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"The German equivalent of the Food and Drug Administration approved black cohosh for menopause symptoms years ago. What's more, a recent German study found that black cohosh taken twice a day may improve physical and emotional menopause symptoms. Other studies suggest that black cohosh may ease hot flashes, but relief could take four to six weeks. Hot flashes are a problem for breast cancer survivors, especially those on tamoxifen. A recent study discovered that two months of daily black cohosh may not help hot flashes in breast cancer survivors, but it might ease sweating." - The Editors of FC&A, Unleash the Inner Healing Power of Foods (Get the book.)

"Since 2003 there have been about ten clinical studies on black cohosh, and all were positive," according to Gail Mahady, Ph.D., an associate professor of pharmacognosy at the University of Illinois and one of the principal authors of the black cohosh monograph for the World Health Organization. One of the best-known commercial products containing a standardized extract of black cohosh is Remifemin, which seems to have an excellent track record in helping with hot flashes. The company's website (www.remifemin." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.)

"A Japanese study indicates that black cohosh inhibits breast cancer cells. Black cohosh is available in tinctures, tablets, and capsules. The usual dose is 40 to 80 mg daily (2 to 4 ml of tincture, three times daily), but be aware that since its full effects may not be felt for two to three weeks, it is not much help if you need immediate relief. It works best over the long term. Because most studies of black cohosh lasted only six months, that is the recommended duration for its use, but I have prescribed it longer without ill effects." - Phuli Cohan, The Natural Hormone Makeover: 10 Steps to Rejuvenate Your Health and Rediscover Your Inner Glow (Get the book.)

"For Menopause •I* black cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa): black cohosh has been shown to significantly reduce hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, irritability, and related occasional sleeplessness. Take 20 mg of black cohosh extract (root and rhizome) twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening. REBALANCE YOUR SEX HORMONES: MEDICAL-CARE PLAN TESTING YOUR SEX HORMONES Testing of blood, urine, or saliva can often be helpful in identifying hormonal imbalances such as too much or too little of various hormones. This can guide a doctor's therapy." - Mark Hyman MD, The UltraMind Solution: Fix Your Broken Brain by Healing Your Body First (Get the book.)

"In Germany, it is the most popular antidepressant, outselling Prozac 3-1. • black cohosh. First used by the Ametican Indians, black cohosh works to soothe the body by reducing the rapidity of the pulse. black cohosh also works internally to help soothe any nervous disease or spasm. • Skullcap, Hops, and Catnip. Three herbs that have a long history as mar-velously effective herbal tranquilizers, sedatives, and sleep aids." - Jon Barron, Lessons from The Miracle Doctors: A Step-by-Step Guide to Optimum Health and Relief from Catastrophic Illness (Get the book.)

"Pfaffia, black cohosh and Evening Primrose (For Women) Pfaffia (also known as Brazilian Ginseng or Suma) is very effective for menstrual problems, menopausal symptoms, diabetes and any other hormonal problems. black cohosh is one of the most effective natural products for menopause. It helps reduce and even stop hot flushes and other discomforts during a woman's hormonal changes. There were some anecdotal cases where the use of black cohosh was linked with liver problems, but the real cause was not clear." - Andreas Moritz, Timeless Secrets of Health & Rejuvenation: Unleash The Natural Healing Power That Lies Dormant Within You (Get the book.)

"Black Cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa): Traditionally, black cohosh was used by native Americans to assist in child birth, for dysmenorrhea, and for menopausal symptoms. black cohosh improved hot flashes, heart palpitations, anxiety, insomnia, and depression associated with menopause in a number of studies. The mechanism of action appears to be similar to other phytoestrogens, as pharmacological studies have shown a weak estrogen binding activity in vitro. black cohosh extracts have been shown to suppress LH levels and cause peripheral vasodilation in humans." - Michael Friedman, ND, Fundamentals of Naturopathic Endocrinology (Get the book.)

"Anticancer Research 23: 3699-702, 2003] • *Example 2: A French study published in the journal Phytomedicine showed that extract of black cohosh may prevent and halt the growth of breast cancer cells. The study was funded by the National Institutes of Health and the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. black cohosh has already earned a reputation for helping with gynecological problems, kidney problems and sore throat, and relieving the symptoms of menopause." - Andreas Moritz, Cancer Is Not A Disease - It's A Survival Mechanism (Get the book.)

"One of the best-known commercial products containing a standardized extract of black cohosh is Remifemin, which seems to have an excellent track record in helping with hot flashes. The company's website (www.remifemin.com) explains what you can expect using a standardized black cohosh product and provides abstracts of research for those who want more information. The position that menopause is a transition into a powerful and life-affirming stage of life is elucidated brilliantly, poetically, and movingly by my friend Christiane Northrup, M.D., in her excellent book The Wisdom of Menopause." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.)

"First used by the Ametican Indians, black cohosh works to soothe the body by reducing the rapidity of the pulse. black cohosh also works internally to help soothe any nervous disease or spasm. • Skullcap, Hops, and Catnip. Three herbs that have a long history as mar-velously effective herbal tranquilizers, sedatives, and sleep aids. Other Solutions For the vast majority of people, the above type of herbal formulation will prove all that is needed to help relax, pick up one's spirits, and sleep the sleep of angels." - Jon Barron, Lessons from The Miracle Doctors: A Step-by-Step Guide to Optimum Health and Relief from Catastrophic Illness (Get the book.)

"A recent study discovered that two months of daily black cohosh may not help hot flashes in breast cancer survivors, but it might ease sweating. Keep in mind that black cohosh may give some women an upset stomach. Large doses may even cause nausea and dizziness. 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." - The Editors of FC&A, Unleash the Inner Healing Power of Foods (Get the book.)

"Black Cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa): Traditionally, black cohosh was used by native Americans to assist in child birth, for dysmenorrhea, and for menopausal symptoms. black cohosh improved hot flashes, heart palpitations, anxiety, insomnia, and depression associated with menopause in a number of studies. The mechanism of action appears to be similar to other phytoestrogens, as pharmacological studies have shown a weak estrogen binding activity in vitro. black cohosh extracts have been shown to suppress LH levels and cause peripheral vasodilation in humans." - Michael Friedman, ND, Fundamentals of Naturopathic Endocrinology (Get the book.)

"The number of hot flashes experienced each day dropped from an average of five to less than one in the black cohosh group. In comparison, the estrogen group dropped from only five to 3.5. Even more impressive was the effect of black cohosh on building up the vaginal lining. While an estrogenic effect was noted in some early animal studies, more recent studies with black cohosh extracts have demonstrated no estrogenic activity. In studies with various types of breast cancer cells, black cohosh has shown no stimulatory effects." - Michael Murray, N.D. and Joseph Pizzorno, N.D., The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods (Get the book.)

"Black cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa) Also known as black snakeroot, black cohosh was originally used by the American Indians. It has anti-inflammatory and anti-spasmodic actions. It also acts as a tonic to the uterus and lowers blood pressure. black cohosh has an estrogenlike action. Uses Black cohosh is often used to treat menopausal problems such as hot flushes and decreases in bone mineral density. It can also be used to treat painful periods. The other main use for black cohosh is in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis." - Nicola Reavley, The New Encyclopedia of Vitamins, Minerals, Supplements and Herbs (Get the book.)

"Range and Appearance Native to North America, black cohosh is a hardy perennial that prefers moist or dry woodland environments. It grows from 3 to 8 feet in height. The large, toothed leaflets are pinnately compound. The tiny white flowers grow in long spires and bloom from late summer through early fall. Black cohosh is at risk of becoming endangered in the wild, so instead of wildcrafting, consider cultivating your own supplies. When purchasing black cohosh products, be sure they are made only from cultivated stock." - Brigitte Mars, A.H.G., The Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine: The Ultimate Multidisciplinary Reference to the Amazing Realm of Healing Plants, in a Quick-study, One-stop Guide (Get the book.)

"Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. black cohosh has already earned a reputation for helping with gynecological problems, kidney problems and sore throat, and relieving the symptoms of menopause. (Contraindications: Don't use black cohosh if you also use either of the two chemotherapy drugs, doxorubicin and docetaxel, or if you are pregnant). Herbs and food substances that help heal cancer always have strong blood and tissue-cleansing effects.49 This increases cell oxygenation, which is a prerequisite for removing the need for cancer. In this context, Dr." - Andreas Moritz, Cancer Is Not A Disease - It's A Survival Mechanism (Get the book.)

"To avoid complications, it is important to discontinue taking hormone replacements while taking black cohosh, or best wait at least two months before starting the black cohosh regimen. Evening Primrose oil is another great natural product for female health issues (see also "The Purpose of Menopause" in Chapter 16). non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), oral contraceptive pills, acupuncture, heat compressions, placebos, or no treatment at all." - Andreas Moritz, Timeless Secrets of Health & Rejuvenation: Unleash The Natural Healing Power That Lies Dormant Within You (Get the book.)

"Indian snakeroot also has anti-hypertensive qualities. black cohosh, an American herb, helps lower blood pressure. We've said this before, but let's restate the warnings: It is not at all advisable to take all these substances at the same time. Instead, take one or two of these for a month, as professionally directed. Record the results. Then, under continued guidance, repeat or increase the dosage, or move on to different substances. Do not self-medicate. These supplements are not meant as medicines." - Gary Null and Amy McDonald, The Food-Mood Connection: Nutrition-based and Environmental Approaches to Mental Health and Physical Wellbeing (Get the book.)

"HERBS AND SUPPLEMENTS Studies of herbs and supplements for the treatment of hot flashes have not shown consistent results. Soy, black cohosh, dong quai root, and evening primrose oil have all been promoted for hot flashes. In an initial study of 104 postmenopausal women randomized to 40g daily of soy or a placebo the number taking soy showed a statistically significant reduction in the number of hot flashes compared to the women taking placebo." - J. Douglas Bremner, Before You Take that Pill: Why the Drug Industry May Be Bad for Your Health (Get the book.)

"This article reports on the successful use of black cohosh in tincture form as a treatment for depression in three different case studies. Treatment of Depressive Symptoms with a High Concentration Hypericum Preparation. AMulticenter Placebo-controlled Double-blind Study. Witte B; et al. Fortschritte derMedizin. 1995 October 10, 404-408. Results of this double-blind, placebo-controlled study involving 97 depression outpatients showed that 100 to 120 mg of hypericum extract led to noticeable improvement in 70 percent of the patients. Antidepressant Principles of Valerian Fauriei Roots." - Gary Null and Amy McDonald, The Food-Mood Connection: Nutrition-based and Environmental Approaches to Mental Health and Physical Wellbeing (Get the book.)

"In another study 351 women ages forty-five to fifty-five who had two or more hot-flash symptoms per day were randomly assigned to black cohosh, mul-tibotanicals, multibotanicals plus dietary soy counseling, placebo, or hormone therapy for one year. Only hormone therapy was associated with significant reductions in hot flashes. Taking dietary soy actually turned out to be less effective at stopping hot flashes than taking a placebo for one year. Other placebo-controlled trials did not find any efficacy of soy extract for hot flashes." - J. Douglas Bremner, Before You Take that Pill: Why the Drug Industry May Be Bad for Your Health (Get the book.)

"Multiple studies have shown that black cohosh can effectively alleviate hot flashes, and this herb is now routinely prescribed to treat hot flashes. Concerns for its use by women with a history of breast cancer appear to be unfounded. A 2007 study showed that there was no increase in mammogram density or endometrial biopsies after six months of use. Other studies using breast cancer cells (with estrogen-postive receptors) showed that there was no stimulation of the receptors." - Phuli Cohan, The Natural Hormone Makeover: 10 Steps to Rejuvenate Your Health and Rediscover Your Inner Glow (Get the book.) "Because most studies of black cohosh lasted only six months, that is the recommended duration for its use, but I have prescribed it longer without ill effects. Vitamin E (800 mg/day) with evening primrose oil (4000 mg/day) has been shown to be helpful for hot flashes. Targeted amino acid therapies to support serotonin and epinephrine levels can dramatically help with sleep, mood, and hot flashes. Chinese herbal products, primarily "yin tonics," are very effective and have been used for centuries to treat menopausal symptoms including hot flashes, insomnia, and depression." - Phuli Cohan, The Natural Hormone Makeover: 10 Steps to Rejuvenate Your Health and Rediscover Your Inner Glow (Get the book.)

"Furthermore, on the basis of herb and supplement studies I do not recommend the use of soy, black cohosh, dong quai, evening primrose oil, or any other supplement for hot flashes. So called "natural" female hormones, like estrogenlike compounds derived from plants, if they have any active properties, will also have the negative properties of HRT and therefore should not be used. I do recommend use of SSRIs, clonidine, or gabapen-tin for hot flashes if needed, since these drugs are safe and nonaddictive and have been shown in clinical trials to reduce hot flashes." - J. Douglas Bremner, Before You Take that Pill: Why the Drug Industry May Be Bad for Your Health (Get the book.)

"There is some evidence from a randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial that black cohosh extract may improve menopausal symptoms, although further trials are required to establish this. Other controlled clinical trials have found that black cohosh extract had no effect on serum concentrations of follicle-stimulating hormone and luteinizing hormone. Further study is needed to determine whether black cohosh has oestrogenic effects when used clinically." - Dr. Michael Heinrich, Joanne Barnes, Simon Gibbons and Elizabeth M. Williamson, Fundamentals of Pharmacognosy and Phytotherapy (Get the book.)

"To avoid complications, it is important to discontinue taking hormone replacements while taking black cohosh, or best wait at least two months before starting the black cohosh regimen. Evening Primrose oil is another great natural product for female health issues (see also "The Purpose of Menopause" in Chapter 16). non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), oral contraceptive pills, acupuncture, heat compressions, placebos, or no treatment at all." - Andreas Moritz, Timeless Secrets of Health & Rejuvenation: Unleash The Natural Healing Power That Lies Dormant Within You (Get the book.)

"Dong quai: Can be used together with black cohosh, as directed on product label DIM (diindolylmethane): A balancer of estrogen metabolism. 100-200 mg per day * FOR ADDED EFFECTIVENESS: Cruciferous vegetables: Cabbages, cauliflower, mustard greens, bok choy, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, radishes, and turnips Flax/high fiber: Ground flaxseeds, any other fiber, 35 g Fermented soy: Miso, tempeh, and natto Vitamin E: 400 IU, twice daily. Up to 1,000 is tolerable, but do not increase if you are on anticoagulants." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.)

"Herbal Treatments Herbal remedies, including dong quai {Angelica sinensis), black cohosh (Cimicifuga race-mosa), alfalfa (Medicago sativd), licorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra), and ginseng (Panax ginseng), have been used for many years in treating menopausal symptoms, and they are frequently effective. As far as we are aware, black cohosh is the only herb that has been demonstrated by clinical research to relieve menopausal symptoms,14 although the other herbs mentioned have been shown to have estrogen-like effects in animal studies." - Jonathan V. Wright, M.D. and Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Natural Medicine, Optimal Wellness: The Patient's Guide to Health and Healing (Get the book.)

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