Natural Herbal Remedies

Black Cohosh is an old Indian remediy for both men and women alike.  It's properties and usefulness have been used for centuries by Native American Indians, and was introduced into Europe in later years, where it is still used to this day.

I have found that the Europeans are much more aware of natural herbal remedies and supplements than their American counterparts.  I have recently read an article about the use of Prozac in the US, and the use of St John's Wort in Europe.  The stats were amazing.

Although I do not have the actual figures, I will research again and present.  In this article by HomeHerb, a distributor for natural herbal remedies, the use of black cohosh for hot flashes and menopausal symptoms is discussed.

Enjoy...

Black Cohosh and Hot Flashes-A Solution that Works

by Homeherb

Black Cohosh - A Solution that Works - As women today advance in years and experience the inevitable changes in their bodies, choices are available to assist them in dealing with the more challenging aspects. While advances in modern medicine have brought relief to some of the discomforts of physical change, many women prefer natural remedies such as Black Cohosh.
Found primarily in the forests of North America, Black Cohosh, also known as Squaw Root, Black Snake Root, and Rattle Weed, can grow up to eight feet tall. The medicinal properties of the plant are found in its roots. Originally used by the Indians of North America for dealing with such maladies as malaise, rheumatism, aches, pains, gynecological problems, as well as a host of others, Black Cohosh gained popularity with European settlers. It was used throughout the nineteenth century as a home remedy for ailments common to both males and females. The popularity of the plant spread to Europe, where it is still used extensively today.
Today, Black Cohosh is being used by women in America to deal with hot flashes that accompany menopause.
Numerous studies have been conducted on its medicinal properties and the findings are, as yet, inconclusive. Recently, fukinolic acid has been identified in the plant, and found to have some estrogenic activity, but again, no one study has led to a definitive conclusion as to the plants ability to deal with the symptoms of menopause.
Since Black Cohosh is sold as a dietary supplement and not a drug, the Food and Drug Administration does not oversee regulation of its production, consistency, and effectiveness. It is important for women considering this alternative to understand the facts, and not be influenced by unrealistic marketing information.
There are few adverse effects related to the taking of Black Cohosh, but do, in some cases, include headaches, stomach discomforts and a heaviness in the legs. One life-threatening instance of liver disease has been reported as a result of the use of Black Cohosh, however the exact cause could not be absolutely identified.
Women considering this supplement as a way of combating hot flashes should be aware of these mild, but known discomforts and decide accordingly whether or not Black Cohosh should be taken. The suitability of Black Cohosh as means of relief for the hot flashes that accompany menopause will largely be left to the individual.
Definitive evidence suggesting Black Cohosh reduces the incidence and severity of hot flashes has yet to be found. To buy Black Cohosh at discount price at Black Cohosh herbs Store visit: www.homeherb.com/herb.asp?catid=351

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