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So what is the best way to balance hormones? Maca or Fenugreek? I read something once that a carrot a day keeps hormones balanced. As well as a tbsp of coconut oil. Is it important to detox before trying to balance hormones?

Also how Would suggest getting collagen? Like should I just supplement or should I try to get it from amino acids though food? Should I supplement meant and try and ease into eating? and what about supplementing amino acids?

I'd look into vitex (chaste berry). Absolutely, I'd detox prior to starting NBE program. Coconut oil is excellent to have in a nbe program (especially for massaging), rich in MCFA's.

Coconut oil-makes connective tissues stronger for that much desired softness and elasticity. superb antioxidant activities that neutralize free radicals and slowing down aging, aids in breast feeding, Coconut oil is nature's richest source of MCFAs."

You're not vegetarian right?, collagen supplements are filled with protein, gelatin.
http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hydrolyzed_collagen

http://www.livestrong.com/article/492507-what-are-the-benefits-of-eating-carrots/

Beta careotin
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/natural/999.html


The problem is finding a product that's doesn't cause problems, reactions etc, nothing is regulated, so there's no way of knowing the potency, quality, etc. when collagen breaks down in the body the skin will sag, gets thinner. Dark leafy greens will be the best source from food, kale, spinach, asparagus, so maybe start with some foods and massage first, see more here:

http://www.wisegeek.org/which-foods-contain-the-most-collagen.htm