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Herb

Black Cohosh

A North American woodland root traditionally used to ease the hot flashes and mood swings of menopause.

🌱 What it is

Black cohosh is a tall, woodland herb native to eastern North America, whose root has long been used in traditional practice as a support during the changes of menopause.

✨ How it may help

  • may help support comfort during hot flashes and night sweats
  • may help support mood balance through the ups and downs of menopause
  • may help support restful sleep during hormonal transitions
  • may help support a sense of calm during this stage of life

🥄 How to use it

Black cohosh is taken as a standardized capsule or tincture; follow the product label. It is meant for short-term use over a number of weeks, not indefinitely.

⚖️ Caution

Not for use during pregnancy. Rare reports link black cohosh to liver problems — stop and see a doctor if you notice yellowing skin, dark urine, or right-side belly pain. Check with your doctor if you have had a hormone-sensitive condition.

🍃 A note from nature

Native American healers used black cohosh root long before European settlers arrived, passing down its use as a woman's herb from one generation to the next.