Showing posts with label menstruation. Show all posts
Showing posts with label menstruation. Show all posts

Blue Cohosh Herb Traditional Medicine Uses (Caution)

Blue cohosh herb – not to be confused with Black cohosh – has been used in traditional medicines for centuries, especially for women. Human scientific research is limited. It has been used to ease menstruation, but this herb has faced concerns by doctors in terms of its safety, especially when used during childbirth.

Blue cohosh
Blue cohosh (Photo by R.A. Nonenmacher)

Calendula - Skin and Wound Healing and More

Calendula, also known as Calendula officinalis and Marigold, is an herb prized for its various health benefits. It's native to the Mediterranean region but is now cultivated worldwide for its medicinal and ornamental properties. Calendula has a long history of use in traditional medicines around the world.

Marigold flowers calendula
Calendula officinalis or Marigold

Lavender Helps Sleep, PMS and Calms

Studies show that lavender is effective in improving sleep quality, reducing anxiety, reducing PMS symptoms, and managing agitation. 

Lavender sleep-aid
Lavender is a calming sleep-aid

Yarrow: 18 Medicinal Uses

 Yarrow is a common herb with many extraordinary medicinal benefits. What is yarrow and how is it used?


Yarrow has been used for inflammation for centuries. Photo by Martin Cole.