Black cohosh, a member of the buttercup family, grows in North America. Native Americans used black cohosh for treatment of a variety of conditions including kidney ailments, malaria, sore throat, and menstrual cramps. It has also been used medicinally in Germany since the late 19th century.
Currently, black cohosh is promoted as a dietary supplement for menopause symptoms. It has also been promoted for other conditions, including menstrual cramps and premenstrual syndrome, and to induce labor.
The part of the black cohosh plant used in herbal preparations is the root or rhizome (underground stem).
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Vaidehi Herbal Black Cohosh Extract Powder Pack of 300 Gram
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Black cohosh is a North American plant with many uses, including:
Menopausal symptoms
Black cohosh is commonly used to treat menopausal symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, and sleep disturbances. A 2023 review of 22 studies found that black cohosh extracts may be beneficial for overall menopause symptoms.
Menstrual cramps and premenstrual syndrome
Black cohosh has been used to treat menstrual cramps and premenstrual syndrome.
Fertility
Some studies have found that taking black cohosh in combination with clomiphene citrate (Clomid) may help with fertility issues.
Breast cancer
Black cohosh has been used to relieve side effects like hot flashes in breast cancer patients and survivors.
Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
Black cohosh may help reduce inflammation associated with these conditions.
Hair loss
Black cohosh may help prevent hair loss by protecting hair follicles from DHT.
Black cohosh contains:
Glycosides: Sugar molecules with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and blood pressure-lowering properties
Isoferulic acids: Substances with anti-inflammatory effects
Phytoestrogens: Act like the hormone estrogen and may be helpful for bones, skin, heart, and reproductive health
Black cohosh is available in capsules, tablets, liquid tincture, and extracts. Adverse effects are extremely uncommon, and there are no known significant adverse drug interactions.
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