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Does Dong Quai Help With Hot Flashes?

Seems like I’ve heard a lot of talk about dong quai lately. This traditional Chinese herb is popular for treating menstrual and menopause problems… but does it work? Doctors suspect that hot flashes are related to changes in circulation. Blood vessels near the skin’s surface dilate in an attempt to cool the body — that can create a flushed look in the face. Your body may turn on the sweat to help you cool down. Hot flashes may be triggered by caffeine, cigarettes, alcohol, and spicy foods. Stress can also be a trigger for hot flashes. A recent study in … Continue reading →

Black Cohosh

There are lots of plants out there that have been used for centuries as remedies for common problems. Black cohosh has gotten a lot of attention thanks to preliminary evidence that suggests the herb may help relieve symptoms of menopause. Black cohosh is a member of the buttercup family common in North America. It is commonly known as black snakeroot, bugwort, rattletop, and rattleweed. The plant tends to be avoided by insects, which is probably how black cohosh earned some of its names! The roots and rhizomes (underground stems) are the parts of the plant that are used medicinally. Native … Continue reading →