Female

Menstruation Issues

Herbs that assist in balancing hormones to help with heavy flow and reducing cramps. They also help alleviate symptoms of premenstrual syndrome.

• Nettles Iron-rich, which is needed during menstruation.
• Yarrow Astringent; can ease heavy flow.
• Shatavari Ayurvedic rasayana for female reproductive support; traditionally used to balance hormones and nourish reproductive tissue.
• Wild Yam Contains diosgenin; traditionally used to ease cramping and hormonal imbalance.
• Chaste Tree Traditionally used to regulate hormonal cycles by acting on the pituitary gland.
• Lady's Mantle Astringent herb traditionally used for heavy menstrual flow and cycle regulation.
• Raspberry Leaf Traditionally used as a uterine tonic to reduce cramping and support menstrual health.
• Dong Quai Known as "female ginseng" in TCM; traditionally used to regulate the menstrual cycle and ease cramps.
• Motherwort Antispasmodic; traditionally used to ease cramping and reduce anxiety associated with PMS.
• Rue Traditionally used in Latin American and Caribbean herbalism as an emmenagogue to bring on delayed menstruation. Use with caution; not for use during pregnancy.
• Mugwort Emmenagogue; traditionally used to stimulate delayed menstruation. Not for use during pregnancy.
• Calendula Anti-inflammatory; traditionally used to ease pelvic congestion and support reproductive tissue health.
• Feverfew Traditionally used for menstrual-related headaches and to ease cramping.
• Turmeric Anti-inflammatory; traditionally used in Ayurveda for menstrual pain and pelvic inflammation.

Delayed Menstruation

Herbs traditionally used to help bring forth menstruation (emmenagogues). Not for use during pregnancy.

• Motherwort
• Mugwort
• Rue Use with caution.
• Dong Quai

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Herbs that are traditionally considered safe during pregnancy and can assist with milk production and breastfeeding. Always check with your midwife or health care provider before using any herb during pregnancy.

• Dill Traditionally used to support milk production (galactagogue) and ease digestive discomfort during pregnancy.
• Raspberry Leaf Traditionally used as a uterine tonic, especially in the third trimester, to prepare for labor. Consult your provider before use.
• Nettles Nutrient-dense; traditionally used during pregnancy for iron, calcium, and overall nourishment.

Menopause

Herbs that help with balancing hormone fluctuation and other symptoms of menopause such as mood swings, hot flashes, and weight gain.

• Red Clover Can help with hot flashes and night sweats; contains phytoestrogens that help support estrogen levels in the body.
• Motherwort Helps reduce excessive cramping.
• Nettles Helps lower the intensity of hormonal shifts and can help ease excessive bleeding.
• Sage Can help with hot flashes and night sweats.
• Chaste Tree Stimulates progesterone production to help balance hormones.
• Lady's Mantle Helps balance hormones and ease excessive bleeding.
• Shatavari Traditionally used in Ayurveda to support the female reproductive system through hormonal transitions including menopause.
• Black Cohosh Traditionally used by Native American peoples and extensively studied for menopausal symptom relief, particularly hot flashes.
• Dong Quai Traditionally used in TCM to ease menopausal symptoms including hot flashes and dryness.
• Maca Traditionally used in Andean communities to support hormonal balance and energy during menopause.
• Wild Yam Traditionally used for hormonal support during menopause; contains diosgenin, a steroid precursor.

Male

Prostate Issues and Impotence

Herbs traditionally used to assist with enlarged prostate problems and male vitality.

• Nettles The root can assist with alleviating enlarged prostate.
• Saw Palmetto Berries Assists with raising testosterone levels and enlarged prostate.
• Muira Puama Helps restore erectile response and increased libido.
• Tribulus Traditionally used in Ayurveda and TCM to support male reproductive function, testosterone, and libido.
• Horny Goat Weed Contains icariin; traditionally used in TCM to support male sexual health and erectile function.
• Ashwagandha Rasayana from Ayurveda; traditionally used to support testosterone levels, sperm health, and male vitality.
• Ginseng Adaptogen traditionally used in TCM for male reproductive function, energy, and libido.
• Sarsaparilla Traditionally used in Central American and Caribbean herbalism to support male hormonal health and vitality.
• Maca Traditionally used in Peru to support libido, stamina, and sperm health.
• Damiana Traditionally used in Mexican and Caribbean herbalism as a tonic for male sexual vitality and nervous system support.
• Fo-Ti Traditionally used in TCM for male reproductive vitality, kidney yang, and hormone balance.