Description

Black cohosh, with the scientific name of Actaea racemosa, is a flowering plant found primarily in central and southern North America, although it can occasionally be found in Canada as well. Although the plant itself can grow to be two feet tall and has flowering heads of yellow and white, the valuable part of black cohosh is found underground in the root.

Cohosh root has been used as an herbal remedy for various indigenous groups in the Americas for thousands of years, and while many of those medicinal effects haven’t been scientifically validated, there is still a significant number of people who see black cohosh as a natural cure-all. While it used to be consumed in an untreated fashion, it is now primarily found in the form of a dietary supplement.

Due to its relatively narrow cultivation range, it is highly sought after by alternative medical practitioners. The active ingredients in black cohosh include serotonin-like compounds, as well as components that can mimic estrogen in the body. Furthermore, cohosh boasts triterpenes, isoflavones, tannins, essential fatty acids, and certain starches. As an analgesic, sedative, and anti-inflammatory substance, in addition to its now-famous role in the treatment and management of menstruation and menopause, black cohosh is an extremely valuable herb to add to your weekly regimen for both preventative and treatment measures.

Benefits

1.      Anti-spasmodic

2.      Anti-inflammatory Action

3.      Reduces Menopausal Symptoms

4.      Improves Digestive Health

5.      Pain Management

6.      Promotes Restful Sleep

7.      Reduces Mood Swings

8.      Relieves Menstrual Discomfort