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Article: Black cohosh and other herbs for menopausal symptoms.
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- The Network News
- Article date:
- July 1, 2002
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Network members know that although estrogen has not been shown to prevent heart disease, dementia, fractures or incontinence, it can be helpful for hot flashes and vaginal dryness. But what about herbs that are promoted as natural treatments for hot flashes? Do they work, and are they safe? One popular treatment for hot flashes and other menopausal symptoms is black cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa). Does it work, and is it safe?
Traditionally used by North American Indians for rheumatism and kidney disorders, black cohosh became extremely popular among "Eclectic" practitioners (alternative practitioners of the 19th century) who called it "macrotys" and prescribed it ...