VITEX AGNUS CASTUS
Chaste Berry
Chasteberry, monk’s pepper, Abraham’s balm, chaste lamb-tree, safe tree.
Major supportive herb for female hormonal imbalance.
Normalises hormone levels; demonstrates balancing action in either direction, no matter which female hormone is deficient or in excess – called an ‘amphoteric’ action.
History of effective treatment for menstrual disorders for at least 2500 years.
REGULATES FEMALE SEX HORMONES: used for PMS/PMT, dysmenorrhea, infertility, perimenopause, and menopause.
Supports this balancing action well at menopause.
PMT/PMS: supports reproductive symptom within the menstrual cycle – continued use can ‘cure’ over time. Particularly helpful for those who find PMT symptoms subside as menstruation begins – results have been seen by the 2nd cycle, and permanent improvement can take 1yr+.
Contains a range of essential compounds that balance hormone levels – prominent in the 2nd half of the menstrual cycle.
WIDE RANGE OF HORMONAL DISORDERS: PMS/PMT, cyclical breast pain, irregular bleeding, and hormone-related acne.
ENDOMETRIOSIS: When causes irregular menstruation – Vitex shown to regulate.
Can support regaining natural balance on discontinuation of oral contraceptives.
Research has shown to support certain types of fibroid cysts, not with ‘submucous’ cysts
TEENAGE ACNE: can help to reduce hormonal acne in young women.
INFERTILITY SUPPORT: Regulating to the ovarian cycle for those trying to get pregnant – can begin to correct imbalance at 10 days use. Full benefit shown by up to 3 cycles. Studies have shown doubled rates of pregnancy, in those previously struggling with infertility, after 3months of daily use.
Stimulates menstrual flow and activity, tones and normalises function.
THIS PRODUCT: 1:5 80% proof alcohol extraction.
100ml amber bottle
DOSAGE:
Tincture: 1-3ml up to 3 x day
Infusion: tsp of berries; infuse for 10-15min 3 x day
Capsule/powder: 1,000-2,000mg 3 x day
Inhibits androgens; male sex hormones, therefore advised for female hormone imbalance.
Monks took berries to reduce sexual desire and help them remain ‘chaste’ – hence the name ‘monk’s pepper’ and ‘chaste berry’.
No official interactions: but theoretically possible that may interact with dopamine antagonists and dopamine-receptor-blocking agents.
SAFETY: NOT for use in pregnancy or breastfeeding. Could reduce the effectiveness of hormonal oral contraceptives.
DISCLAIMER: I am not a medical or naturopathic doctor. Please be advised to consult your medical professional before taking new herbal products. This is especially pertinent for those taking prescribed medications and/or suffering from chronic conditions that require regular monitoring.
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