Both the white men and the American Indians - specifically the Winnebagos, Dakotas, and the Penobscots - have regarded Black Cohosh as a treatment, not only for snakebite (hence the name snakeroot), but also for diarrhea, deep chest afflictions, spasmodic cough, and menstrual irregularities (which gave it the name squawroot; although it was also because the squaws were often seen digging the roots). In herbal medicine it is considered to be astringent, diuretic, expectorant, sedative, slightly narcotic, antispasmodic, and an emmenagogue. It was recognized as official in the United States Pharmacopea from 1820 to 1936, and in the National Formular from 1936 to 1950.
Controlled clinical trials have shown black
cohosh to be an effective remedy for
treating menopausal symptoms. But since it does not contain any estrogens,
taking this herb will
not prevent osteoporosis or heart disea...
Black Cohosh herb was historically used by female Native Americans. Licorice Root and Dong Quai have enjoyed widespread popularity among oriental women for centuries, especially during middle age
The root is used for "female problems", because...
Black Cohosh prefers the shady, rich soil of hardwood
forests from Maine to Wisconsin, and south along the Appalachians to
Georgia, and west to Missouri.
Rising three to eight feet, the
spikes of the delicate, showy
fl...
Nature's Herbs Wild Countryside Black Cohosh Root is harvested from its natural wild environment in the rich open woods of North America. It was traditionally used by the American Indians and by the Chinese as a mild relaxant and for women's concerns...
A safe alternative to hormone replacement therapy!
Black Cohosh
has antispasmodic properties that may lessen menstrual
discomfort!
Studies indicate that Black Cohosh may also help to
minimize hot flashes by reducing levels of luteinizing hormone, the ovary
regulating compound in the body!
Black Cohosh, (Cimicifuga racemosa)a traditional herbal remedy, can be
used to help relieve premenstrual and menstrual disorder symptoms. Women
may also use Black Cohosh to relieve menopausal disorders. This popular
herb not only relaxes indivi...
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Swiss Natural HRT™ Nightime Menopause Formula
specifically addresses the sleep disturbances that are directly associated
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