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Natural Factors® WomenSense™ Menopause* Black Cohosh Extract
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Black Cohosh Extract, "Every Woman, Every Day"
Black Cohosh has been traditionally used to ease the discomforts of premenstrual syndrome and menopause. For women experiencing menopause, Black Cohosh is a safe and natural way to help reduce symptoms such as hot flashes and night sweats.*
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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1 capsule twice a day preferably before meals or as directed by a health professional. Keep out of reach of children.
Other Ingredients: Vegetarian capsule (cellulose, purified water, silica), Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate (Vegetable grade) Contains no artificial preservatives, color or sweeteners; no dairy, soy, wheat or yeast. Sealed for your protection. Do not use if seal is broken. For freshness, store in a cool, dry place. Warning: Not recommended during pregnancy. If you are taking any other medications,consult your health professional. Distributed by: NATURAL FACTORS NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS LTD. 1111 - 80th St. SW, Ste. 100 Everett WA, USA 98203
Serving Size 1 Capsule Servings Per Container 90 Amount Per Serving % DV Black Cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa) powdered extract 1:1 (root & rhizome) 40.00 mg ** Triterpene glycosides (2.5% calculated as 27-deoxyactein) 1.00 mg ** ** Daily Value (DV) not established - Health Notes
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Menopause
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- Contradictory, insufficient, or preliminary studies suggesting a health benefit or minimal health benefit.
- For an herb, supported by traditional use but minimal or no scientific evidence. For a supplement, little scientific support.
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Supplement Amount Why Asian Ginseng200 mg per day of standardized extract 
[2 stars] One trial found that Asian ginseng helped alleviate psychological symptoms of menopause, such as depression and anxiety.Black Cohosh20 mg of a highly concentrated herbal extract taken twice per day [2 stars] Studies have shown black cohosh to be a safe and effective treatment for women with hot flashes associated with menopause.Black Cohosh and St. John's Wort
(Depression)Two tablets twice a day for 8 weeks, then one tablet twice a day for 8 weeks, each tablet supplying 1 mg of triterpene glycosides from black cohosh and 0.25 mg of hypericin from St. John's wort [2 stars] Menopausal and depression symptoms improved in post-menopausal women after they took a combination of black cohosh and St. John's wort.
Maca2.5 to 3 grams per day for 6 to 12 weeks [2 stars] Traditionally used for balancing female hormones, maca appears to be beneficial in treating menopausal symptoms. Magnesium250 to 500 mg per day? [2 stars] In a preliminary trial, supplementing with magnesium significantly decreased the frequency of hot flashes in women experiencing menopausal symptoms after breast cancer treatment.ProgesteroneApply enough topical cream to provide 20 mg of the supplement to the skin daily [2 stars] Progesterone, either natural or synthetic, has been linked to improved hot flashes, anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and sexual functioning, and quality of life.Pycnogenol200 mg per day [2 stars] In a double-blind trial, perimenopausal women who took Pycnogenol experienced reduced menopause symptoms.
Red Clover80 mg of isoflavones daily [2 stars] Red clover is an herb with weak estrogen-like actions similar to soy. In one study, isoflavones from red clover reduced the frequency of hot flashes in postmenopausal women.Sage and Alfalfa4 to 6 grams daily of dried herb or equivalent [2 stars] Supplementing with sage leaf and alfalfa extract completely eliminated hot flushes and night sweats in 20 of 30 women in one study.Vitamin ERefer to label instructions [2 stars] Vitamin E may help reduce menopause symptoms. Many doctors suggest that women going through menopause try vitamin E for at least three months to see if symptoms improve.AlfalfaRefer to label instructions 
[1 star] Alfalfa, an herb with weak estrogen-like actions similar to the effects of soy, has traditionally been used for women with menopausal symptoms.Blue VervainRefer to label instructions [1 star] Blue vervain is a traditional herb for menopause.BurdockRefer to label instructions [1 star] Burdock is an herb with weak estrogen-like actions similar to soy. In one trial, a formula containing tinctures of licorice, burdock, dong quai, wild yam, and motherwort reduced menopause symptoms.DHEARefer to label instructions [1 star] DHEA improves the response of brain chemicals (endorphins), which are involved in sensations of pleasure and pain. Supplementing with it may improve mood symptoms.Dong QuaiRefer to label instructions [1 star] Dong quai is an herb with weak estrogen-like actions similar to soy. In one trial, a formula containing licorice, burdock, dong quai, wild yam, and motherwort reduced menopause symptoms.FlavonoidsRefer to label instructions [1 star] A preliminary trial reported that a combination of vitamin C and the flavonoid hesperidin helped relieve hot flashes in menopausal women.Flaxseed2 tablespoons of flaxseeds twice per day [1 star] Supplementing with flaxseeds may improve the frequency and severity of hot flashes in postmenopausal women.
LicoriceRefer to label instructions [1 star] Licorice is an herb with weak estrogen-like actions similar to soy. In one trial, a formula containing licorice, burdock, dong quai, wild yam, and motherwort reduced menopause symptoms.MotherwortRefer to label instructions [1 star] Motherwort is an herb with weak estrogen-like actions similar to soy. In one trial, a formula containing licorice, burdock, dong quai, wild yam, and motherwort reduced menopause symptoms.SageRefer to label instructions [1 star] Sage may reduce excessive perspiration due to menopausal hot flashes during the day or at night. It is believed this is because sage directly decreases sweat production.St. John's WortRefer to label instructions [1 star] Supplementing with St. John's wort may improve psychological symptoms, including sexual well-being, in menopausal women.Vitamin CRefer to label instructions [1 star] A combination of vitamin C and the flavonoid hesperidin were reported to relieve hot flashes in menopausal women.Wild YamRefer to label instructions [1 star] Wild yam is an herb with weak estrogen-like actions similar to soy. In one trial, a formula containing licorice, burdock, dong quai, wild yam, and motherwort reduced menopause symptoms.About This Condition
Menopause is the cessation of the monthly female menstrual cycle. Women who have not had a menstrual period for a year are considered postmenopausal.
Most commonly, menopause takes place when a woman is in her late forties or early fifties. Women who have gone through menopause are no longer fertile. Menopause is not a disease and cannot be prevented. Many hormonal changes occur during menopause. Postmenopausal women are at higher risk of heart disease and osteoporosis, presumably because of a decrease in the production of estrogen or other hormones.
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Comments about Natural Factors® WomenSense™ Menopause* Black Cohosh Extract:
I just turned 44 years old this year and about 4 weeks ago I started experiencing hot flashes at least 8 a day and all during the night and I did not want to take hormones. I found this herbal product Black Cohash Extract and tried it. Within one day of taking this, I noticed immediately that I now only experience 1 minor hot flash during the day and maybe 1 during the night which is so minor. What an unbelievable product. I recommend this to everyone!
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