Vitex agnus castus essential oil and menopausal balance: a research update [Complementary Therapies in Nursing and Midwifery 8 (2003) 148-154]

Barbara Chopin Lucks
Complementary therapies in nursing & midwifery · 2003 · vol. 9(3) , pp. 157–160 · doi:10.1016/s1353-6117(03)00020-9 · PMID:12852933 · W2051879338
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Essential oils from Vitex agnus castus leaf and fruit provided symptomatic relief for menopausal symptoms in two trials, with the second trial identifying important contraindications for use.

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The first trial of two essential oils (derived separately from leaf and fruit) of Vitex agnus castus for menopausal balance was conducted in the summer of 2000 by the author. Surveys completed by the 23 participants in that trial indicated strong symptomatic relief of common menopausal symptoms.(2) This research update details the result of the second round of trials, which were conducted in the summer of 2002 with 52 additional subjects under the supervision of 12 diverse health practitioners. The second trial appears to support the finding of the first trial, as well as identifying some important contraindications to use of the essential oil.

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Menopause Phytotherapy Plant Oils Vitex Adult Aged Female Humans Menopause Menopause Middle Aged Phytotherapy Plant Oils Self Care Self Care Time Factors Treatment Outcome

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