Herbs for Menopause

Herbal supplements have been recommended by doctor since a long time now for patients who suffer from menopause. The use of herbs as medication for treating diseases was started in China as early as 500 BC. Herbs for menopause are recommended by doctors because of their powerful healing properties and also minimal side effects. Let us look at some of the most commonly used herbs for menopause. 1) Black Cohosh - Dried roots and rhizomes of Black Cohosh are used for treating menopause. The herb specifically acts on the uterus to reduce cramps and congestion. It is also used for reducing hot flashes. It is also a drug used for reducing muscular pain and cramps. It is taken in tablet or capsule form two to four times daily depending on the case of the patient. 2) Chaste Tree - This is another very important herb for treating menopause. Dried fruit of the Chaste tree is used to balance the level of hormones in the body. Half a teaspoon of tincture is taken twice daily. 3) Damiana - Dried leaves of the Damiana tree are used as antidepressants. It should not be taken too frequently as it may affect the lining of the urinary tract. 100-150 gm in tablet or capsule form two to three days in a week. 4) Dandelion - The leaves, roots and tops of the tree is used to treat the lever. If the body's hormone balance is not up to the mark then the liver of the body is under tremendous stress and so Dandelion is taken to heal the problem. 5) Dong quai - The roots of this plant are used to reduce the symptoms of estrogen deficiency. This is because the plant is rich in natural plant estrogen. 500 mg capsules and tablets are available and they should be taken twice daily. 6) False Unicorn Plant - The dried roots and rhizomes of this plant are used to treat the uterus and the ovaries and s considered one of the most reliable treatments for menopause. Medicine is available in capsule and tincture form and it should be taken once daily. 7) Gingko - The leaves of the Gingko plant improves brain functioning, and the oxygenation of all the cells of the body. It is also used to treat memory problems, mood swings and depression. The medicine is available in capsule, tablet and tincture form of 1000 mg which is to be taken twice daily.