Black Cohosh

Black cohosh works for the majority of people with estrogen-related conditions but is not universally effective. The effectiveness of black cohosh depends on the individual's specific hormonal picture, root causes, and overall health status. Black cohosh acts as a selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM) rather than bluntly raising or lowering estrogen. Black cohosh phytonutrients act directly on the upper portion of the hormonal circuit to lower GnRH, FSH, and LH output. Black cohosh is the primary recommended remedy for hot flashes, night sweats, PMS, menstrual cramps, PCOS, uterine fibroids, and fertility issues. Black cohosh's bidirectional SERM activity makes it useful for both estrogen deficiency and estrogen excess conditions.