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Chaste Tree Berry |
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| Common Name |
Chaste Tree Berry |
| Latin Name |
Vitex agnus-castus |
| Family |
Verbenacea |
| Part Used |
Fruit |
| Gathering Time |
Fall |
| Constituents |
Iridoid glycocides, flavinoids,
essential oils |
| Actions |
Emmenagogue, uterine tonic |
| Common Uses |
Used for a wide variety of menstrual
issues including: dysmenorrheal,
pre-menstrual stress, menopausal
irregularity, normalizing reproductive
hormonal levels. |
| Contraindications |
Pregnancy |
| Possible Drug Interactions |
may interfere with oral contraceptives. |
| Overdose Symptoms |
Unknown |
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material in this section is provided
for educational purposes only. Consult
your own physician regarding the use
of any herbs with respect to your
symptoms or medical condition. Never
attempt to self-diagnose and treat. It
is the responsibility of a licensed
health care practitioner to determine
best dosages and treatment. The study
of medicinal herbs is an ever-changing
body of knowledge. Readers are
encouraged to consult referenced material for
the latest scientific evidence
regarding herbal actions. |
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