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Effectiveness of Agnus Castus

Vitex agnus-castus is also called the chaste tree, chasteberry and monk's pepper because of its effectiveness in regulating the female libido and reproductive system.

  1. Premenstrual Treatment

    • In a UK study published by HerbWisdom.com, 60 percent of women given agnus castus showed a significant reduction in premenstrual symptoms such as insomnia, mood changes and anxiety.

    Remedies

    • Agnus castus has been long used in Europe as a treatment for regulating the female reproductive system, including amenorrhea and dysmenorrhea.

    History

    • Father of homeopathy Samuel Hahnemann proved the effectiveness of agnus castus berries between the years of 1826 and 1830.

    Benefits

    • The regulatory properties of agnus castus are most effective for treating menopause in women and physical excesses due to the abuse of alcohol, sex or prescription medications.

    Hormones

    • Agnus castus is effective in stimulating the release of leutenizing hormone (LH) while inhibiting the production of follicle stimulating hormone (FSH).

    Regulating the Cycle

    • Agnus castus is effective in regulating a woman's cycle because of its action on the pituitary gland. It increases the production of a hormone that increases progesterone production.

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