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    The Herbs

    A menopause herbal combination may be comprised of several different herbs. However, certain herbs are standard in almost every formula available. These herbs, sometimes referred to as "female herbs", are the following:

    * Black Cohosh
    Known for its therapeutic benefits, the black cohosh, or Cimicifuga racemosa, is a small herb that was used by Native Americans for a variety of female problems. Recent clinical studies of this plant led to the discovery of some active components present that classifies it as a phytoestrogen. These ingredients include acetin, cimicifugioside, acetylacteal, 27-deoxyactin, cimigenol, and deoxyacetylateal. Although it is not known exactly how it works, but various studies have shown that these components act on the hormonal system. Because of these properties, the black cohosh is a common ingredient in most menopause herbal combinations.

    * Chaste Berry
    The chaste berry tree is a large shrub native to the Mediterranean and Southern Europe. The chaste berry is so called because of its perceived ability to suppress sexuality. The Greeks and Romans used it to encourage chastity while the medieval monks added it to their food to reduce sexual desire. Today, the chaste berry is used almost exclusively for disorders of the female reproductive system. It is the herbal remedy recommended by naturopathic physicians to treat premenstrual syndrome and peri- or postmenopausal symptoms, such as hot flashes. For this reason, chaste berry is a standard herb included in a menopause herbal combination.

    * Dong Quai
    Another important constituent of a menopause herbal combination is the dong quai herb. Dong quai, also known as Angelica sinensis, is a famous herb in China where it has been used for thousands of years as a food additive and a medicine to treat all kinds of diseases. Among its many uses, the dong quai plant is used to treat various disorders associated with menopausal and menstrual difficulties. In fact, this plant gained its reputation in several Western countries as the "menopause herb" for its countless benefits in correcting hormonal imbalance.

    Other Ingredients

    Besides the herbs mentioned above, menopause herbal combinations may contain other herbs as well, added to treat specific symptoms. Many menopausel herbal combinations mix soy, kava, and dandelion root, added with a dose of vitamins E, C, and B, magnesium, and calcium.

    Although these combination products may contain only small amounts of herbs than what is typically recommended in order for them to work, menopause herbal combination provides an overall effect that could stop hot flashes and other discomforts associated with menopausal symptoms.

    Product Information

    Menopause herbal combinations owe all its health benefits from other herbs. You can experiment with other herbs also but make sure that you research each one thoroughly as some herbs may not work quite so well when used in conjunction with other herbs. Worse, some may even prove to be dangerous.

    Before trying a menopause herbal combination, read the label carefully to ascertain that it has all the key ingredients. Look especially for the herb black cohosh then check the number of milligrams of each ingredient.

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