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Motherwort
herb (Leonurus cardiaca)* |
Acts as an emmenagogue, anti-anxiety
agent, nervine and uterine anodyne. It is useful for premenstrual
syndrome and menopausal anxiety, menstrual cramps, hyperthyroidism
with palpitations, irritability and menopausal insomnia |
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Raspberry
leaf (Rubus idaeus)* |
Has long been
used as a uterine tonic, especially for pregnancy. This herb helps
to prevent morning sickness and premature labor. It can promote a
quicker, less painful birth. Raspberry leaf also benefits a
prolapsed uterus as well as prolapse of the bladder and rectum.
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Rehmannia
processed root (Rehmannia glutinosa)* |
Also called Shi Di Huang, this herb is
used in Traditional Chinese Medicine to nourish the blood and the
kidney yin. It is used for anemia with uterine bleeding, irregular
menstruation, dizziness, tinnitus and lower back pain |
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Dong Quai root
(Angelica sinensis)
* |
Is commonly used in Traditional
Chinese Medicine to nourish the blood and enhance circulation. It
has a pronounced effect on the female reproductive system as well as
the heart (angina) and intestines. Dong Quai is used for
premenstrual symptoms and menstrual irregularities as well as
menopausal symptoms.
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Ginger root
(Zingiber officinale)* |
Increases circulation of blood and qi,
improves digestion and is useful for nausea and motion sickness.
This spicy herb is also an anti-inflammatory, a mild emmenagogue and
a diaphoretic. It improves circulation to the uterus,
gastrointestinal tract and skin. |
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Chaste Tree berry (Vitex
agnus-castis)* |
Long used in Europe as a medicine,
Chaste Tree is now commonly used in the U.S. Once known as Monk's
Pepper, this herb is useful for premenstrual and menopausal anxiety,
menopausal hot flashes and elevated estrogen levels with diminished
progesterone. |
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Bibliography: |
Hobbs, C. and Keville, K. Women's
Herbs, Women's Health, Loveland CO, 1998 McIntyre, A. The Complete
Women's Herbal, New York, 1995 McQuade-Crawford, A. Herbal Remedies
for Women, Rocklin CA, 1997 Nissim, R. Natural Healing in
Gynaecology, London, 1986 |
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*Herbal
Therapeutics Research Library
Author: David Winston (RH) AHG
©2007
Herbal Therapeutics Research Library. All rights reserved |
Disclaimer: The information on
historical, ethnobotanical and phytotherapeutic uses of herbs and
traditional formulas contained herein is based on the experience and
research of the author. It is not intended as a substitute for
consulting with your physician or other health care provider. Any
attempt to diagnose and treat an illness should be done under the
direction of a health care professional. The publisher and author
are not responsible for any adverse effects or consequences
resulting from the use of any of the information discussed. Should
you have any questions concerning the appropriateness of any
preparation mentioned, the author strongly suggests consulting a
professional health care advisor. |