Historic herb for many ailments.
Black Cohosh
Black cohosh was used by early Native North Americans to treat snakebite, complaints associated with the skeletal system, malaise, kidney disorders, malaria, rheumatism, colds, cough, constipation, hives, backache, and to induce lactation. In 19th-century America, black cohosh was a home remedy used for rheumatism and fever, as a diuretic, and to bring on menstruation. It was extremely popular among a group of alternative practitioners who called the herb "macrotys" and prescribed it for lung conditions, neurological conditions, and any conditions that affected women's reproductive organs.
Today, black cohosh is an herb sold as a dietary supplement in the United States to treat a number of ailments, including many gynecological symptoms such as those associated with menstruation, labor, and childbirth. Black cohosh is sometimes recommended as an herbal treatment for hot flashes and other menopausal symptoms. In 2001, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists stated "primarily on the basis of consensus and expert opinion" that black cohosh may be helpful in the short term (six months or less) for women with vasomotor symptoms of menopause. Although few adverse events have been reported, long-term safety data is not available. Studies show black cohosh contains substances that bind to estrogen receptors.
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