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Blue Cohosh
Like Black cohosh, Blue cohosh has been used by native Americans as a women's ally for a variety of conditions, including for contraceptive purposes. Blue cohosh has also been used to regulate menstrual cycle and to ease painful menstrual cramps and has been used in formulas to treat endometriosis, chlamydia and cervical dysplasia. Also known as blue ginseng, squaw root or papoose root, blue cohosh is used primarily for uterine weakness and as a childbirth aid. Blue cohosh is considered a uterine stimulant in most circumstances because it improves uterine muscle tone. As a uterine tonic, it nourishes and revitalizes the uterine tissue in such circumstances as after pregnancy, miscarriage, abortion or quitting the Pill. Facilitates childbirth when labor delay is due to weakness, fatigue. Precautions: Blue cohosh should not be taken for more than four to six months because the plants alkaloid methyl cytisine can elevate blood pressure. Should not be used if there is a history of stroke or high blood pressure, heart disease or diabetes. Do not use during pregnancy. Do not eat the plant's blue berries Repeated, large doses of blue cohosh can cause a sore throat which subsides once you stop taking the herb. There have also been cases of nausea, headache and elevated blood pressure associated with frequent large doses. NOTE: These descriptions are provided for information purposes only. Before taking any herb or supplement, it is recommended that you consult your health care professional to ensure it is safe for you to take and will not interact with any medications you may be taking.