Black Cohosh Root & Rhizome (Cimicifuga racemosa)

Parts used: Root
Properties
Alterative, antispasmodic, diuretic, emmenagogue, expectorant, nervine, oxytocic
Primary nutrients
Calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, niacin, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, silicon, sodium, sulfur, vitamins A, B1, B2, C, K, F, zinc
Modern research supports the use of black cohosh for high blood pressure and heart problems because it equalizes circulation, as well as helping with asthma and bronchial complaints. Its use as an antidote for snakebites and to treat menstrual and menopausal complaints has since been supported by scientific research.
Numerous studies have researched its use for peri-menopause and post-menopause and have found it a beneficial alternative to hormone therapy. Symptoms such as depression and hot flashes were reduced significantly. This is thought to be due to the fact that black cohosh reduces the secretion of lutenizing hormone (LH), which is linked to hot flashes, drying and thinning of the vagina, night sweats, and other menopausal symptoms.
Research supports its use to treat all types of inflammation, nervous conditions, irritability, TB, pleurisy and tinnitus.

Primary Applications

Asthma
Bites, insect/snake
Bronchitis
Childbirth pain
Diarrhea
Epilepsy
Estrogen deficiency
Fevers
Hormone imbalance
Hot flashes
Inflammation
Lung disorder
Malaria
Menopausal symptoms
Menstrual symptoms
Spinal meningitis
Stings, bee
Tuberculosis
Whooping cough

Secondary Applications

Arthritis
Back pain, lower
Blood impurities
Blood pressure, high
Cholera
Convulsions
Coughs
Cramps, uterine
Gastric disorders
Headaches
Heart problems
Insomnia
Kidney problems
Liver disorders
Nervous conditions
Neuralgia
Pain
Rheumatism
Skin conditions
Smallpox
Uterine problems