Black Cohosh roots and rhizomes have powerful medicinal properties. Black cohosh root works with the body to help prevent smooth muscle spasms and normalize the circulatory system. Black cohosh provides nutrients to help the body prevent stiff muscles. Tonic for female disorders; contains phyto-estrogen; used for childbirth and high blood pressure. The root is famous as a cofactor in estogen balance, reducing blood pressure and dilating peripheral blood vessels.
Also toward menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, anxiety and depression. •
Black Cohosh is used by both men and women for a variety of other conditions like arthritis, rheumatism, sore throat, bronchitis, snake bites, muscle pain and injuries, backache, constipation, lung conditions and inflammation. A study found that it has a synergistic effect when taken with St. Johns Wort to treat mild depression.
In the fall, when the leaves on the Black Cohosh plant start to die, the dark brown root is harvested, cleaned, and dried.
In Studies: A recent study conducted by Schaper & Brummer GmbH in Salzgitter, Germany, indicated the herb improved menopausal symptoms without producing an estrogen-like effect (J Womens Health Gend Based Med, 11, 2:163-74, 2002).
Many studies have demonstrated that black cohosh extract contains substances such as Triterpene Glycosides that reduce luteinizing hormone (LH). LH is associated with menopausal symptoms (e.g., hot flashes, night sweats, nervousness, irritability, sleeplessness and depressive moods). Studies suggest black cohosh extract is capable of providing relief of menopausal symptoms comparable to that of hormone-replacement therapy. One study found black cohosh extract similar to estrogen in reducing hot flashes, headache and joint pain. Another study found black cohosh extract superior to placebo in relieving hot flashes and reducing vaginal dryness.
History: Black cohosh is native to eastern North America. During the 18th century, black cohosh extract was considered as a plant-based drug. Black cohosh's dried rhizome and roots were valued by Native Americans for many uses. Black cohosh was used to treat joint, muscle and nerve pain, rheumatism and menopause. Today, in Germany, black cohosh extract is approved for treatment of premenstrual syndrome and dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation) and for menopausal symptoms.
Technicals: Black Cohosh is an herbaceous perennial reaching a mature height of about 9 feet. Black Cohosh thrives in moist and shady environments and has long stalks of beautiful small, white, feathery flowers.
Black Cohosh contains several ingredients including triterpene glycosides and isoflavones.
Nutrients & Applications: Black Cohosh has a balancing effect on a woman's glandular system makes it an ideal herb for many gynecological conditions related to menses, child birth, and menopause. Native Indians in America have used it for over two centuries to help relieve menstrual cramps and the symptoms of menopause like hot flashes, irritability, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. testing
Caution: Black cohosh and ginseng may become toxic if used for extended periods of time
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