Cutting Edge Research Made Easy
by Linda Woolven, B.A., Master Herbalist, Acupuncturist and Ted Snider, B.Ed., M.A.
You hear more about menopause than perimenopause. But perimenopause can also mess up your quality of life. A herb that is gathering impressive scientific evidence may help.
Unexpectedly, there is a growing body of scientific evidence recommending asparagus root extract for menopause.
Tongkat ali (Eurycoma longifolia) is a Southeast Asian herb that has been traditionally used in Malaysia as an adaptogen for general well-being. As one of its popular names, longjack root, suggests, it is best known as a powerful aphrodisiac for men. But tongkat ali just expanded its resume. This new study shows that it is…
It is well known that most menopausal women suffer from hot flashes. It is less well known that a third to a half of them suffer from sleep disturbances too. A surprising—but logical—new herbal combo can help both!