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Black Cohosh
Black Cohosh is a North American Plant that is used as a herbal medicine by people over centuries. It has also been recognized by medical authorities and is used in treatment of many types of ailments and diseases. The scientific name of Black Cohosh is Actaea Racemosa
It is sold as capsules, tablets, liquor solution and tincture and can be purchased over the counter in many health stores.
Remedial Qualities
Over the years people have found Black Cohosh useful in a number of health syndromes. It is used as a cure in
- Cold
- Arthritis
- Malaria
- Sore Throat
- Diarrhea
- Lung Condition
- Female Infertility
- Menstrual Problems
- Labor pain
- Miscarriage
Treatment of menopausal symptoms
The root and rhizomes of black cohosh are widely used in treatment of menopausal syndromes and menstrual dysfunction. Scientific studies have proved that this herb is indeed beneficial in providing cure to menstrual problems.
The root of black cohosh contains phytoestrogen, chemicals similar to that in female sex hormone oestrogen. Phytoestrogen helps in replacing oestrogen in women reaching menopausal state.
Black Cohosh and Risks
There are some concerns in the scientific field over use of Black Cohosh due to its potentially liver damage effect. It is recommended that people should stop taking this herb if they show any sign of liver damage as
- Yellowing of Skin
- Unusually dark urine
- Pain under ribs
- Tiredness and sickness
- Lack of appetite
There are other side effects of black cohosh that may make you feel or actually make sick.
There are also increasing concern among scientist that black cohosh may increase the risks of breast cancer among women.
Many herbal practitioners are of the opinion that this drug should not be taken more than six month in a row. Especially people with blood pressure, and expecting mothers should avoid taking this herb.
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