Some herbs for menopause

Herbs for menopause are now widely available. These herbs are natural and can be taken either mixed in one's food, as liquid like tea, or in capsule or tablet form. Below is a list of some herbs for menopause with the specific symptoms they counter:

Black cohosh (cimicifuga racemosa)

The dried roots and rhizomes of the black cohosh are good sources of estrogen, which specifically targets the uterus to reduce cramps and congestion. It is also effective against hot flashes.

Damiana (Turnera diffuse)

As pituitary regulator and antidepressant, the dried leaves of the damiana can act as aphrodisiac to combat sexual difficulties during menopause. However, excessive intake of these herbs for menopause can irritate the urinary tract lining.

Chaste tree (Vilex agnus-castus)

The chaste tree's dried fruits can alleviate depression caused by menopause.

Dong quai (Angelica sinensis)

The roots of this herb are useful for estrogen deficiency as they contain natural plant estrogens called phytosterols.

Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale)

The roots, tops, and leaves of the dandelion can balance the hormones in one's liver, which can result to a sense of well-being.

False unicorn root (Chamaelirium luteum)

As a herbal treatment for ovarian cysts, the false unicorn root is an estrogen regulator and directly acts on the uterus and ovaries.

Ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus, Panax quinquefolius)

As a fatigue fighter, ginseng benefits the adrenal glands and immune system as it increases energy and maintains blood pressure. However, ginseng can be harmful to those with high blood pressure.

Gingko (Gingko biloba)

The leaves of gingko improve brain function, circulation, and oxygenation of body cells as it helps alleviate depression, which can be a symptom of menopause.

Liferoot (Senecio Bursas)

The liferoot is a uterine tonic that has plant estrogens. It eliminates hot flashes as it gives emotional and vascular stability.


Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra)

As a powerful adrenal stimulant, the roots and rhizomes of the licorce are estrogenic. As with ginseng, those with high blood pressure should be careful in using these herbs for menopause.

Red clover (Tritolium pretense)

This herb contains coumestrol, a plant estrogen, that can stimulate the ovaries. Red clover is also a treatment for ovarian cysts.

Raspberry (Rubus idaeus)

A nutritive and astringent estrogenic herb, raspberry works directly on the uterus muscles by toning them. This herb also relaxes uterine and intestinal spasms as well as helps in the correction of uterus prolapse.

St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum)

The flower of St. John's Wort is a mild sedative that can combat anxiety.


Sage (Salvia officinalis)

The sage is effective in relieving hot flashes and also in eliminating night sweats with the help of plant estrogens present in its system.


Sarsaparilla (Smilax officinalis)

Though the sarsaparilla stimulates testosterone production, this alternative herb increases libido and energy.

Shepherd's purse (CapseIla bursapastoris)

The shepherd's purse has the ability to normalize progesterone levels that is necessary to regulate menstrual cycles if one is moving into menopause.


Saw palmetto (Serenoa serrulata)

The saw palmetto reduces dryness and lack of tone in the bladder tissues which can lead to irritation and weakness. This kind of herb for menopause is also an astringent diuretic that can treat urinary incontinence, fluid retention, prolapse of pelvic organs, and urinary tract infection.

True unicorn root (Aletris farinosa)

As an estrogenic herb, the true unicorn root stimulates as well as strengthens the genital organs of women.

Wild yam (Dioscarea villosa)

The wild yam offers relief from menopausal arthritis and can also reduce menstrual bleeding as it has progestogenic properties.

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