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Herbs for Pre-Menstrual Syndrome ?"OBJECTIVE: Many women have turned to complementary and alternative medicines for relief from their menopausal symptoms. The prevalence of herbal medicinal product use among menopausal women highlights the need for investigation into these interventions... "CONCLUSIONS: There is no convincing evidence for any herbal medical product in the treatment of menopausal symptoms. However, the evidence for black cohosh is promising, albeit limited by the poor methodolgy of trials 'so far.] The studies involving red clover suggest it may be of benefit for more severe menopausal symptoms. There is some evidence for the use of kava, but safety concerns mean this herbal product not a therapeutic option at present.In the journal, Menopause, vol. 5, 2003. By: Huntley & Ernst, Dept. of Complementary Med., U. of Exeter & U. of Plymouth, England. SEARCH BY SUBJECT - TABLE OF CONTENTS THIS MONTH'S HEALTH BULLETIN NEWS
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