Alfalfa is one of the most nutritious plants on earth due to its deep, wide-spread roots. Alfalfa contains powerful enzymes, Vitamins C & K, as well as important minerals such as copper, manganese and folate. While the plant has properties that can be advantageous for the stomach and digestive tract, Alfalfa has been known to promote the development of the glandular tissue of the breasts. This has been linked to an increase of milk production and fattier, thicker milk.

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Caution: Not safe for use in pregnancy. Alfalfa is related to the legume and peanut families and should be avoided by anyone with an allergy to peanuts. Avoid using it if you have lupus or another autoimmune disorder.

Ashwagandha is perhaps the most well known Ayurvedic herb and has been used for centuries for its “rejuvenating” properties. Ashwagandha reduces stress and anxiety by balancing cortisol (stress inducing hormone) levels and bringing a calming effect; rebuilding strength & vitality; supporting immune function through its richness in antioxidants; and increasing milk production!

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Caution: Ashwagandha can lower blood sugar levels and stimulate thyroid function – if you are diabetic, hypoglycemic or if you have hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism, consult your doctor.

Blessed Thistle is a plant native to the Mediterranean from southern France to Iran and can be recognized by its hairy, dandelion-like leaves and it’s fuzzy, yellow blossoms. Breastfeeding mothers have been using this herb for centuries due to its powerful, hormone-balancing properties and its ability to enrich milk and increase milk flow.

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Drink Mixes used in: Lactation LeMOOnade, Pumpin' Punch, & Milky Melon.

Caution: Avoid use if pregnant. Do not use if you are allergic to the Compositea or Asteraceae family (daisies, artichokes, kiwi, ragweed), or anethole or plants of the Apiaceae/Carrot family. avoids use if you have an inflammatory bowel disease like Crohn's and ulcerative colitis. Consult your physician if you are diabetic or have hypoglycemia before use.

Fennel is part of the carrot family, and it has yellow flowers and feathery leaves. It is a well-known galactagogue (a substance that helps to increase breast milk supply) and has been used by nursing mothers for centuries. Fennel increases milk production and flow, stimulates the letdown reflex, enriches milk, stimulates mammary tissue growth and also acts as a digestive support for mom and baby to help ease colic and gassiness.

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Drink Mixes used in: Lactation LeMOOnade, Pumpin' Punch & Milky Melon.

Caution: Fennel can lower blood sugar levels - if you are diabetic or hypoglycemic, consult your doctor.

Goat's Rue is a powerful herb that works directly with mammary tissue to stimulate the production and flow of breast milk. If you would like assistance with your milk production, Goat’s Rue is one of the most potent herbs to support lactation. For centuries, this herb has been recommended for women with previous breast surgeries, moms who want to re-lactate and for adoptive moms.

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Drink Mixes used in: Lactation LeMOOnade, Pumpin' Punch & Milky Melon.

Caution: Goat's rue is a member of the pea family of plants which also includes peanuts, soybean, alfalfa, and fenugreek. Avoid Goat's Rue if you have an allergy or sensitivity to any of these foods or plants. Goat's Rue can lower blood sugar levels - if you are diabetic or hypoglycemic, consult your doctor.

Marshmallow is a herb that has been used for centuries for it’s medicinal purposes. One of the most common uses in ancient times was as a salve for inflamed skin, due to its nutritive properties. Nowadays, it is also used as a galactagogue (a substance that helps to increase breast milk supply), helping to increase and enrich breast milk. Marshmallow is usually combined with Goat’s Rue, Fennel and Alfalfa to encourage milk production by boosting the effects of other herbs.

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Caution: Not safe for use in pregnancy. Marshmallow can lower blood sugar levels – if you are diabetic or hypoglycemic, consult your doctor.

Moringa is a nutritional powerhouse native to Asia and Africa that has been used as a cure-all in traditional societies since ancient times. Widely acknowledged to be the most nutrient-dense food in the world, Moringa leaves are rich in 5 essential vitamins & minerals including iron, calcium, vitamins A, E & K. It is also a complete source of plant protein with all 9 essential amino acids, high in fibre and contains exceptionally high levels of antioxidants. Moringa leaves are used to increase milk production, through stimulating the hormone prolactin, as well as enriching the mother’s milk.

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Caution: Not safe for use in pregnancy. Moringa can lower blood sugar levels – if you are diabetic or hypoglycemic, consult your doctor.

Shatavari has its origins in India and has long been used as a restorative tonic for various female health issues. Shatavari increases the production of corticoids and prolactin, which improve the quality and the amount of breast milk produced by a lactating mother. It also stimulates the secretion of hormones to stimulate mammary gland growth. 

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Caution: Not safe for use in pregnancy. Shatavari is part of the asparagus family and should be avoided by anyone with an allergy to asparagus.