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Blue
Cohosh Root W/C
(Caulophyllum
thalictroides)
Other
names: blue
ginseng, squaw root,
or
papoose root |
Medicinally
Blue
Cohosh is often used alone or in combination with
other herbs for regulation the menstrual cycle and
to ease painful cramps. It is also used in
formulas to treat endometriosis, chlamydia and
cervical dysplasia.
As
a uterine tonic, it nourishes and revitalizes the
uterine tissue in a variety of circumstances,
including after pregnancy, miscarriage, abortion
or coming off the Pill.
It is
commonly used during the last 2-4 weeks of
pregnancy to give the uterus a final toning,
thus making the birthing process quicker. It can
be used during birth to ease labor pains,
jump-start a stalled labor. And after birth to
deliver a retained placenta and stop bleeding by
helping the uterus clamp down without causing
the cervix to close as well.
Contradictions: As with any
herb, don't over use. Blue Cohosh has a tendency
to stress the kidneys if used in excess. It is
not recommended for use by those who have kidney
or heart problems of any kind, including high
blood pressure and low blood pressure. If your
blood pressure is low, blue cohosh can lower it
further. It should also not be used by those who
are sensitive to estrogenic substances, such as
estrogen-dependent tumors, or your physician has
advised against the Pill. Be sure to drink
plenty of water. Side effects noted elsewhere
are pain in the arms & legs, vomiting, and
pounding headache.
History
Blue Cohosh
is a powerful women's ally, who's main action is
on the uterus. It has a wide variety of uses,
dating from when Native American Chippewa
wise-women used a strong decoction for
contraceptive purposes.
Early Americans learned from the Native
Americans to use blue cohosh, also called blue
ginseng, squaw root, or papoose root, as a
women's herb. Pioneer physicians were so
impressed by this Native American medicine that
they listed blue cohosh as an official medicine
in the U.S. Pharmacopeia.
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Blue
Cohosh Root W/C
(Caulophyllum
thalictroides)
Origin-
USA 
Blue
Cohosh is a powerful women's ally, who's
main action is on the uterus. It is often
used for regulation the menstrual cycle
and to ease painful cramps. It is also
used to treat endometriosis, chlamydia and
cervical dysplasia.
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