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Chaste Tree Berry for Menopause

For the most part Chaste Tree Berry has been used by women to seek relief from pre menstrual stress that includes cramps, inflammation and headaches. However, recent research has been concentrating on the possibility of this herb being used to help treat menopause related issues as well. According to historic belief, Chinese monks would chew on the Chaste Tree Berry to control their sexual urges and maintain celibacy. This herb is also popularly known as Hemp Tree, Chinese Vitex, and Mang Jing Zi.

Chaste Tree Berry for Menopause

There are three studies being conducted simultaneously to see if the Chaste Tree Berry is useful in treating hot flushes during menopause.

It is suggested that the main effect of this herb is on different neurotransmitters and hormones which results in lowering of estrogen level and increase in progesterone. These functions are performed by the herb indirectly.

This herb can be useful to treat PMS in women and even treat menopausal stress as long as the individual doesn’t have a past that includes cancer and cancer medication.