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This product may help symptoms of:
- Painful Periods
- Menopausal symptoms
- Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Two types of painful periods (dysmenorrhoea)
can affect women.
Primary (spasmodic) dysmenorrhoea is
experienced in younger women. It is caused by the uncoordinated
uterine contractions which occur at the start of a period. This
produces a colic type pain in the lower abdomen, back and legs, which
can last for up to 48 hours.
Secondary (congestive) dysmenorrhoea
occurs more often in older women. It may be caused by factors such as
pelvic inflammatory disease, pelvic congestion, endometriosis, pelvic
adhesions or fibroids. The pain starts as a dull ache in the lower
abdomen or lower back.
Black Cohosh is particularly effective
at easing uterine cramps. It alters the oestrogen/progesterone balance
in favour of oestrogen. This makes it useful for menopausal and
menstrual problems associated with depression, where a dominance of
progesterone is believed to play a part.
Mode of Action
- Oestrogen like action
- Reduction in luteinising hormone
release from the pituitary gland
Clinical trials have shown that Black
Cohosh is useful for hot flushes and the emotional problems associated
with menopause which would normally benefit from hormone replacement
therapy.
The mode of action of Black Cohosh in
the treatment of menstrual difficulties is not clear. It seems to act
both directly on the tissues of the reproductive system and indirectly
through the nervous system. Clinical evidence has shown hypotensive,
vasodilatory and anti-inflammatory activity.
Black Cohosh contains a natural source
of salicylic acid, which has an anti-inflammatory and mild analgesic
action in painful inflammatory conditions.
Ingredients
100g of fresh plant tincture typically
contains the tincture of 100g Black Cohosh. Alcohol content is
approximately 65%. If desired, the alcohol can easily be evaporated
off by placing required number of drops into a small glass of hot
water, and leaving for 5-10 minutes before drinking.
This information is not intended to
replace the advice of a qualified Healthcare Professional.
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