Cimifuga racemosa
Description: Black cohosh is a popular herbal remedy for hot flashes, mood swings, and vaginal dryness of menopause. The herb does not stimulate the production of estrogen, but it may compensate for low or highly variable levels of estrogen during menstruation or in the menopause.
In one well-designed study, 62 women going through menopause received black cohosh, estrogen, or a placebo for 90 days. Women who took black cohosh had the same reduction in hot flashes as women taking estrogen. Black cohosh did not stimulate growth of cells in the uterus, suggesting that, unlike estrogen, the herb does not increase the risk of uterine cancer. Black cohosh also increased the thickness of the vaginal wall. The study also suggested that black cohosh could help prevent osteoporosis.
Stimulates digestion, tones blood vessels, urinary anti-septic, stops bleeding both internally & externally, heals & cleanses wounds, treats high blood pressure, anti-inflammatory, promotes menstruation, anti-spasmodic, astringent, reduces fever, treatment of colds, flu, digestive infections, fever, varicose veins
Typical Preparations:
Finely chopped, dried root in tablets, teas, or tinctures.
Medicinal Precautions:
In menopausal women, black cohosh is not likely to cause any complications other than mild stomach upset. Black cohosh must be avoided during pregnancy because of its potential ability to stimulate uterine contractions.
Magickal Associations: Used for wiccan or pagan spell supply. Feminine, Venus, Water, Cold, Courage, love, lasting love, psychic powers, clairvoyance, exorcism, protection, attracts distant relations you may wish to contact, draws attention. Grace, emotional protection.
What you receive: Herb that has been cut & sifted or ground and comes in a food grade poly Ziploc baggie to retain freshness.
