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Relizen is an effective, plant-based, non-hormonal product for treating hot flashes associated with menopause.* It has been endorsed by physicians and used by over a million women in Europe over the last 15 years. Who can or should use Relizen? Relizen is intended for the woman who is experiencing hot flashes associated with menopause. It has been shown to be safe in women in multiple clinical studies. How does Relizen work? Results from an in vitro study indicate that Relizen works through a serotonergic mechanism of action. Does Relizen work for night sweats? In a survey of over 400 women, Relizen significantly reduced the frequency of night sweats by 66%. Additionally, patients found that Relizen reduced the intensity of their night sweats by 67%. Does Relizen improve quality of life? In a survey of over 400 women, patients reported that Relizen had a positive impact on their quality of life. After three months of treatment, patients noted that Relizen gave them significant improvements in quality of life (+48%) and quality of sleep (+47%), as well as decreases in fatigue (-51%) and irritability (-54%). What other symptoms does Relizen help? Relizen has been shown to decrease hot flashes in a double-blind placebo-controlled study. In the same study, Relizen improved tiredness, mood swings, irritability, and overall quality of life compared to the start of treatment. In a survey of over 400 women, Relizen decreased the frequency and intensity of night sweats, improved quality of life and quality of sleep, and reduced fatigue and irritability. Is Relizen non-hormonal? Relizen is non-hormonal. Unlike phytoestrogens such as soy, black cohosh, red clover, etc., Relizen has no estrogenic effect, which means it does not act like estrogen in the body or impact estrogen levels. How is Relizen made? The raw ingredients in Relizen are grown in the fields of southern Sweden. We mechanically harvest our pollen source materials, closely monitoring pollen quality. The plants are collected and pure pollen is derived and inspected for quality. Only premium pollen is used for extraction. Relizen’s Swedish manufacturing facility has passed FDA inspection, and is regularly inspected by the Swedish Medical Products Agency (MPA). Once the ingredients are extracted, they are shipped from Sweden to the United States to be made into Relizen tablets. What are the ingredients in Relizen? Primary Ingredients: Purified Cytoplasmic Blend (proprietary Swedish Flower pollen extract in the form of Pollen + Pistil Extract PI-82, and Pollen Extract GC-FEM). Other Ingredients include: Isomalt, Maltodextrin, Microcrystalline cellulose, Acacia, Magnesium Stearate, Vitamin E (as d-α-tocopheryl succinate), Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (alternatively HPMC), Silica, Polysorbate. Does Relizen contain any sugar or carbohydrates? Both the sugar and carbohydrates are less than 1 gram per dose. How long does Relizen take to work? While some women may start feeling the benefits of Relizen as early as two weeks after starting a daily regimen of two pills per day, we recommend that you take Relizen every day for at least three months for best results. In a clinical study, there were improvements in symptoms by month 2 and significant reductions by month 3 among those women taking the recommended dose of Relizen consistently, versus those taking a sugar pill. An open-label extension on this study followed the women taking Relizen for an extra 3 months, and saw even further reductions by month 6, suggesting that Relizen builds up in the body over time, becoming more and more effective. Is Relizen a phyto-estrogen? No, Relizen is non-hormonal and has no estrogenic effect, which means it does not act like estrogen in the body or impact estrogen levels. What is the differentiator for Relizen when compared to other supplements? Relizen is supported by clinical data, and has been shown in a peer-reviewed, placebo-controlled trial to reduce hot flashes associated with menopause. Unlike phytoestrogens such as soy, black cohosh, red clover, etc., Relizen has no estrogenic effect, which means it does not act like estrogen in the body or impact estrogen levels. Will Relizen shorten my menopause? Relizen is intended to help you manage symptoms of menopause but will have no effect on the duration of menopause. How long has Relizen been on the market? Relizen was launched in the US in 2014. In Europe, it has been used by over a million women, since 1995. Why did it take so long for Relizen to be offered in the US? It is customary for it to take some time before products launched in other parts of the world become available in the US. Is Relizen non-allergenic? The manufacturing process used to purify the Swedish pollen extract used in Relizen removes a significant percentage of pollen allergens. In addition to the primary pollen-based component, Relizen contains additional ingredients that are listed under the supplement facts box on the back of the Relizen package or on our website at hellobonafide.com. Please consult your medical professional before taking Relizen if you have any concerns about an allergy to the ingredients in Relizen. Is Relizen approved by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration)? Relizen is a dietary supplement, and the FDA does not approve dietary supplements. However, under the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994 (DHSEA), the FDA regulates dietary supplements under a different set of regulations than those covering “conventional” foods and drug products. Why do some of my Relizen tablets vary in color? With many plant-based products, it is common for color variations to occur with new batches, or for color to darken over time. The change in color does not affect the strength or quality of your tablets of Relizen in any way. Dosing & Storage What is the recommended dose of Relizen? The daily dose of Relizen is two tablets, taken once a day, with or without food. Do I have to take Relizen with food? How long before or after meals? Do I take it at bedtime? Relizen can be taken with or without food, once a day. There is no set time before or after meals for when you should take Relizen. You may take Relizen in the morning, or at bedtime. Can children (less than 1...