| PHOTO 18.6. black cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa).
PHOTO 18.7. Evening primrose (Oenothera biennis).
Motherwort (Leonurus cardiacci) is an old-fashioned European herb used to treat menopausal symptoms, in Culpepper's Herbal it was noted that it "makes mothers joyful and settles the womb, also promotes women's courses."42 St. John's wort (Hypericum perforatum) is also traditionally used to help with menopausal depression and premenstrual mood lability. It is effective, but increasing concerns from orthodox therapy about possible drug interactions exist. |
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See book keywords and concepts |  Black Cohosh [Cimicifuga racemosa)
Through its influence on the vasomotor centers and on the nerve ganglia, black cohosh has a beneficial influence on the heart. It is an antispasmodic and is very effective at relieving certain types of pain, particularly muscular rheumatism. Specific indications for this herb are flulike deep muscular body aches that are worsened by cold. Traditionally used as a woman's remedy, black cohosh is indicated in ovarian neuralgia, dysmenorrhea, nervous excitement, dull headaches, and depression. |
Tori Hudson, N.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  Ginger is safe to use at any time during pregnancy and is a welcome alternative to some of the antinausea pharmaceu-
Herbs Contraindicated During Pregnancy
The following herbs should not be taken during pregnancy:
Alder buckthorn (Rhamnus franguLa) Aloe (Aloe vera)
Angelica (Angelica archangelica) Arnica (Arnica montana) Autumn crocus (Colchicum autumnale) Barberry (Berberis vulgaris) Bethroot (Trillium spp. |
The Editors of FC&A
See book keywords and concepts | | Until long-term safety studies can be done, don't take black cohosh for more than six months.
Vanquish insomnia with valerian. A recent German study found that valerian extract may relieve mild insomnia. In earlier studies, valerian users reported that they got to sleep faster and slept better.
In the United States, capsules containing 400 to 530 milligrams (mg) of whole ground valerian root are generally taken 30 to 60 minutes before bedtime. You may also find capsules of a root extract, liquid extracts, and tinctures.
If you prefer a tea, use one teaspoon of dried valerian root per cup. |
Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  Earlier animal studies4'5 and a human clinical trial6 suggested that black cohosh had some estrogen activity in the body and also decreased LH secretions. |
Mike Adams
See book keywords and concepts |  Top 15 Healing herbs for Arthritis
***** borage ***** garlic ***** black cohosh ***** nettle ***** cayenne pepper ***** dandelion ***** cinnamon ***** feverfew ***** chaparral ***** yucca ***** alfalfa ***** aloe vera ***** chamomile ***** juniper berries ***** horseradish ***** milkweed
According to this theory, the bronchial tubes of people with asthma become progressively inflamed from childhood onward. |
Phyllis A. Balch, CNC
See book keywords and concepts |  John's wort extract, which has been found to combat depression and improve the sense of emotional well-being (see black cohosh and St. John's Wort under Herbs and Their Uses in HERBS in Part One). These supplements do not affect hormone levels.
• Soy-Licious from Country Life. This dietary supplement is a high-protein soy-based drink mix with added genis-tein and daidzein (soy isoflavones), essential vitamins and minerals, antioxidants, and adaptogenic herbs (adaptogens are herbs that help the body adapt to and cope with the effects of stress).
• Sub-Adrene from American Biologies. |
Mike Adams
See book keywords and concepts | | Healing herbs for sinusitis
***** horseradish ***** juniper berries ***** fenugreek ***** black cohosh ***** cayenne pepper
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Skin Cancer
First, let's expose the pseudoscientific myth about skin cancer that says that skin cancer is caused by sunlight. Conventional medicine, along with the dermatology industry, has convinced almost everyone that the sun is deadly. |
Joe Graedon, M.S. and Teresa Graedon, Ph.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  Nonetheless, the North American
Menopause Society considers vitamin E, like black cohosh and isoflavones, safe enough to be worth a try.
Vitamin E has performed poorly in several recent studies of cancer prevention, and women who are at particularly high risk of lung cancer—smokers, for example—should probably avoid taking large doses of vitamin E without other antioxidant nutrients. But healthy women planning to take vitamin E for a year or two to ease hot flashes probably will not notice any unpleasant effects. The best product is a combination of natural tocopherols. |
Dr. Michael Heinrich, Joanne Barnes, Simon Gibbons and Elizabeth M. Williamson
See book keywords and concepts |  Further study is needed to determine whether black cohosh has oestrogenic effects when used clinically. Anti-inflammatory activity has been demonstrated in vitro and in vivo (rodents) for certain constituents, fractions and extracts of black cohosh (for review, see Upton 2002).
Toxicity
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Gary Null
See book keywords and concepts | | Burdette and a large group of researchers from the Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacognosy and UIC/NIH Center for Botanical and Dietary Supplements Research, and College of Pharmacy, University of Illinois, investigated reports that the herb black cohosh treats menopausal symptoms and has an effect on breast cancer. The researchers concluded that their data suggests that black cohosh can protect against cellular DNA damage. |
Joseph E. Mario
See book keywords and concepts |  Catawba Amerind Blends Balm of Gilead, Mullein leaf*, Skunk Cabbage, and Wild Cherry; and black cohosh, Horehound, and Pleurisy Root.
Blackfeet B lends Hyssop, Comfrey, Red Root, Coltsfoot; and Prickly Ash, Boneset, Flaxseed, and Cubeb.
Rappahannock Blend Hickory, Wild Cherry, and Pokeweed.
Mustard poultices between the shoulders.
Messengue's hand- or foot-soak for relief during attacks, in 2 qt. | | Black Cohosh, Fennel, and white Oak. Drink Annual Fireweed (Eplobium) tea from old dead stems reported the best.
Botanic Labs' PC-Spes formula, stops testicles from producing Testosterone. PoulticesofClay, Slippery Elm, Onion,orComfrey. EnemasofGarlicorCatnip. Dr. Richard Schulze recommends hot and cold packs between the testes and anus; Red Cloverand Chaparral enemas; kidney andbladdercleansing. and
Saw Palmetto.
Combine 5 drops Frankincense oil, 3 drops Sage oil, 5 drops Myrrh oil, 10 drops Black Cumin oil in 10 ml. carrier oil; insert with rectal syringe at bedtime six days a week. | | Caution: black cohosh can lower heart rate, avoid if with congestive heart failure, pregnancy; or have Estrogen-dependant cancers; side-effects include headache, dizziness, abdomen pain and nausea.
•BLACK HAW Root and Stem bark (Vibemum prunifolium, and Russian opulus) Caprifolia family; also called American Sloe, and Stagbush. Diuretic, tonic, antispasmodic, nervine, astringent. | | For liver congestion, jaundice, the gallbladder, biliary colic and small gallstones' passage; the spleen; diabetes; the kidneys; neutral, sweet-tasting stomach tonic, for chronic enteritis, dysentery, poor digestion, gas, colic, stomach pain, cramps, spasms, diverticulitis, astringent properties for diarrhea; eczema, carbuncles, boils, abscesses; scabies; Addison's disease; Cushing's disease; heavy perspiration; sorejoints, arthritis, and rheumatism (with Burdock, black cohosh, and Motherwort). |
Mike Adams
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Joseph E. Mario
See book keywords and concepts | | For Hormone Progesterone (Makes women nice and pleasant) black cohosh,
Licorice root, Sarsaparilla, Ginseng, Goldenseal, and Wild Yam (cream). Hormones' Stimulant DongQuai and Comfrey to tone the mucous membrane iinings. PreMenstrual Syndrome (PMS) and other gynecological imbalances. Check deficiency ofZinc, Chromium, or Selenium. For pre-period fluid imbalances, take Vitamin B6. For blood stagnation, liver treatment resolves chronic PMS and other gynecological problems. |
Mike Adams
See book keywords and concepts | | Healing foods for Anxiety and Nervousness
***** wild rice A A A** chia seeds
***** lettuce
***** nori
***** mulberries
***** kava ***** apricot ***** cloves ***** oats
***** olives ***** plum
***** skullcap (also scullcap) ***** valerian root ***** kava kava ***** valerian root ***** gotu kola ***** black cohosh ***** borage ***** geranium ***** blue vervain ***** lavender ***** basil
***** wheat grass ***** passion flower ***** St. |
Joe Graedon, M.S. and Teresa Graedon, Ph.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | Others may experience the same problem when using the Indian spice turmeric to ease their arthritis or psoriasis, or black cohosh to relieve menopausal hot flashes. Many people get diarrhea as a reaction to magnesium taken as a sleep aid. An excellent blood pressure drug like ramipril sometimes causes a life-threatening allergic reaction that makes it hard to breathe.
To use this book effectively, you need to pay attention to your body. Know how it reacts and note how it is responding to whatever treatment you are using. |
Phyllis A. Balch, CNC
See book keywords and concepts | | Bones/joints
Alfalfa, black cohosh, boswellia, cat's claw, cayenne, celery, chuchuhuasi, dandelion, devil's claw, feverfew, flax, garlic, ginger, horsetail, jatoba, muira puama, nettle, olive leaf, pau d'arco, peppermint, primrose, red raspberry, St. John's wort, sarsaparilla, skullcap, suma, wild oregano, wild yam, wintergreen, yucca. | | Medicinal and ceremonial herbs commonly used by Native American cultures include American ginseng, yarrow, black cohosh, boneset, echinacea, goldenseal, nettles, juniper, wild buckwheat, and dogwood.
As they have for centuries, indigenous rainforest tribes around the world rely on the forests for virtually all their medicines. They too have incorporated herbs into their religions and everyday lives. Researchers estimate that the world's rainforests contain literally thousands of potentially useful medicinal plants. | | According to reports in scientific literature, benefits from HGH replacement therapy include a reversal of declining pulmonary function, decreased body fat, increased capacity to exercise, increased bone mass in people with osteoporosis, and the improvement or reversal of many other age-
Q black cohosh, black radish extract, goldenseal, licorice, lobelia, mullein, and red clover, taken in tea form, help strengthen and rebuild the liver, and restore glandular balance. | | Cautions: Do not use barberry or black cohosh during pregnancy. Do not use ginseng if you have high blood pressure. Completely avoid the herbs ephedra (ma huang) and licorice; they can cause a rise in blood pressure.
Recommendations
Q If you experience any of the symptoms of a heart attack, contact your doctor or go immediately to the emergency room of the nearest hospital, even if symptoms last only a few minutes. Half of all heart attack deaths occur within three to four hours of the onset of the attack, so a person suffering from a heart attack requires immediate medical attention. | | Caution: Do not use black cohosh during pregnancy.
Q Ginkgo biloba helps to improve memory and brain function. Source Naturals offers an excellent extract.
Q To reduce inflammation, use holy basil, also known as tulsi or bai gka-prow, (Ocimum sanctum), or thunder god vine (Tripterygium wilfordii).
Caution: Use only the roots of thunder god vine. The stems and leaves are highly toxic.
Recommendations
Q Eat a diet consisting of 75 percent raw foods, with seeds, grains, nuts, and raw milk. |
Joe Graedon, M.S. and Teresa Graedon, Ph.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | Black cohosh can help with hot flashes if they are not too extreme.
•Eat moderate amounts of soy products with isoflavones. They may help reduce hot flashes.
•Take vitamin E capsules. Up to 400 IU daily should be safe and might help.
• If nothing else helps with the hot flashes, try hormone replacement therapy at the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible time. Transdermal estrogen might be worth considering.
•An antidepressant such as Paxil (paroxetine), Effexor (venlafaxine), or Prozac (fluoxetine) may calm hot flashes even if you are not depressed. | | Black cohosh extract has been recommended for hot flashes. A double-blind study published in Obstetrics and Gynecology (May 2005) showed that the standardized product Remifemin was significantly more effective than placebo.
Another reader shared her experience with a different herb: "I have been using St. John's wort since discontinuing hormone replacement therapy. It has relieved many symptoms, including sleeplessness, stress, and fits of temper. | | Unfortunately, black cohosh does not relieve hot flashes that result from breast cancer treatment with tamoxifen.
The Soy Solution
One of the other popular approaches to managing hot flashes is soy. Isoflavones such as genistein and daidzein are phytoestrogens, estrogen-like compounds derived from plants.
The results of studies on soy have been inconsistent. Soy may be consumed as shakes, bars, or more traditional soy foods such as tofu or tempeh. Women who have more hot flashes may derive more benefit. | | Side effects: Digestive upset
Downside: Not to be taken during pregnancy; monitor for liver toxicity
Cost: Approximately $15 to $30 per month
A standardized extract of black cohosh called Remifemin has been studied in Europe and found to effectively reduce hot flashes. 39 Physicians who scoff at herbal remedies appreciate that this research was published in a highly respected peer-reviewed journal, Obstetrics and Gynecology (May 2005). In one trial, Remifemin was compared to a low-dose transdermal estrogen preparation. |
Joseph E. Mario
See book keywords and concepts | | Expel Wind/dampness Anti-rheumatic, numbness, muscle pain, stiffness, spasms, arthritis, joint conditions; Clematis, black cohosh, Wu Chia Pi; many with analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and blood circulating. Flex Ability (Planetary Formulas). Yang Tonics For tired, no energy, back pain, frequent urination, weakjoints; Yang (Chinese Energetics).
Yang-Deficiency Signs: Pale complexion, swollen tongue with white coat, little thirst or appetite, cold hands and feet, thin, introverted, frai 1, shallow breath, loose stools, plenty of pale urine. |
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