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Black cohosh contains numerous chemical constituents, among them isoflavones like formononetin, which mimics hormonal activity. This makes it useful for hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and even the depression sometimes associated with menopause. |
Many women's herbs do not have rigorous scientific studies backing their use, however, women over the centuries have used herbal remedies safely and effectively. This tradition is the wise woman's way.
Herbs are used in women's health to regulate hormones, reduce water retention, elevate mood, and reduce pain and cramping and are used to treat menstrual problems such as PMS, heavy bleeding, skipped periods, excessive bleeding, and menopause. Pregnancy and natural childbirth are also supported by ancient herbal remedies.
 Menopause : There are many herbs that a woman can choose from in treating menopausal symptoms, and the optimal one is very much dependent upon each individuals body chemistry and temperament. | |  Amenorrhea : Herbs that bring on menstrual flow when there is delayed menstruation --for whatever reason--are known as emmenagogues. | |  Pregnancy : The herbs used for pregnancy are the same herbs that have been used by midwives for centuries. One area of great benefit is their high concentration of vitamins, minerals, and other constituents that provide an excellent source of concentrated nutrition | |  Arthritis : Rheumatoid arthritis has been passed down from mother to daughter for at least 5 generations. It seems I have always lived with the pain of arthritis. I used to just accept the fact that I was helpless to do anything about it. Not anymore. | |  Women's Tonics : A healthy, functioning liver is an important part of hormone production and hormonal balance is an important factor in PMS, menopause, regulating menses, and maintaining a healthy libido. | |  PMS : Herbs for the period before your period not only address the physical symptoms, and the underlying hormonal imbalance, but comfort the emotional upset as well. | |  Cramps : A painful period can range from a dull ache to a violent cramp. When we are in a fragile emotional state, menstrual pain can be even more severe. | |  Menorrhagia : Heavy menstrual bleeding, clotting or irregular bleeding are come under the heading of menorrhagia. Serious bleeding can be a sign of uterine cancer or a fibrous growth, and should be diagnosed by a medical professional without delay. | |  Fibromyalgia : Fibromyalgia A herbal approach to treatment will include herbs that address adrenal gland support, stress management, and pain relief, as well as emotional needs. | |  Candida : Women may be more susceptible to vaginal yeast infections if they are pregnant or have diabetes. Candidiasis is an infection caused by species of Candida fungi, especially Candida albicans. | |  Childbirth/Breastfeeding : These herbs can be used in the last few days of pregnancy to help open the womb and ensure an easier childbirth. | |
Womens Health Natural Care : References
- Duke, James The Green Pharmacy Herbal Handbook .(December 15, 2000)
- Linda B. White, M.D., Steven Foster. Herbal Drugstore (2003)
- Robert B Tisserand, The Art of Aromatherapy (1977)
- Richard Mabey, The New Age Herbalist (1988)
- Steven Foster and Yue chongxi, Herbal Emissaries (1992)
- Maud Grieve, Modern Herbal Vols 1, II (1931)
- Richo Cech, Making Plant Medicine (2000)
- www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed
- Phyllis A. Balch, Prescription for Herbal Healing (2002)
- Adele Dawson, Herbs: Partners in Life (2000)
- Penelope Ody, Home Herbal (1995)
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