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Black Cohosh Helps to relieve the stress and nervous tension that accompany a womans menses
Buchu Over-the-counter premenstrual diuretics ( such as Fluidex or Odrinil) contain buchu as an active ingredient.(Duke, James A, Ph.D. )
Chaste Tree Research shows that vitex works primarily on the pituitary gland to stabilize and balance the hormonal fluctuations that women experience every month. Useful in PMS, infertility and menopausal problems(Duke, James A, Ph.D. )
Dandelion leaf Dandelion leaf is highly effective for menstrual bloating, PMS, and the breast tenderness associated with water retention(Gladstar, Rosemary )
Geranium Essential Oil Geranium is often recommended for hormonal conditions such as menopause and PMS. Used in the past for deficiency of the adrenal glands, it is now considered a stimulant for the liver and pancreas.(Ericksen, Marlene )
Motherwort The amphoteric qualities of motherwort make it both a sedative and stimulant herb for menstrual stress, tension, water retention, and PMS. (Gladstar, Rosemary )
St. John's wort oil St. John's wort oil, gently stroked onto aching breasts, penetrates the nerve endings and relieves pain.(Weed, Susan )
Stinging Nettle Helps reduce water retention and soothes PMS symptoms.
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