Black cohosh herb can increase breast milk production.
Herbal remedy for female reproductive disorders
Black cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa) is a tall perennial herb originally found in the Northeastern United States. The common names are black snakeroot, bugwort, bugbane, squawroot, rattleroot, tattleweed, rattlesnake's root, and richweed. The main part used is the root. This medidinal herb can be considered as the herb with natural estrogens. It has been used for years as a remedy for various female reproductive disorders, including ailments related to menopause, especially hot flashes. It is excellent for every uterine problem, night sweats, vaginal dryness, and it will alleviate pain in childbirth. It is a very reliable herb when it comes to inducing the menstrual flow which may have been delayed by cold or skin exposure.
It is splendid for hysteria, St. Vitus dance, pelvic disturbances, dropsy, rheumatism, arthritis and muscle pain, spinal meningitis, asthma, delirium tremens, venomous snake bites, and venomous insect bites. This medicinal herb is an an excellent remedy for high blood pressure as well as for equalizing the circulation. Upon making it into a herbal syrup, it is effective in coughs, whooping cough, as well as in liver and kidney problems. One to three capsules a day is the standard dose.
Precaution
This herb is not recommended to be used while pregnant and because of its potency it should not be used continuously over a long period of time without a break.

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