

@ashayasutara6707 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this helpful video. Can I take Vitex whilst still on the Pill? I want to come off the pill in a couple months time but I am trying to avoid the hormonal acne which has occurred when I have stopped the pill in the past.

@Vitalivesfree 6 жыл бұрын

It's generally not recommended to take Vitex while on the Pill. It also interferes with the contraceptive effect, so it's not a safe choice at all. A lot of women find that if they quit the pill and start Vitex instead, their hormonal acne doesn't even start or stays very mild. Even if it doesn't, it's just a transition and it will all pass.

@ashayasutara6707 6 жыл бұрын

VitaLivesFree thanks for the information I am doing more research on it now. I gave myself about 4 months of being off the pill last time and my skin just broke out very badly, but I think this product may help to stabilise my hormones this time around. Fingers crossed. How long do you need to be on it for?

@ivonvazquez9217 5 күн бұрын

@@VitalivesfreeI’m on BC pill and on placebo days I plan to take vitex?

@patwagner9308 5 жыл бұрын

I am much older than you …..I have a vitex story, too. When my periods started, they were out of control. They were extremely heavy w/ clotting. I was getting blood on my clothing, on my bedding. I had to change my pads very often. I didn't suffer w/cramps...but the heavy bleeding was horrible. It was more like hemorrhaging. My periods would last a couple weeks ! They ruled my life for years & years. It wasn't until I was close to menopause age that I started seeing a natural health doctor & she put me on vitex. Oh my gosh, the difference that made! For the last two years of having periods, I experienced normalcy !! I didn't realize, tho , that vitex was something that would benefit me now....20 yrs. after my period stopped. I am estrogen dominant....I'm going to get some vitex & get back on it !

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing!

@patwagner9308 5 жыл бұрын

@@Vitalivesfree you're welcome! Sharing helps . We can learn from each others' experiences.

@petraterhaar7592 4 жыл бұрын

I have the same problem now, and I thinking of useing vitex for this, I am now Two months on my perriod and hevvy, How many cupsuls have you use in the beginning? Hope you can reed this, sorry for my bad englisch. What did you notes in the beginning when you starten. Thank you

@treasuringpricelesstime5962 3 жыл бұрын

Same here...very heavy bleeding. How long did it take to see improvements? My period was just ending and I started Vitex, and now it's starting a flow again! Not good for a heavy bleeder who's already low in iron. I know it takes time to regulate your hormones though so I am not sure if I should continue or change my 2 pill a morning dose.

@glow2490 5 жыл бұрын

I was diagnosed with a microprolactinoma and I am noticing the medicine prescriped has some awful side effects. Do you recommend this to lower prolactin levels in place of Cabergoline? Thanks!

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

Vitex is known to lower prolactin levels, but it's not a question for me to answer. You need to do your own thorough research and speak to your doctor.

@user-vg8ez9cu6u 3 жыл бұрын

@@Vitalivesfree yes I heard its only for women with high prolactin and low dopamine levels

@RoyMane 3 жыл бұрын

Hello, I know this video is old but my periods are regular (they were irregular in the past). I just received my vitex in the mail and I wanted to take it to increase fertility because I am trying to have a child and almost 30 now. I have read we’re it helps with fertility but most videos only show how it helps with cycles. Do you think I should give it a try? If so, I have been taking prenatal for almost a month. Should I stop taking those?

@Vitalivesfree 3 жыл бұрын

Don't fix what ain't broken. 😉 Vitex is for those with irregular periods. How about taking something else that improves fertility and is good for ladies with regular periods like shatavari or maca? Lots of baby dust to you! ❤️

@syamimalia1210 4 жыл бұрын

Hi. I need help. I am considering taking vitex for my irregular period. I get it every month but my menstrual cycle is usually 40-50 days. I am on month 2 of ttc. Should i take it or not?

@Vitalivesfree 4 жыл бұрын

Vitex could shorten an excessively long cycle length and it's very helpful for conception as well, so definitely worth considering, but please do your own research. Lots of baby dust to you!

@3NSII 4 жыл бұрын

I've always had a 28 day cyclus and started using a supplement because I heard it could help with PMS symptoms, two weeks into my cycle I'm having a sudden bleeding, I'm wondering if this could have anything to do with the vitex supplements?

@Vitalivesfree 4 жыл бұрын

Vitex does take a long time to start regulating hormones. But it's also not the best thing if you have regular cycles. I've read of many cases where it threw off regular cycles. Hope it's all good by now!

@lakshmi1791 3 жыл бұрын

@@Vitalivesfree same issue. started spotting between the cycle

@Briar08 11 ай бұрын

Vitex helped me to get pregnant after 6 years of trying i did have one daughter already bit couldnt get pregnant again . Vitex is helping my high fluctuation of hormones while ovulating . One other thing though my breasts are sore and they feel bigger like their growing my braw feels tighter in the cup area . Im currently taking it due to high fluctuation of hormones. I feel better like normal also yes my skin feels and looks better.

@treasuringpricelesstime5962 3 жыл бұрын

How long did it take to see improvements? My period was just ending and I started Vitex, and now it's starting a flow again! Not good for a heavy bleeder who's already low in iron. I know it takes time to regulate your hormones though so I am not sure if I should continue or change my 2 pill a morning dose.

@Vitalivesfree 3 жыл бұрын

It really does take time, like all the herbs. As far as I remember it took me 2 or 3 months to see real improvement. ❤️

@rashmikukanur7296 2 жыл бұрын

Did vitex help you eventually?

@rafataziz401 7 ай бұрын

Yes that’s the problem. That’s why I can’t take risk for myself. Raise your iron levels high enough to take risk of such experiments. I don’t think buyer will work if your progesterone is high. Symptoms of estrogen and progesterone dominance both are same

@1sr0 6 жыл бұрын

Helpful video. Thank you. I tried it many times like you did. Did not know that you cannot stop abruptly. Have you tried Myo-inositol and D-chiro-inositol combo? Heard amazing things about this combo for reproductive health. Mine is a long story but on iodine (make sure to take complimentary supplements that go with this), dhea and just added the above combo, i have the most amazing periods now - 3-4 days, no spotting, no pain or cramps and perfect clean flow (sorry TMI). Hopefully it will help somebody.

@Vitalivesfree 6 жыл бұрын

I know that the combination of Myo-inositol and D-chiro-inositol is a common treatment for PCOS. It does wonders. I can't take any inositol though because it raises histamine and I get hayfever symptoms from it right away. I'm super happy with the way my periods are now, so I'll just stick to what's been working so far. But thank you so much for sharing. Perhaps the information will benefit somebody else.

@brittanyowen7787 5 жыл бұрын

I stopped taking abruptly after I was getting bad side effects. This is bad? I was only taking it for two weeks.

@courtneyanne368 5 жыл бұрын

Hi do you take the inositol and vitex together?? Whats your results if so??

@user-vg8ez9cu6u 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for posting this alternative combo. May I ask what symptoms you were experiencing prior to taking the myo-inositol, d-chiro-inositol, iodine and DHEA? Can you share the dosage and duration please? Thanks you ❤

@immnotaboutthatlife2086 9 күн бұрын

I am sharing my personal experience in hopes that it will help others. Currently in perimenopause. Average cycles: 24-26 days with a few short cycles throughout the years for the past 5+ years so I didn’t think anything was wrong but maybe I’ve been in peri and never knew it. Then my cycles became 35, 14, 34 with bleeding lasting past 7 days. I was going crazy so I decided to make some changes. 1st cycle on vitex (500mg) morning and night - started taking it on day 8 of my 14 days cycle. Bled for a full 15 days. Continued to take it every day. Cycle 2: 34 days, switched to a mix of dong quai and vitex (1000mg) and only took a morning dose from here on due to the high dosage. Bled normally for 6 days, spotted on day 7 and that’s it. Yay! I also bled like I did when I was younger. The past few years it was 2-3 days of bleeding then nothing to spotting for the rest of the time so even though I bled more, I was still happy that I was bleeding normal like my younger years. Cycle 3 was down to 28 days and this is where I’m at currently so it seems to be normalizing me. In addition to vitex and dong quai, I also quit sugar and started exercising daily. Ate less too and I think the combination of all 3 things is what helped me and I will see what happens on the next cycle but so far so good. Happy not to go down the hormone therapy or birth control route as I much prefer the natural way. The only con are the hot flashes. They are worse! But you can’t win them all. I plan on staying on this regimen until I hit the 6 months mark and then will take a break per recommendations. Good luck ladies! PS I appreciate the info about weening off rather than totally quitting. I’ll make sure to do that when I hit the six month mark.

@andrearichard1583 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I started taking Vitex a month, and 2 weeks ago and my period is gone. I was having some Luteal phase spotting but now I don’t feel even cramps or signs that my period is coming, idk what to do to get it back, is this normal? I stop the Vitex 4 days ago. I don’t know if I should get back and lower the dose from 1000 to 500

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

Just like any herb, Vitex is definitely not good for absolutely everyone. Perhaps it's not the best one for those with regular periods either. I never experienced my periods disappearing from Vitex, they actually got more frequent (too frequent actually), so I really can't help you much here. Perhaps get your hormones tested if the period doesn't come back?

@deletedsap-med 5 жыл бұрын

Perhaps your progesterone got really high which happens during pregnancy and hence you are late Go for one table spoon of clarified butter( ghee) and add to it 5 crushed almonds and 5 crushed walnuts , cook in the frying pan & add to it one tablespoon of chickpea/chana daal flour ( besan which is used to make pakora in Asian cuisine ), once it's cooking which happens very fast as all are dry ingredients , add small amount to water to make it into paste and then cook for a minute again until ghee leaves the paste , add some molasses to sweeten it , and eat it twice a day . Morning and evening Yiu will get your period back

@deletedsap-med 5 жыл бұрын

And kindly tell how many days of your cycle did you take it and the dose ??

@nasimm91 4 жыл бұрын

Hello, I started taking vitax 2 months ago my cycle was very regular 22 days cycle had miscarriage in Mach I thought it happened because of low progesterone level so I decided to start vitax. It's been two months I have not had my periods, its very stressful I had stopped taking it last week still no sign of periods.

@stockyphilb7663 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing! My g/f is considering this herb so i'm looking into it for her. It really seems like there's a bigger problem, and not just with her. I'm in my 30's, but every girl i've ever been in a relationship with has had PMS issues, so much so that i've never dated a girl that was on birth control...FOR birth control. It pains me to see something that should be as natural as the tides has to be manipulated by pills, diet, vitamins, etc. There's something seriously wrong with existence, and it's manifesting in women. Top it off with a world full of people, including doctors it seems, who don't know what "normal" is. When we started dating she was on the patch, and it regulated whatever needed it enough that she had a period. But she quit using a few years ago and hasn't had a normal period since. She's of the mind it revolves around her weight, and that probably is a bigger piece, but there's so much more to it that it's just frustrating. Thanks again. Hopefully this will make a positive difference that will educate both her and I about what the root of the problem is, and she can eventually have normal periods without having to induce it chemically or hormonally.

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

You're right, PMS and painful or heavy periods are considered completely normal nowadays, while in reality they aren't. We need to get back to the roots and re-balance our bodies, so we can re-learn what normal really is. Hope Vitex helps your girlfriend!

@rangeelixir8921 5 жыл бұрын

That's because women living in urban areas nowadays fail to make enough progesterone. They work all day long, they can't take a nap at noon. Progesterone needs rest and sleep in order for the pineal gland, adrenalsto function properly and ovaries to produce it.

@chrysolitelive994 5 жыл бұрын

Wow! You sounds like a great guy. Someone is extremely bless. Having female issues is and can be depressing to say the least. But having someone who care especially your significant other. I can hardly put into words what that would mean to me. I have never commented like this before. You brought me out of my shell. You are special and rare. Stay true to who you are. As women iur lives would be better with more men like you..

@subjecttochrist 2 жыл бұрын

how'd it go?

@randi1494 5 жыл бұрын

I was diagnosed with PCOS in January 2019. All my labs came back normal- LH, FSH, progesterone, androgens, estrogen etc were all normal but I still don’t get a cycle but a few times a year and I only ovulated once or twice a year. I’m also developing painful cysts. Will vitex work for me?

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

It might, but I can't really tell you for sure. In general, Vitex is very good for irregular periods like this, but everyone is different.

@markprecious8000 Жыл бұрын

Have you used it? And how did it go?

@Texasgirl2023 3 жыл бұрын

If I take VITEX is it necessary to take Dim too? I’m trying to balance my hormones and clear up stubborn acne.

@Vitalivesfree 3 жыл бұрын

It depends on your particular situation. I wouldn't take it unless my estrogen level was proven to be high. ❤️

@trendafile6356 5 жыл бұрын

Can I use vitex? I dont have pcos But I have a hormonal imbalance which causes acne n excess hair everywhere pluss oily skin. I've always had a regular period but lately it's been on different times each month.. In April I got it in the start of the month n this month I got it on 17 th. It just keeps changing

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

It might be helpful, but Vitex doesn't work for everyone. You just need to experiment and see.

@malissarudder6767 5 жыл бұрын

I have been trying for a next baby and is so much stress and don't really no wat to do again so I was looking up on somethings and I saw it so I say let me see wat it well do for me

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

Lots of baby dust to you!

@meredithjoy2 5 жыл бұрын

I took it for like a month and then stopped because it was making my hair thin out so fast. I have been off of it for a week but my hair is still thinning. Any ideas on what I can do to help? I have pcos. I was taking one capsule of natures way

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

Vitex isn't always good for PCOS, have a look here: www.larabriden.com/vitex-for-period-problems/. Also taking less vitex than the dosing recommendations can actually have an opposite effect. ❤️

@user-uf8yq8jk9t 4 жыл бұрын

@@Vitalivesfree how much is the recomended dose?

@vanessarosales7062 3 жыл бұрын

So I took a plan b two months ago and ive missed my period for those two months. I took 3 pregnancy test and they came back negative...I’m guessing my period hasn’t come because of hormonal imbalance, can vitex bring back my period?

@Vitalivesfree 3 жыл бұрын

Plan B is very bad for the hormones. It's quite normal for them to be messed up afterwards. Vitex could help I think as it is used to get regular periods back, but you'll need to research if yourself. ❤️

@bukidnonvlog5071 4 жыл бұрын

Have been diagnosed of amenorrhea and pcos with thin endo. Is it ok to take vitex?

@Vitalivesfree 4 жыл бұрын

Vitex isn't always a good fit for PCOS. Read here: www.larabriden.com/vitex-for-period-problems/.

@cheriemallari9563 5 жыл бұрын

Hi, how are you? My husband and i trying to have another baby but my period is irregular since i stopped my birth control pill, i want to try vitex or chasteberry to help me irregulate my period and getting pregnant. Is it good to have a try this herbal?

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

Vitex is one of the best herbs for irregular periods. Lots of baby dust to you!

@julialewis6433 5 жыл бұрын

Do I have to get off my birth control for this? I want relief from PMDD and the birth control (seasonique) isn’t doing it for me. I tried all bc Nuva ring, taytulla, and other pill type ones and they aren’t helping.

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, Vitex can't be combined with birth control pills.

@layak1041 5 жыл бұрын

I have endometriosis and I started taking vitex 2 days ago two capsules first thing in the morning (I use Gaia) .. I have strong side effects now, pain in my ovaries and colon and I feel my head weird and dizzy .. my mood also is not ok although I have really good mood in general .. Have you experienced that? Thanks

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

I felt similar as the beginning, too. I saw many ladies in the forums reporting the same symptoms at the beginning ("just google "cramps after taking vitex"). Some say it just means it's doing its job. But Vitex also definitely isn't for everyone. Hope you feel better soon!

@layak1041 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for your answer .. how do I know if it is right for me? I'm thinking of trying DIM instead

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

Well, for one, you can't really judge anything from just a couple of days. Vitex is a slow acting herb. It took me around 2-3 months to see results, and if I hadn't, I would have stopped it and tried something else.

@layak1041 5 жыл бұрын

thank you :) I will try to take it again and I will lower the dose to one capsule .. will post a comment about that

@user-vg8ez9cu6u 3 жыл бұрын

@@layak1041 please provide update 🙏 on Vitex. Did 1 capsule work better for you?

@nadinedel6640 5 жыл бұрын

Can I do shatavari in 1st 2 weeks of cycle and vitex last 2 weeks of cycle to balance both hormones. Or is vitex sufficient in balancing hormones on its own

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

It really depends on what your imbalance is and what works for your body. I really can't answer that for you. You'll need to do your own research.

@deletedsap-med 4 жыл бұрын

Hi dear , did you try this method ?? Kindly reply Thanks

@suzettesmith6715 Жыл бұрын

Can you take vitex during your period

@melissaarreola6827 5 жыл бұрын

I take two a day after the depo shot and having terrible acne. I’ve noticed the acne calmed down and i got my period back but it’s lasted two weeks. Any suggestions?

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

It takes at least a few months for Vitex to do its job, so it's quite normal to have a weird period at the beginning. Just keep a close eye on it.

@jpdza2881 5 жыл бұрын

Did you start taking this after your depo wore off ? That’s where I’m at currently

@techkingdom972 5 жыл бұрын

Depo provera shot messed up my periods and I suffered for 9 months with nonstop bleeding

@ericawhitehead4873 Жыл бұрын

I feel like these people are sponsored because my experience with this stuff was horrible.. I almost lost my memory and I had to go birth control.. please becareful with what you take! Bc these people LAWDDD

@sonja9725 6 жыл бұрын

Ok so I suspect estrogen dominance (symptoms like bloating, sore breasts, PMs, heavy periods etc. Im 30 years old. Started with vitex (powder) approximately 1/2-1 teaspoon mixed with 1 teaspoon Maca each day. I have been getting irregular heartbeats a couple of times, i don't know if it has to do with this. Has anybody had the same ?

@Vitalivesfree 6 жыл бұрын

Maca is a stimulant, so perhaps that's why you got irregular heartbeats? Try each of them on their own and then you'll know which one is causing them.

@user-vg8ez9cu6u 3 жыл бұрын

Was it the Maca root or the Vitex causing palpitations?

@nyikondlozi9899 2 ай бұрын

I bought the oild for chastee berry i only consumed it for 3days i expirenced a sore tummy like someone punch my tummy is that normal i stopped drinking it im fine now

@Vitalivesfree Ай бұрын

You might be sensitive to chaste berry, or maybe to one of the ingredients in the products? ❤️

@Soaring_Seajay 6 жыл бұрын

I want to take Vitex for my PMDD. My progesterone is slightly low. However my cycles are perfect. Only cramps and heavier bleeding on Day 2. Is Vitex a good option for me? And yes, I’d love to ask a doctor, but most of the doctors I’ve dealt with are idiots and give me things that harm me more, hence my watching KZfaq videos. Thank you 😊

@Vitalivesfree 6 жыл бұрын

My symptoms were very similar and Vitex helped me a lot, but everyone is different. I guess trying it is the only way to know whether it could help.

@brittanyowen7787 5 жыл бұрын

My doctor won’t test for progesterone levels. She just wants to do an ultrasound to figure out why I keep spotting. Ugh. Plus I have bad PMS and cramps.

@blackcoffee2002 5 жыл бұрын

@@brittanyowen7787 Find a doc who will. Remember you pay them!

@melissaperez5877 5 жыл бұрын

Carolyn Leach SAME SIS. SAME. I have too much testosterone

@666Tracey 4 жыл бұрын

Go to a naturopath

@HR-jl9qk 5 жыл бұрын

Hi my periods are irregular and they come quite late like 40 days apart doc. Says I have cyst on my ovary and she says nothing she can do about it do you think this herb will help regulate my periods and is it helpful in getting pregnant.

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

It does help regulate periods and help conceive a baby as well. However, if what you have is PCOS rather than just a single cyst, it might not always be a good choice.

@HR-jl9qk 5 жыл бұрын

@@Vitalivesfree Thank you very much for your reply and your advice

@HR-jl9qk 5 жыл бұрын

@@Vitalivesfree and also I don't have pcos doctor said it's just a cyst on my ovary and it's been there since 3 years but it's causing lots of issues like weight around my abdomen facial hair irregular periods and mood swings.

@brittanyowen7787 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. I had bad side effects like you did. Maybe I was taking too much as well. I was thinking about doing half a dose or taking one every other day? I also had a horrible yeast infection from taking two pills a day. My friend said to use cream instead. I didn’t have any PMS this month or spotting or break outs. I stopped abruptly after the yeast infection, low libido, and cramps. I’m trying to get pregnant too so I don’t know.

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

Wow, I've never heard of Vitex causing a yeast infection. That just proves how different we all are and how differently we all react to herbs. Hope you find something that works soon!

@brittanyowen7787 5 жыл бұрын

VitaLivesFree thank you! My GYN just straight up told me she won’t test my hormone levels. But wants to do an ultrasound. Ugh.

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

You can check them yourself via either a blood test (in your nearest private lab) or you can order a saliva test online. Doctors who refuse to test things are a disgrace to their profession, truly.

@emmakhhipakua7988 4 жыл бұрын

I have been taking vitex plus supplementary capsules only for one month during the month of Sept 2019 I got my period twice normally my cycle is 17 to18 days, but for this month of October I never had my period yet, is it possible that I can be pregnant?

@Vitalivesfree 4 жыл бұрын

Everything is possible. Take a test if you're in doubt.

@deletedsap-med 4 жыл бұрын

What's the update dear??

@ninisantrax 3 жыл бұрын

Hello what did you do for 17-18 days on your period? Did Vitex worked?

@gypsygarner2413 5 жыл бұрын

I've been on it for almost a month and a half and it has helped alot but it is causing me alot of acne. I don't know why?? Can you suggest anything I can do so I can keep taking this?

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

Very interesting. I never experienced any breakouts from Vitex, so I really don't know what to suggest. Perhaps it's not the right herb for you? Or perhaps it needs a little bit more time to rebalance things?

@dvw7677 5 жыл бұрын

I had this same problem. Did it eventually go away with continued use of vitex or did you have to stop taking it?

@gypsygarner2413 5 жыл бұрын

@@dvw7677 I had to stop taking it. 😒

@jedidjab4346 5 жыл бұрын

Gypsy Garner are you working out?

@gypsygarner2413 Жыл бұрын

@@jedidjab4346 I think I was then while taking it.

@1Sun111 4 жыл бұрын

I used to have a regular cycle, but since this lockdown I am so stressed by what is going on, that the second time I have my period after 19 days and I am so desperate because of everything getting out of balance; I am deep inside so down because of all that´s going on, I can´t tell; I don´t know, if Vitex could be a solution in my case to reduce the stress to increase progesterone?

@WallaWallaIsForLove 4 жыл бұрын

hi, i am not sure of course as i am not an expert but my situation is very similar as yours my periods have been extremely late since lockdown and i started taking vitex about 3 weeks ago (i have PMDD.) If you want to just reduce stress it might be more simple to try general calming things first if you havent yet such as cbd, hypnosis videos on youtube (i recommend thomas hall), meditation, etc, just bc it could improve your stress enough as it is you know? not to say you shouldnt take vitex (i cant recommend it bc i just started and am still learning about it) but bc it takes up to 3 months to work and lockdown may end in a few months, general things that can alleviate anxiety can change cycles enough by themselves

@Vitalivesfree 4 жыл бұрын

I absolutely agree with Yaeli's recommendations. I would definitely focus on stress management first, because if stress is causing your issues, it will be very difficult to regulate hormones without addressing stress first. I would just add another recommendation: adaptogenic herbs. Things like rhodiola, Siberian ginseng, or schisandra are so good for dealing with stress and making your body more resilient.

@13thmaster1606 5 жыл бұрын

can vitex help cure or at least shrink uterine fibroids??? My Mom was diagnosed with it, but they tell her to have surgery,. I don't have enough money for it, so I'm still searching for more natural way to cure it,. please help!

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

It might, it's one of the things that has helped some women. I made a video in the past about fibroids. Here it is: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rLSAeq2eqdy4nKc.html.

@lheslie5424 5 жыл бұрын

I have hormonal acne for pcos. Does it work ?

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

It doesn't always work for PCOS. Have a look here: www.larabriden.com/vitex-for-period-problems/.

@laurahausman1370 5 жыл бұрын

Can vitex help with pre menopause..? I haven't had a cycle since May of 2018 not quite a year..

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, I've read it can help during menopause.

@avgonyma1 5 жыл бұрын

Can it bring back ovulation at perimenopause? I did ovulate almost regularly, then started taking Vitex 500mg (half dose by mistake). In the first month i had a textbook ovulation . After that i dont think i ovilated anymore. After two months of taking half the dose i noticed the bottle sats 2 capsules and started taking that. Was taking it for arihnd 6 months. I have a feeling it ruined my ovulation, or it was just by coincidence overlapping. What do you think?

@jnineneuorpe8841 5 жыл бұрын

@@avgonyma1 Always start the lower does. Depending on age, you should be ovulating if you are getting a period... Use ovulation kits with a happy face and use a mobile app to keep monthly checks of your period and ovulation schedules. This works for me and I always know exactly when I'm ovulating because of the app and I check with the kit. Here is the ovulation test kit I use www.amazon.com/Clearblue-Ovulation-Predictor-featuring-ovulation/dp/B00AOJ5R8W/ref=sr_1_4?crid=367CDEYWLZLE3&keywords=ovulation+kit&qid=1560916424&s=gateway&sprefix=ovulation%2Caps%2C193&sr=8-4

@user-uf8yq8jk9t 4 жыл бұрын

is it ok to take vitex with evning prime rose cpsuls?

@Vitalivesfree 4 жыл бұрын

I'd say so but please do your own research. 💖

@lyn1653 5 жыл бұрын

Can you take this with the herb Shatavari?

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

I really can't answer this question for you. You'll need to do your own research.

@summerbreeze6441 2 жыл бұрын

Would this help lower high (37) peri menopausal FSH?

@Vitalivesfree 2 жыл бұрын

It could help with that, but please do your own research.

@ashayasutara6707 5 жыл бұрын

Hello, When you were taking Vitex did you continue taking the dosage during your period or did you stop for those days? Thank you :)

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

I stopped for 5 days during each period.

@user-uf8yq8jk9t 4 жыл бұрын

@@Vitalivesfree after the fifth day you start to take...tel how many day

@Vitalivesfree 4 жыл бұрын

@@user-uf8yq8jk9t All the way until my next period. ❤️

@thethriftyfatgirl5262 4 жыл бұрын

my have been taking vitex for 3 months and got a period twice with it. dont have a period on my own cause of pcos. im over due for next period. why? is my body just use to vitex and now it wont work for me?help

@Vitalivesfree 4 жыл бұрын

Vitex, just like any herb, takes a while to work. If you didn't have periods on your own before, and now with Vitex you've had two, it seems to be already doing a great job.

@iamjess03 6 жыл бұрын

I used to have 2 week long periods. I started taking vitex and it has reduced my period to one week.

@Vitalivesfree 6 жыл бұрын

Wow, that's fantastic!

@marygraceful 5 жыл бұрын

should you continue taking during menstrual?

@rangeelixir8921 5 жыл бұрын

Did you take it during your period?

@user-vg8ez9cu6u 3 жыл бұрын

@@marygraceful she said No in an earlier comment. Start taking V on day 5 of cycle all the way until you start menstruating then STOP for five days and resume.

@user-vg8ez9cu6u 3 жыл бұрын

@@rangeelixir8921 she said No in an earlier comment. Start taking V on day 5 of cycle all the way until you start menstruating then STOP for five days and resume.

@beckiepool5878 5 жыл бұрын

i think i have stopped too early too

@kcruales9888 3 жыл бұрын

I bleed the first time after taking vitex for 27 days cycle 70, I'm on my 2nd day of menstruation and I'm bleeding a LOT. I have to change pads after 2 hours. This excessive bledding has never happened to me before.

@Vitalivesfree 3 жыл бұрын

It looks like Vitex isn't the right herb for you. It shouldn't make things worse for you, unless it's not suitable. Hope you're doing better by now?

@jojolife7791 2 жыл бұрын

Why you have no period? Do you have premature ovarian failure? Please answer

@andrealopez5859 3 жыл бұрын

Hi I have a question! I started taking Vitex a week before my period. I’m technically on the second day of my period but it is very light and I’m not used to having light periods since they have always been so heavy. Should I stop taking vitex for the next couple of days of my period or should I continue it?

@Vitalivesfree 3 жыл бұрын

Generally health practitioners recommend stopping for 5 days from day 1 of your period. ❤️

@rizwanaashraf3088 Жыл бұрын

How can I order vitax

@8imee 6 жыл бұрын

Huh! Vitex actually caused me to start heavily spotting between periods. The month after I started taking vitex, I started spotting on day 10 of my cycle. Spotting lasts 5-6 days and each month is getting heavier and heavier. It's now basically like having a second period every month. I didn't realize you needed to wean off of it. Once I made the coorelation I stopped taking it all together. My functional med. doctor is stumped.

@Vitalivesfree 6 жыл бұрын

Wow, I've never heard of anything like that. How interesting! I wonder why it would do that to you. Perhaps the dose was either too high or too low? Because for example low dose of Vitex can increase prolactin and higher dose will reduce it, so depending on the dose, the herb can have completely opposite effects. Perhaps that would explain what happened to you?

@8imee 6 жыл бұрын

Possibly! I did a hormone test a few months after this started and everything was very elevated, so there are a lot of puzzle pieces we have to try fit together to figure out what's going on.

@aishahamid3098 6 жыл бұрын

vitex did the same to me I had to stop it ... I would like to benefit from it but am scared...it does the opposite for me... it confusing

@evelinf1499 5 жыл бұрын

Hi! The same thing happend to me. Did your cycle get back to normal? How long it took? I have stopped vitex two months ago, but I still have lots of spotting before my period.

@fertileme_Vivien 5 жыл бұрын

@@aishahamid3098 I had same experience with it. i was taking it for a long time and will always spot almost all month. i didnt actually know it was vitex causing the spotting until i joined a group on facebook where i explained my situation and i got the advice to stop the vitex Once i did amazingly all the spotting stopped. Myo inositol and magnesium works well if you have pcos. vitex is a very powerful herb and should not be taken likely. It can mess up your cycle. It doesnt work for everyone.

@ruthsalinas9479 4 жыл бұрын

Do you have an update video on Vitex?? It’d be great to know how you did!

@Vitalivesfree 4 жыл бұрын

Not really. Shortly after I weaned off it and got pregnant, so no further update. ;-)

@ruthsalinas9479 4 жыл бұрын

VitaLivesFree oh ok. I guess I was just curious to know how much longer you took it for, and what other positive and negative things you saw.

@KristenAdamek 6 жыл бұрын

I've been taking vitex for a month now & ever since I started it (maybe a week after starting), I've been having constant breakouts. All in the hormonal area -- chin and jaw. Every day, there are 1-2 new breakouts. I know from past lab tests, my progesterone has been low. Do you think this is a bad sign that I'm breaking out still after a month of taking it? I'm not sure if I should stop taking it.

@Vitalivesfree 6 жыл бұрын

I definitely didn't see any breakouts and had much clearer skin on it but it also takes a long time to balance hormones, so perhaps it's just an initial breakout? Another explanation could be that Vitex could lower estrogen levels, so if yours were already on the low side, it could make the estrogen/androgen ration unfavourable, which then could cause breakouts and potentially hair loss. Another possible reason could be if you're allergic to mint plant family (vitex is in the mint family).

@KristenAdamek 6 жыл бұрын

VitaLivesFree both my estrogen and progesterone were low so yes my estrogen is low... is that a bad thing when taking it? Should I not be taking it if my estrogen is a bit lower too?

@Vitalivesfree 6 жыл бұрын

That's a complicated question and I've had some struggles with it, too. Opinions differ and I've seen studies showing both that vitex can help raise estrogen levels and that it can lower them. It seems that it will have a different effect on different people. For me, it kept my estrogen on the lower side, lower than I would have wanted it to be. So I combined it with things like Shatavari, Maca or Dong Quai for estrogen support and that definitely helped. This is just what worked for me though, sp please do your own research or ever better, get a good naturopath or a herbalist to help you in the balancing. It's really not easy on your own.

@KristenAdamek 6 жыл бұрын

VitaLivesFree would you say to come off of it in the mean time? Or maybe stick it out still? I just didn’t think you could continue breaking out a month later but I guess if things are still shifting.

@Vitalivesfree 6 жыл бұрын

Here's what I would personally do: I would stop the vitex and would focus on raising my estrogen first. Because higher estrogen levels would make me ovulate and would make the ovulation stronger, and then more progesterone would be produced naturally. So everything really starts from good estrogen levels. But again, I'm not a doctor, I can't advise you on what to do.

@elizabethgrace8209 5 жыл бұрын

Lovely video.. I have regular period with excruciating cramps that last for five days...my husband and i have been TTC for about five years now..I have decided to take vitex. I have been taking two capsules per day and the only thing has changed is the flow of my period it becomes lighter...now I started taking 3 capsules per day hoping that there is hope for me...I am open for any advice..

@Vitalivesfree 5 жыл бұрын

By lighter, do you mean too light? If it got lighter but it's still a normal amount, it sound like progress! I've heard incredible Vitex TTC miracle stories, so I'm crossing my fingers for you. Lots of baby dust!

@elizabethgrace8209 5 жыл бұрын

@@Vitalivesfree before I started taking vitex my period was very heavy because of the uterine fibroids and now it is light like normal period but I am still experiencing excruciating pain...You just gave me some hope because I felt like i wanted to give up on trying...thank you so much..

@roso827 3 жыл бұрын

So I started taking this about a week ago my LH levels for ovulation strips were in the 20-30 range for the first good days then today it just shot down to 0.i think Vitex is not for me.im trying to ovulate

@Vitalivesfree 3 жыл бұрын

Vitex doesn't have an effect so quickly. Just like any herb, it takes a few months to really have an effect and rebalance things.

@tamerapillay1789 2 жыл бұрын

Is it effective to treat mood swings that comes with pmdd

@Vitalivesfree 2 жыл бұрын

I would try!

@divyanitiwari5627 4 жыл бұрын

Vitex capsule should be start from first day of period is I'm right ? When to start and stop , I want to conceive with PCOS

@Vitalivesfree 4 жыл бұрын

Generally, it's best to take a 5 day break during the period, so it means you would start on day 6 of the cycle (that's what Dr Laura Briden recommends).