For centuries, the roots of the North American black cohosh plant have been used for various ailments. Black cohosh is now a popular remedy for the symptoms of menopause. This has been especially true since the risks of a standard treatment for menopause -- hormone therapy -- were publicized more than a decade ago.
Black cohosh is most often used to control the symptoms of menopause, such as:
A cup of weak tea is best before bed or in the morning. Remember to steep it well but dilute it by halving it with warm water.
Black cohosh is most often used to control the symptoms of menopause, such as:
- Headaches
- Hot flashes
- Mood changes
- Sleep problems
- Heart palpitations
- Night sweats
A cup of weak tea is best before bed or in the morning. Remember to steep it well but dilute it by halving it with warm water.