Chasteberry is a favorite herb in Europe, proclaimed to “work wonders” for all menopausal symptoms. The list of symptoms it can alleviate is truly exhaustive. As its name suggests, chasteberries were used in suppressing the libido in women of childbearing age. Pharmacological studies have indicated it works mainly through the pituitary, our master gland, which regulates all other glands, including those that produce sexual hormones. Also of interest: Chasteberry contains estrogen- and progesterone-like compounds. It is possible that its beneficial effects in menopause are due to altering LH and FSH secretion. It does not appear to reduce libido during menopause.

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